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Firms To Watch: Commercial, corporate and M&A

Atwan Global Law Firm - Atwan Attorneys‘ corporate offering is led by Rana Atwan, and is highly regarded for its strong expertise in advising on M&A, investments and commercial contracts.
Under the leadership of Jumana Telfah, Kayan Law continues to expand its presence in the corporate law space, including advising on incorporation matters and M&A.

Commercial, corporate and M&A in Jordan

Al Tamimi & Company

Al Tamimi & Company’s corporate practice in Jordan specialises in acting for major international corporations, banks and financial institutions, government institutions, and domestic entities. The team, which reports an increase in complex restructurings and M&A transactions, brings extensive cross-border experience, spanning Iraq, the UAE, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Practice head Khaled Saqqaf is highly regarded for his expertise in the capital markets and M&A spaces, and is equally adept at handling commercial contracts. Dana Abduljaleel is well versed in handling transactions with an Iraqi focus, and senior counsel Hamzah Abu Hassan has particular expertise in public and private M&A.

Responsables de la pratique:

Khaled Saqqaf


Autres avocats clés:

Dana Abduljaleel; Hamzah Abu Hassan


Les références

‘Al Tamimi is a dynamic firm and provide an excellent service. They are flexible in terms of fees and can tailor the fee structure based on the client’s needs. They know their jurisdiction and deliver on time.’

‘Khaled Saqqaf is my go to person for all matters in Jordan, he is knowledgeable and brings a big wealth of experience that cuts across different jurisdictions.’

‘Hamzah Abu Hassa is a great negotiator, has excellent M&A experience across the region and is knowledgeable of the requirements for publicly listed companies.’

Principaux clients

Standard Chartered Bank


National Bank of Kuwait


LG Electronic


Jordan Kuwait Bank


MasterCard


Nord Anglia Education


Abu Dhabi Developmental Company ADQ


Maersk


MBC Group


Baker Hughes


Nestle


Kuehne + Nagel


Japan Energy Capital


DSV Logistics


ZenHR


Telecommunications Regulatory Authority


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Standard Chartered Bank (“SCB”) on the sale of its business and assets to Arab Jordan Investment Bank (“AJIB”).
  • Advising the Jordanian Government and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority on a settlement and restructuring agreement, and the launching of the 5G Telecom License.
  • Advising Nord Anglia Education on the acquisition of a 100% stake in Amman Academy.

Ali Sharif Zu'bi Advocates & Legal Consultants

The corporate and commercial practice at Ali Sharif Zu'bi Advocates & Legal Consultants has an excellent track record in handling high-profile transactions in the Jordanian market, with a particular focus on high-value acquisitions in the electricity, IT, insurance, and banking and finance sectors. The firm boasts a diverse client base, with major sponsors, lenders and corporates on the roster. Managing partner Khaled Asfour brings extensive experience in handling complex M&A, joint ventures and financings, often for companies in the real estate, energy and mining sectors. Jumana Toukan is a key contact for M&A and project finance. Counsel Tareq Madanat is a key name to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Khaled Asfour


Autres avocats clés:

Jumana Toukan; Tareq Madanat


Les références

‘Tareq Madanat not only understood our main concerns and interests from the very beginning, but proved throughout all the time we worked together a deep understanding of the M&A practices as well as general corporate local laws. He is very clear in his explanations (even when talking about complex issues), precise in drafting and efficient in his way of working. Very reactive, kind and always willing to address our different concerns.’

Principaux clients

Brookfield


EBRD


Proparco


Qatar National Bank


Softbank


Zalloum Group


HSBC


Government of Canada


Airport International Group


Capital Bank of Jordan


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for the joint lead managers in connection with the US$1.5 Billion Eurobond program launched for the Government of Jordan.
  • Advising a client on share purchase agreements for four solar projects in Jordan, as well as negotiations with the buyer and the restructuring of loans.
  • Advising Actis on its acquisition of a majority stake in Yellow Door Energy.

