Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP is pleased to announce Hardeep Plahe is joining its Dubai office as a partner.  Plahe, having practiced with Linklaters in Dubai, will continue his corporate practice in the Middle East, advising on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets and financial regulation issues.

“We are pleased to welcome Hardeep to the firm,” said Ken Doran, Chairman and Managing Partner of Gibson Dunn.  “Hardeep is an English-trained lawyer who has significant experience in the UAE and the Gulf region and a broad corporate and M&A practice, which is just what we need to serve our clients in the region.”

“Hardeep will be a terrific addition to the firm,” said Paul Harter, Partner in Charge of the Dubai office.  “He is one among very few lawyers in the region who consistently delivers the highest quality legal services and who has a long-term commitment to the region. He is known as someone who really understands how the Middle East works and is highly regarded.  With his skills and knowledge, Hardeep will help us deepen relationships with clients and other companies in the UAE and throughout the Middle East.”

Plahe’s addition follows Chézard Ameer who joined the firm’s Dubai office as a corporate partner from Ashurst in October 2010 to head the Gibson Dunn’s international funds practice.

“I am looking forward to joining the firm,” said Plahe.  “Gibson Dunn’s international platform, uncompromising standards and commitment to the emerging markets will continue to provide an ideal foundation on which to further my corporate practice and continue to help clients on their most important projects.”