Peter holds several leadership positions within the firm. He is currently AKD Partners's Regional Managing Partner for the Middle East, Managing Partner for AKD Partners Africa.

Peter has a strong background and reputation for market-leading finance and restructuring matters and is highly regarded for the work that he undertakes in the UAE and the wider GCC.

Peter routinely acts for the leading firms of insolvency practitioners, clearing banks and other financial institutions. In particular, he is recognised for his ability to combine strong technical expertise with a very practical approach.

Acting for the joint administrators for the UK parent of one of the largest private healthcare companies in the UAE, on the restructuring of approximately US$6.6 billion debt.
Advising a major Dubai Bank in relation to a wide range of issues associated with its distressed lend portfolio, including issues arising from lending and security packages, to a number of developer clients.
Advising the joint liquidators of one of the world’s largest commodities traders with a debt burden in excess of USD1 billion.

Outside of the office, Peter enjoys spending time with family and has an interest in classic cars, some of which work. Peter is motivated by new challenges and enjoys finding innovative solutions to clients’ issues.

Riyadh

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