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  • Hadef & Partners has a well-established Leveraged and Acquisition Finance practice in the UAE, known for its expertise in handling complex, high-value transactions. 

    Our team of experienced lawyers provides comprehensive support to clients throughout the entire lifecycle of leveraged and acquisition finance deals, from initial structuring and due diligence to negotiation, documentation, and post-closing matters. Our expertise covers various financing structures, such as senior, mezzanine, and subordinated debt, as well as bridge financing and working capital facilities.

    • Catriona McDevitt

      Partner, Head of Banking & Finance
      Banking & Finance
      c.mcdevitt@hadefpartners.com
    • Alan Rodgers

      Partner
      Banking & Finance
      a.rodgers@hadefpartners.com
    • Ajai Ramakrishnan

      Senior Counsel
      Banking & Finance
      a.ramakrishnan@hadefpartners.com
    • Aziz Yasin

      Associate
      Banking & Finance
      a.yasin@hadefpartners.com
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    c.mcdevitt@hadefpartners.com
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