UK (England & Wales)
Jonathan is a solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales. He holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from The London School of Economics and a Master of International Laws degree from New York University School of Law.
He speaks fluent German.
Jonathan Fried is the head of our market-leading Middle East capital markets practice. He is ranked in the highest tier by each of the legal directories: three "Band 1" rankings in Chambers (Middle East-wide, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates), "Market Leader" in IFLR and "Leading Individual" in Legal 500.
His team is recognised as the market leader in the Middle East, awarded "Legal Adviser of the year" in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Global Banking & Markets.
Jonathan advises on the full range of capital markets transactions, across all sectors.
“Jonathan Fried is an amazing lawyer” and has “a very strong skill set.” “A prolific debt practitioner with considerable experience throughout the Middle East.” (Chambers 2025)
“A highly experienced practitioner who works closely with sovereigns, corporates and financial institutions across the Gulf.” (Legal 500 2025)
Jonathan's experience includes:
"A prolific debt practitioner with considerable experience throughout the Middle East." "He is very responsive… very experienced and a great communicator." "A highly prominent lawyer… advising both issuers and lead managers". "Jonathan Fried and his team provide excellent service. He is very knowledgeable in DCM and Sukuk." (Chambers 2022).
"One client lauded him as "amazing - he has a great knowledge of the law and is very approachable". "A highly prominent practitioner with considerable expertise in tier 1 capital and sovereign debt issues." (Chambers 2021).
"Highly skilled... Sources praise him as "an excellent lawyer who is very responsive," with one client adding: "He leads from the front and is very approachable." "Recognised in the market as a "standout" practitioner." (Chambers 2020).
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