Middle East
About
Longstanding commitment to the region
White & Case has been active across the Middle East for seven decades. We navigate our clients through their most complex multijurisdictional and local business challenges, and offer over 70 years' experience in the region and strong relationships with regulators and authorities.
Comprehensive regional coverage
White & Case has been active in the Middle East for more than 70 years, with an on-the-ground presence since 1989. The Firm has more than 100 lawyers in the region based in Egypt (Cairo, through an association with MHR & Partners), Oman (Muscat, via a cooperation agreement with Mohammed Al Bahr Advocates and Legal Consultants), Qatar (Doha), Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) and the United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi; Dubai), offering a unique blend of English, New York, Egyptian, Saudi and UAE law advice.
Partner-led team, with international expertise and deep local knowledge
Our partner-led team combines international expertise gained on high-profile cross-border transactions with an in-depth understanding of local law.
Unparalleled experience and market-leading practice coverage
Our team continues to advise on many of the most innovative and complex transactions in the region, many of which are market firsts, as well as on high-stakes disputes. We provide clients with a full-service practice offering.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Tier 1: Banking & Finance: Corporate Finance (including Islamic Lending) – UAE
Tier 1: Commercial, Corporate and M&A – UAE
Tier 1: Construction – UAE
Tier 1: Oil, Gas and Natural Resources – UAE
Tier 1: Banking & Finance – Saudi Arabia
Tier 1: Capital Markets – Saudi Arabia
Tier 1: Projects & Energy – Saudi Arabia
Tier 1: Projects, Real Estate and Construction – Qatar
Tier 1: Banking & Finance – Egypt
Tier 1: Commercial, Corporate and M&A – Egypt
Tier 1: Energy – Egypt
Tier 1: Projects & Infrastructure – Egypt
Legal 500 EMEA 2023
Band 1: Projects & Energy - Middle East
Band 1: Capital Markets – Egypt
Band 1: Projects & Energy – Egypt
Band 1: Dispute Resolution: International Arbitration – Qatar
Band 1: Banking & Finance – Saudi Arabia
Spotlight: Projects & Energy – Qatar
Spotlight: International & Cross-border Capabilities – UAE
Chambers Global 2024
"The firm is unparalleled in industry knowledge and commercially-minded service. They handle some incredibly cutting-edge transactions and they have the expertise to make them happen."
"The team is available 24/7 and often produces deliverables under very tight timelines."
Chambers Global 2024
Equity Capital Markets Legal Adviser of the Year
Bonds, Loans & Sukuk Awards, 2023
Islamic Finance Capital Markets Law Firm of the Year
Islamic Finance News, 2023
Best Law Firm – Middle East
emeafinance Middle East Banking Awards 2023
Fintech Law Firm of the Year
Energy and Resources Law Firm of the Year
Asian Legal Business Middle East Awards, 2023
Ranked 1 in the Middle East and Africa for project finance by deal value
Infralogic League Tables 2023
Ranked 1 in the Middle East and Africa for M&A by deal value
Mergermarket League Tables 2023
