Dario Sabaghi

Dario Sabaghi is a correspondent for Law.com International in the Middle East. He writes about lawyers and legal issues across the region, including stories related to the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. He can be reached at [email protected].

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May 22, 2024 | International Edition

Global law firms advise Mubadala On Completion of Fortress Acquisition

Following the transaction, Fortress management holds a 32% equity interest, giving them the right to appoint a majority of the board.

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4 minute read

May 17, 2024 | International Edition

White & Case, Linklaters, Ibrahim & Partners Advise on Dubai Supermarket IPO

Lawyers from across the Middle East, London and the US worked on the Spinneys IPO, which led to an implied market capitalization of around $1.5 billion.

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2 minute read

May 02, 2024 | International Edition

UK and US Lawsuits Seek Accountability for Environmental and Financial Justice in the Middle East

The U.K. suit, filed by Hausfeld against oil giant BP, alleges health damages caused by flaring practices, while in the U.S., a class action suit filed against Lebanese financial institutions on behalf of depositors alleges financial misconduct and violations of federal racketeering laws.

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3 minute read

May 01, 2024 | International Edition

Al Tamimi, Paul Hastings Advise Microsoft-G42 on $1.5B Deal in the UAE

Al Tamimi & Company and Paul Hastings have advised a $1.5 billion investment between big tech Microsoft and the Abu Dhabi-based Artificial Intelligence…

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April 18, 2024 | International Edition

Law Firms Prepare For Boost From UAE's New Bankruptcy Law

Some major firms are restructuring their practices ahead of the new bankruptcy law entering into effect.

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6 minute read

April 01, 2024 | International Edition

Freshfields, Ashurst Advise on McLaren Takeover by Bahrain Sovereign Wealth Fund

The deal is a capital reorganization for McLaren, the automotive company, which has recently had financial difficulties exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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2 minute read

March 26, 2024 | International Edition

As Construction Disputes Multiply, Lawyers in UAE Face Heightened Challenges

Construction is a $41 billion industry in the UAE, and arbitration makes up 49% of dispute cases. Both metrics are growing—requiring law firms to navigate changing government policies, fierce competition, technological advancements, and communication gaps.

By Dario Sabaghi

6 minute read