Sanad Law Group in association with Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP

Sanad Law Group in association with Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP's comprehensive corporate and commercial practice in Jordan is noted for its strength in the TMT, financial services, aerospace, energy, and defence and security sectors. The team is frequently instructed by start-ups and SMEs, advising across a broad range of matters including investments. Nadim Kayyali is a prominent practitioner with substantial expertise in acting for private equity and venture capital firms, while Ghaleb Al Faraj’s practice takes in M&A, fund structuring, franchise and distribution work. Lana Habash is well known for handling multi-jurisdictional matters, spanning the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and the US.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nadim Kayyali; Lana Habash; Ghaleb Al Faraj


Les références

‘They have an exceptional team with excellent interpersonal skills, legal research skills and wealth of legal knowledge. The team has a substantial ability to communicate with clients, conduct consultation sessions on policy issues and advise on best practices.’

‘Their ability to accommodate the complexity of the project and the interaction with all stakeholders was phenomenal.’

‘The team’s greatest strength was the solid track record of dealing with the Government of Jordan, drafting regulations, and understanding the ins and outs of the legislative approval process.’

Principaux clients

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation


Hayat Biotech


Tamatem


Zain Cash


Ooredoo Group LLC


Al Khabeer Capital


Samsung


SPE Capital


iMENA Group


Foursan Group


Jordan Ahli Bank /Ahli Fintech


Al Majal Group


Mohammad Al Charchafgi


Microfund for Women


Capital Bank


International Finance Corporation (IFC)


Abu Ghazaleh Group (Arab Wings and Abdali Medical Center)


Careem Networks FZ LLC


Savola Foods Company


Al Mutlaq Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Ooredoo Group LLC on its indirect acquisition of the entire share capital in a limited liability technology company registered in Iraq.
  • Advised Foursan Group on the acquisition of a 49% stake in a limited liability company registered in Jordan.
  • Assisted Microfund for Women on a green economy financing facility with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

Hammouri & Partners Attorneys At-Law

Hammouri & Partners Attorneys At-Law has a strong corporate offering in the Jordanian legal market. The team regularly acts on high value transactions for clients in a diverse range of sectors, including telecoms, banking and finance, healthcare and manufacturing. Managing partner Tariq Hammouri is a key practitioner in the group, with counsel Yotta Pantoula-Bulmer acting on deals in the healthcare, projects and energy sectors and senior associate Ahmed Khalifeh assisting with corporate transactions, company formation issues and commercial agreements.

Responsables de la pratique:

Tariq Hammouri


Autres avocats clés:

Ahmed Khalifeh; Yotta Pantoula-Bulmer


Les références

‘Hammouri offers an international business expertise with a great responsive timeframe.’

‘Precision, analysis, focusing on details & risk mitigation. ’

‘They are details oriented and work out multiple scenarios for you to consider. They are professional in their offerings and they value the time of their client.’

Principaux clients

Umniah Telecoms


Central Bank of Jordan


Electronic Health Solutions (EHS)


Electronic Health Solutions International (EHSI)


Jawaker


European Concrete Additives (ECA)


Safwati for Factoring and Finance Co.


Arab Fertilizers & Chemicals Industries Ltd (KEMAPCO)


Samgreen Power LLC Jordan


Jordan Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund (JREEEF)


Jordan Petroleum Refinery Co (JPRC)


United Cable Industries Company (UCIC)


Wajeez


UK entity in beverages sector


Specialty Hospital


International Business Legal Associates (IBLAW)

The practice at International Business Legal Associates (IBLAW) is well regarded by a broad range of corporations and private businesses throughout Jordan and the wider Middle East, and has an excellent track record in advising on complex M&A, real estate development matters, securities issues and capital markets work. Firas Malhas leads the practice and is sought after for assisting businesses with corporate structuring issues, as well as regulatory matters. Malhas is supported by Nancy Dababneh, who leads the IP group and has expertise in advising on licensing and franchising agreements and privatization work.

Responsables de la pratique:

Firas Malhas; Nancy Dababneh


Les références

‘Professional advice, prompt actions and arrangements taken.’

