Global law firm Greenberg Traurig has added two new attorneys, shareholder David Bintliff and senior associate Lewis Calder, based in the United Arab Emirates office, as the Middle East’s largest sports, media and , has become proud of its entertainment team. Both were previously affiliated with Bird and Bird.
The move reflects the growing importance of the Middle East in the world sports arena. Greenberg Traurig’s customers in the region include Yas Marina Circuit, a high-tech racing track that hosts the annual Formula 1 race in Abu Dhabi. RCS Sport is the promoter of the UAE Tour, a seven-stage UCI-sanctioned bicycle race.
“Our business model is to go where growth, innovation and wealth is needed, and find culturally consistent, talented and entrepreneurial lawyers in each location,” said Greenberg Traurig, Executive Chairman. said Richard A. Rosenbaum. “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the UAE are and will continue to be a perfect fit for our model.”
Rosenbaum added that the move is part of the company’s strategy to meet the needs of the region’s rapidly growing business and government sectors. The financial sector includes the hospitality industry, private equity, private credit, banking, M&A and capital markets, as well as sports, entertainment and media. ”
“We are thrilled that David and his team, a leader in media, entertainment and technology, will join Stephen Bainbridge in our UAE office and strengthen our already thriving operations.” Chairman Khalid Al Zabiti said. middle east.
Bintlif is tasked with delivering some of the largest media, entertainment and technology regulatory and commercial projects in the Middle East. His experience includes advising international government and private sector stakeholders on his projects in media, entertainment and technology licensing, regulation, benchmarking and consulting.
Calder advises clients on the major commercial agreements that support their businesses, with a particular focus on the media, sports and entertainment sectors. His practice primarily focuses on contractual matters including media rights, sponsorship, merchandising, licensing, event management, and player/talent management.
Mr. Bintliff and Mr. Calder join Greenberg Traurig’s large team of Middle East lawyers, which already includes 10 shareholders, five attorneys, and five employees and trainees.