Serving as lead and UAE counsel for financial institutions, tech conglomerates, and sovereign-backed entities, Al Tamimi & Company advises on license applications, regulatory compliance, investigations, and legislative developments. The firm is particuarly noted for its strong fintech practice, supporting payment service providers and start-ups alike. Team head Jody Waugh works closely with regional banks on regulatory and licensing matters. Divya Abrol Gambhir is a key contact for fintech work, working with a diverse client roster across multiple sectors. Ali Awad and Sarah El Serafy also come recommended.
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Clients clés

  • Google
  • NCM Investment
  • Capital.com
  • NEOPLY / H LAB Limited
  • Bored Gen DMCC

Points forts

  • Advised on a large financial infrastructure transformation project led by UAE Central Bank.
  • Represented Bored Gen DMCC before VARA and assisted Bored Gen in reaching into a first of its kind no liability settlement agreement which involved discussions around structure of the group companies, the assessment of the token as well as the applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Analysed Google's position in offering a product under the current regulatory framework in the UAE.

Avocats

Les grands avocats du marché

Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.

Responsable de la pratique

Jody Waugh; Divya Abrol Gambhir

Autres avocats clés

Ali Awad; Sarah El Serafy