Janet Gooi joins Clyde & Co as Partner to lead Middle East tax practice
Global law firm Clyde & Co has strengthened its Middle East corporate practice with the appointment of Janet Gooi as a Partner in its Dubai office. Gooi joins the firm’s Global Corporate & Advisory practice and will lead Clyde & Co’s Middle East tax offering.
Gooi is a highly regarded tax lawyer, advising regional and multinational corporations, private equity groups, investment funds, and high-net-worth individuals on a range of tax issues. She has particular expertise in international tax structuring, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) tax, and tax disputes across the Middle East, and is recognized for contributing to the development of the tax landscape in the UAE and the region.
Commenting on the appointment, Sara Khoja, Partner and Chair of Clyde & Co’s Middle East and Africa Board, said,
“We are delighted to welcome Janet to the firm. As international tax matters become increasingly complex for businesses in the region, Janet’s deep expertise will be of great value to clients seeking high-quality tax advice.”
Ray Smith, Partner and Head of Clyde & Co’s Global Tax Practice, added,
“Tax continues to be an evolving area of law in the Middle East. Janet’s appointment allows us to support clients who are seeking practical and forward-looking advice on navigating their tax requirements.”
Janet Gooi said,
“Clyde & Co’s established reputation and reach in the Middle East provides a strong platform for building a comprehensive tax offering. I look forward to leading the development of an integrated tax practice that delivers commercially focused advice and strengthens the firm’s full-service capabilities.”
With over 35 years of experience in the Middle East, Clyde & Co’s regional team consists of 59 partners and over 150 lawyers. The firm has continued to expand its corporate and M&A capabilities across the region, with notable partner appointments in Qatar, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia over the past three years.
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