Practice Areas Corporate and M&A

Acting for Regional & Multi-National Companies on Corporate Transactions

GLA & Company’s corporate and M&A practice brings together a deep bench of specialist lawyers with a proven track record advising on complex, high‑value transactions across the Middle East and beyond. We provide end‑to‑end counsel across the full spectrum of corporate mandates, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate structuring, regulatory advice, corporate governance, and shareholder and joint venture arrangements.

We regularly act on market‑defining transactions, including cross‑border M&A, where our clients benefit from our integrated, multi‑disciplinary capabilities and our on‑the‑ground understanding of regional legal and regulatory frameworks. Our experience spans acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, mergers, and strategic alliances. We advise a diverse client base comprising multinational corporates, MENA listed and private companies, government entities, family businesses, private equity sponsors, and financial institutions.

Our strength lies in combining granular knowledge of local law and regulatory practice with execution aligned to international standards. This approach enables us to deliver practical, commercial, and cost‑effective solutions while safeguarding our clients’ legal and strategic objectives.

Our M&A and Private Equity Services

We provide a comprehensive suite of services for companies pursuing corporate and M&A transactions in the Middle East, including:

Due Diligence

When pursuing a merger or acquisition, due diligence is critical. However, it is also difficult—especially when it involves a company in a foreign jurisdiction. Our attorneys conduct and oversee all aspects of due diligence for M&A transactions involving companies in the Middle East. We also handle negotiations involving disclosure carve-outs and other due diligence-related matters.

Drafting and Negotiating Transaction Documents

Our attorneys draft and negotiate all documents needed to close corporate transactions in the Middle Eastern jurisdictions. In addition, our attorneys prepare all transaction documents and handle all deal negotiations for both share and asset transactions.  

Restructuring

In addition to M&A and Private Equity transactions, we also have significant experience guiding corporate clients through the restructuring process. This includes stand-alone restructurings as well as pre-closing restructurings in anticipation of future corporate transactions. We help our clients explore their options; evaluate tax, regulatory compliance, and other pertinent considerations; and then execute transactions focused on maximizing value for their shareholders.

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory compliance is a key component of corporate M&A in the Middle East. We handle all regulatory matters on behalf of our clients, dealing directly with local authorities as necessary to help ensure that their deals close as scheduled.

Regional Cross-Border Transactions

Much of our M&A and Private Equity practice concentrates on representing companies in regional cross-border transactions. With offices throughout the MENA region, and a team of deal attorneys who have decades of relevant experience, we are uniquely positioned to help companies based in the Middle East and worldwide close complex cross-border transactions on schedule and on budget.

Speak with a Corporate and M&A Attorney in Confidence

If your company (or one of your firm’s clients) is contemplating a merger, acquisition, or corporate restructuring in the Middle East, our attorneys can help. Please contact us today to learn more about our firm’s Corporate and M&A practice in the Middle East.