‘Friendliness and punctuality.’

‘Easy to contact and quick response.’

Principaux clients

Al Rabya Hotels, Tourism & Commercial Centers Co. Ltd (Kempinski Hotel Amman)


Al-Kasih for Canned Food Production


Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT)


Aqaba Development Company (ADC)


Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA)


Arab Potash Company


Arab Researchers for Managing Training and Forums (ARIJ)


Bank of Jordan


CCI International Holland BV (CCIIH BV)


Coca Cola Bottling Company of Jordan


Columbia University Middle East Research Center


Deel Inc.


European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)


Ferrero S.P.A


Fromageries Bell


GoMyCode


Hunland Trade KFT


IHC Merwede Holding B.V.


Money for Finance


MVL Group


Near East Foundation


SourceitHR


Specialized Technical Services (STS)


Total Energies


Urban Justice Center – International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP)


Zain Jordan


Rajai K.W. Dajani & Associates

Rajai K.W. Dajani & Associates has a solid presence in Jordan’s corporate and commercial legal market, and is recognised for its capabilities in acting for international and domestic clients in the space. Arwa Al Azzeh has extensive experience in advising on foreign investments, M&A and business restructurings. Yousef S. Khalilieh is a highly regarded corporate practitioner, with three decades of experience in assisting with corporate matters across multiple sectors, including aviation, construction, telecoms and e-commerce.

Responsables de la pratique:

Arwa Al Azzeh


Autres avocats clés:

Yousef S. Khalilieh


Les références

‘Expertise, attention to detail, availability, professionalism, knowledge and experience.’

Principaux clients

Luminus Group (Quds for Development)


Khalidi Hospital Medical Centre


Daehan (Kospo – Tafileh Wind Project)


Mawdoo3 Limited


ArabiaWeather


Tamatem Inc.-Krafton


Faylasof


EFG Hermes


Amarenco UJ2 Jordan


Spectrum International for Renewable Energy


Jordan Airports Duty Free Shops-Dufry/Jordan


Cartlow


Environmental Laboratory for Microbiological & Chemical Analysis


PriceWaterhouseCoopers Jordan LLC


Arab Bank Switzerland


King Hussein Bridge Terminal Project- Government of Jordan


Makane/MENA Digital


Nafsika Skourti


Jabbar Group


Labotic (Maqsam)


QahwaBLK


Amam Ventures


ABDULREHMAN ALGOSAIBI G.T.C


Jaguar Land Rover


Nielsen IQ- Africa, Middle East & Pakistan


Sanofi Pasteur


Arab Bank (Switzerland) Ltd.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising AMARENCO on the potential acquisition of the KARAK energy project.
  • Advised a consortium on a bid to purchase a 51% stake in the Jordan Petroleum Refinery Company (JPRC).
  • Advising the Government of Jordan and the International Finance Corporation on the development of new passenger and cargo processing facilities at the King Hussein Bridge Crossing Terminal in Jordan

Safwan Moubaydeen Law Firm in association with Dentons

The team at Safwan Moubaydeen Law Firm in association with Dentons regularly advises multinational commercial companies and major banks on regulatory and compliance issues. The firm leverages Denton’s broader international network to handle multi-jurisdictional transactions within multiple sectors, ranging from finance and energy to infrastructure and aviation. Managing partner Safwan Moubaydeen is a trusted advisor to a number of public and private corporations and stands out for his extensive knowledge of Qatari law. He is supported by Ala’ George Musleh, who regularly handles instructions within the energy sector, specifically renewables, power generation and oil and gas matters. Senior associate Haya Moubaydeen is a key name to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Safwan Moubaydeen; Ala’ George Musleh


Autres avocats clés:

Haya Moubaydeen


Les références

‘Supportive, flexible, dynamic, makes the effort to provide the best solution for the best interest of the client, shares legal advice when required in a professional manner.’

‘The team is unmatched for their high standards of client care and delivery of services with passion, reliability and responsiveness. From the partners down to the associates, the team is highly competent and well-rounded and are consistently trusted to handle our complex matters.’

