Dechert has today announced the addition of a new investment funds partner in Dubai. Amanjit K. Fagura will also play a key role in the firm’s regional growth efforts.
She has joined the financial services and investment management group from Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, where she was most recently a partner.
She spent over a decade at Morgan Lewis, according to her LinkedIn profile, based in Dubai. Prior to this, she worked in the Dubai and London offices of Vinson & Elkins.
She specialises in private funds and investment solutions for Middle East investors. Her practice primarily involves assisting fund managers and regional investors with the structuring and documentation of Sharia-compliant investment solutions. She assists on other investment structures, including private placements, Sukuk issuances, and both conventional and Islamic financings.
With her addition the firm aims to service a wide range of investment needs for Middle East investors, according to a statement.
“Ama’s global expertise and innovative approaches to fund structuring and investment transactions will be a tremendous asset to our clients,” said Mark Thierfelder, co-chair of Dechert, in a statement.
“Dechert’s global reach and comprehensive financial services platform are what drew me to the firm,” added Fagura. “I am thrilled to join such a dynamic team and look forward to contributing to the growth and success of our financial services and investment management practice, while delivering exceptional service and innovative results to our clients.”
Dechert now has four partners in Dubai. London partner Colin Sharpsmith relocated to Dubai at the end of last year to further grow the firm’s financial services offering. He advises on setting up funds, investment structures, and investment products throughout the UAE.
Dechert has more than 200 lawyers across its financial services and investment management team globally.
