Rainmaker
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Practice Areas
Capital MarketsEquity Capital Markets
Professional Bio
Khalid Garousha is the Senior Partner and Co-Chair of the Executive Committee and Board at A&O Shearman in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. With over two decades of experience at Allen & Overy, Khalid has been instrumental in shaping the firm's strategic direction, having served as Regional Managing Partner for the Middle East and Turkey. He specializes in M&A and Equity Capital Markets, providing expert counsel on complex corporate finance transactions, including cross-border mergers, joint ventures, and IPOs. Khalid played a pivotal role in the establishment of A&O Shearman and is committed to advancing inclusion and societal impact through the firm's initiatives.
Representative Matters
Leadership and Strategic Development
- Khalid Garousha serves as interim Global Managing Partner at Allen & Overy since September 2023.
- Instrumental in shaping the creation of A&O Shearman and leading the firm through significant change.
- Focused on unleashing the potential of A&O Shearman's unique proposition.
Regional Management and Expertise
- Former Regional Managing Partner for A&O’s Middle East and Turkey region.
- Based in the UAE since 2000, Khalid is a highly regarded M&A and ECM practitioner.
- Trusted advisor on complex corporate and corporate finance work, including cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity, international equity offerings, and IPOs.
Inclusion and Community Impact
- Committed to developing and investing in the potential of people from all backgrounds.
- Drives forward A&O Shearman’s inclusion agenda.
- Dedicated to ensuring A&O Shearman has a positive impact on society and the communities in which it operates.
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A&O Shearman
Senior Partner, Co-Chair Executive Committee/Board
2024 – Unknown
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Allen & Overy
Managing Partner
2023 – 2024
Partner
2004 – 2023
Associate
2000 – 2004