‘They guide you through complexities of local and international laws and regulations and provide bespoke end-to-end solutions keeping in mind the commercial aspects. The lawyers are extremely responsive, on the ball and very proactive.’

Principaux clients

Adidas Levant Limited


AerCap Ireland Limited


Agence Française de Développement


Ahli Bank QSC


Al Amar Foods (part of the Domino’s Pizza larger group)


Al Badiya Power Generation Company


Al Hamawi Roastery


Al Husainiyah Power Generation Company


Amazon Web Services


Amazon.com Services LLC


Amman Asia Electric Power Company


American University of Madaba Company


Axa France Vie


Bank of New York Mellon Corporation


CHANEL Limited FZE


CRIF S.p.A.


Embassy of Ireland


Engine Lease Finance Corporation


European Bank for Reconstruction and Development


Fujeij Wind Power Private Shareholding Company


JPMorgan Chase Bank


Lesaffre


Phoenicia for Electricity Plants and Renewable Energy


Middle East Telecommunication SAL – MEATEL


Philadelphia Solar


Seara Food Europe Holding B.V.


SITA Information Networking Computing BV


Sorouh Energy


Thales Amewa FZE (previously Gemalto Middle East FZ LLC)


Trilux Medical GmbH & Co. KG


True Aero LLC


BP Scale Up Factory Limited


Citibank, N.A.


Multi Service Technology Solutions, Inc


Korea Tobacco & Ginseng Corporation (KT&G)


Smart Desert Company


5Y Technology Limited


Questerre Energy


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisting Philadelphia Solar with negotiating and drafting a shareholders agreement for establishing a company in the USA for manufacturing photovoltaic panels.
  • Assisting Smart Desert with drafting and negotiating partnership agreements with several municipalities in Jordan to develop agricultural projects in the desert.
  • Advising the Al-Badiya Power Generation Company on the acquisition of a 70% stake in the company by Japan Energy.

Atwan & Partners Attorneys and Legal Consultants

Atwan & Partners Attorneys and Legal Consultants is ‘very experienced in M&A and venture capital transactions‘, and regularly advises domestic and international clients on Jordanian laws and regulations. Firm managing partner Khaled Atwan is ‘an excellent strategist and negotiator’; he heads up the practice, and is sought after for advising on corporate transactions, takeovers, disposals and joint ventures.

Responsables de la pratique:

Khaled Atwan


Osama Sukkari & Associates - Attorneys at Law

Osama Sukkari & Associates - Attorneys at Law handles a broad spectrum of corporate and commercial matters, including corporate structuring, contractual matters, governance and compliance. Practice head Anwar Sukkari has extensive experience acting in matters across multiple jurisdictions, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Iraq. Associate Feras Sukkari is a key name to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anwar Sukkari


Autres avocats clés:

Feras Sukkari


Les références

‘The team of Osama Sukkari provides immediate responses, and focuses on detailed explanations of each issue, in order to simplify as much as possible the procedures and the details behind them.’

‘The individuals are always available, willing to support on any subject and immediately responsive.’

‘The team is very large and diversified.’

Principaux clients

Bank of Jordan Plc


SYH – Jordan (IKEA)


Ritz Carlton Hotel and Residence


Al Rajhi Bank


Bank of Jordan – Bahrain Branch


Jordan Islamic Bank Plc


Arab Islamic Bank


King Hussain Business Park


Bauer International


The German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ)


Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) – Jordan & Regional Office


International Medical Corps (IMC) – Regional Office


INTERSOS Humanitarian Organization


Partners for Good (NGO)


Mideast Aviation Academy


Site Group for Services and Well Drilling


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising a large Jordanian bank on a USD 390 Million bid for purchasing the rights and liabilities, in addition to the business and operations, of the Jordanian branch of a foreign based bank.
  • Advising a UAE-based company on the sale of option shares worth USD 285 Million.
  • Advising a high-net-worth family on the establishment of a trust arrangement.