Simmons & Simmons Middle East LLP

Simmons & Simmons Middle East LLP provides support to financial institutions and corporates on regulatory investigations and enforcement proceedings across the UAE and wider Middle East. The group is active on allegations of fraud, bribery, corruption and money laundering, and also possesses a strong litigation offering, handling contentious investigations that progress to the UAE courts. The 'superb' Payam Beheshti leads the practice and is particularly well-regarded for his strength in regulatory investigations involving financial institutions. Co-head Muneer Khan is reputed for his financial services regulatory practice. David McDonald oversees the firm's employment offering and is active on investigations and disputes.