Following years of sporadic activity in the Middle East, Burford Capital, one of the world’s largest litigation funders, decided to establish a more localized presence, opening its first office in the region. Dan Hall, co-head of EMEA and co-head of asset recovery in Dubai, relocated to the UAE with a keen focus on emerging opportunities in and around the region.
Most of Burford’s work in the Middle East involves assisting financial institutions and banking entities, to whom the firm offers finance, in settlement enforcement. While the UAE serves as a vital hub for their operations, Burford is observing the emergence of construction-related disputes in Qatar following the completion of the World Cup.
According to Burford Capital, countries such as UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia are well-positioned to necessitate an increasing range of the firm’s financing solutions. For a more detailed read, check out the original Law.com article.