Linklaters strengthens corporate practice with the addition of Osama Audi in Abu Dhabi

Linklaters is pleased to announce that Osama Audi will join the firm as a partner in its corporate practice on 1st September 2026, based in Abu Dhabi.

Osama has over 20 years’ experience advising sovereign wealth investors, private capital clients and corporates on M&A and private equity transactions in the Middle East, Africa and South and Southeast Asia across sectors including energy & infrastructure, particularly renewables, as well as technology, consumer and healthcare.

Osama is New York qualified and has worked with leading global law firms across New York, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

Betty Yap, partner, Asia Head of Corporate and Global Co-Head of Financial Sponsors said:

“Osama has exceptional experience advising clients on cross-border M&A and private equity transactions, combined with a deep understanding of the key investment corridors linking the Middle East, Asia and Africa. As global clients continue to seek opportunities across these regions, Osama’s addition further enhances our ability to deliver seamless, market-leading advice on our clients’ most complex transactions.”

Kieron Zaman, National Managing Partner – Middle East said:

“Osama’s areas of expertise are directly aligned with our strategic priority areas. His arrival reflects our continued commitment to investing in the Middle East and to attracting top talent who are a fit with our culture of teamwork and high-performance, meet client needs and strengthen our market-leading capabilities and long-standing presence in the region.”