International law firm, Greenberg Traurig, has successfully secured a license to establish an office in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and has accordingly hired two experienced professionals in real estate and hospitality laws – Stephen Kelly and Sarah Mahood – from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner. This announcement marks a continuation of major law firms, specifically those in the Am Law 100, expanding their presence in the Middle East.
This development encapsulates a robust expansion period of Big Law witnessed this summer, not only in the UAE, but also in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Law licenses have been granted, new offices have been opened, and strategic partnerships have been forged, giving these powerhouse firms a stronger foothold in the region.