GLA & Company, a law firm based in the Middle East and North Africa, has opened an office in Doha, Qatar.
The regional firm, which now operates across six countries, has obtained a licence from the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), according to a statement.
This latest development represents a strategic step for GLA & Co. in catering to the growing demand for legal services across the Middle East, particularly in the rapidly evolving Qatari market.
The new office will be headed by recently appointed partner, Dean Jaloudi, who was most recently at PwC Legal in Doha.
Jaloudi specialises in equity capital markets, venture capital, and corporate law. His work has included advising on initial public offerings (IPOs) for Qatari companies such as Baladna and QLM Life & Medical Insurance, as well as the establishment of Qatar’s first venture capital fund under the QFC regulations.
Commenting on the firm’s latest expansion, Nader Al Awadhi, senior partner at GLA & Co., said: “The expansion into Qatar is a testament to the firm’s growth and ambition. This strategic move allows us to better serve our clients by providing in-country expertise and support, especially in light of the increasing demand for legal counsel in key sectors such as energy, construction, and financial services.”
“Dean Jaloudi’s expertise in the Qatari market will be invaluable in ensuring our clients receive the best legal advice tailored to their business needs,” he said.
GLA & Co. has a presence in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Manama, Kuwait, Cairo, and Doha.
In May, the firm struck an alliance with Bahraini law firm Al Doseri Law to broaden the offering of both firms, namely in corporate and commercial disputes, and last year, it partnered with UAE law firm Habib Al Mulla and Partners in Dubai.
