Dubai, 25 February 2016

The Dentons Middle East Banking team has been recognised for its regional strength. The Firm was named 'Best Middle East Law Firm' at the emeafinance Middle East 2015 Awards, held in Dubai this week.

The annual awards dinner recognises the achievements of the best commercial, investment and Islamic banks as well as asset managers and brokers in countries across the Middle East.

This is the sixth time that Dentons has won this prestigious award in recognition of its involvement in the finance sector. The Banking team advises on major and innovative financial structures, covering Islamic finance,  Asset Finance, Contractor Finance, Trade Finance, Project Finance, Debt Capital Markets, Restructuring and Real Estate Finance deals across the MENA region.

Commenting on the award Dentons' Head of Banking in the Middle East, Paul Jarvis, said, "We are honoured to receive this award. To be recognised for the sixth time in the only law firm category is a testament to the continued growth and diversity of our practice and talented team, who continue to advise on challenging deals across the region."  

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For further information, please contact:
Muireann Kelleher
Head of Business Development & Marketing - Middle East
Dubai
+971 4 402 0870
muireann.kelleher@dentons.com

Kerry Schultz
Senior Business Development & Marketing Executive
Dubai
+971 4 402 0872
kerry.schultz@dentons.com

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