Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP is pleased to announce that Richard Ernest has joined the firm’s Dubai office as a partner. Previously a partner in the Abu Dhabi office of Clifford Chance, Ernest will continue his banking and finance practice.
“Richard is one of the most talented young finance partners in the Gulf region,” said Ken Doran, Chairman and Managing Partner of Gibson Dunn. “His addition will help us continue to expand our global finance practice and to help our clients with their most important and complex financings.”
“Richard is highly regarded by the banking and business communities throughout the Middle East and is well-known for his superb technical skills, superior intellect and an unmatched ability to get the job done” said Paul Harter, Partner in Charge of the Dubai office. “Our Dubai office has market leading capabilities in M&A and corporate transactions, litigation and commercial arbitration, and fund formation and alternative investing. Richard’s addition rounds out the firm’s Middle East offering and adds more depth to our premier global finance practice.”
“I am excited to join my new colleagues at Gibson Dunn,” said Ernest. “The firm has an impressive platform and a collegial and entrepreneurial culture in which I can grow my practice.”
