Al Tamimi & Company elects new Managing Partner

The leading law firm in the Middle East and North Africa has elected Jody Waugh as its next Managing Partner. Jody has been at Al Tamimi & Company for over 16 years where he has served as Partner, Head of Banking & Finance, and Deputy Managing Partner. He will commence his term as Managing Partner on 1 January 2024.

Jody joined Al Tamimi & Company in 2007 to lead the firm’s Banking & Finance practice across the Middle East and North Africa. Under his leadership, the practice has become a regional leader with an unrivaled reputation. He was appointed Deputy Managing Partner in January 2020 and has since worked closely with management and his fellow Partners to position Al Tamimi & Company as the leading law firm in the region.

The incoming Managing Partner counts some of the region’s leading banks and financial institutions among his clients. He is a highly respected practitioner whom Legal 500 describes as ‘technically excellent and diligent’.

Jody succeeds Samer Qudah who has been leading the firm since 2019. Samer will continue as Partner and will head the firm’s Corporate Structuring practice.

Al Tamimi & Company Chairman, Essam Al Tamimi welcomed the new Managing Partner, commenting:

“Being appointed the firm’s Managing Partner is a testament to Jody’s dedication and commitment to Al Tamimi & Company. His professional conduct and reputation amongst clients, fellow peers and colleagues is held in the highest regard and I look forward to working alongside Jody as he leads the firm towards a new phase of growth and excellence.”

On his appointment, incoming Managing Partner Jody Waugh, said:

“I look forward to the upcoming phase and eagerly anticipate advancing the robust foundation established by Samer’s management over the past four years. Our aim to be the preeminent law firm in the region remains our guiding principle, and we’ll continue to focus all of our efforts on those areas that enhance our clients’ satisfaction, helping them achieve even greater success.”