Linklaters appoints Kieron Zaman as Middle East National Managing Partner

Linklaters is pleased to announce the appointment of Kieron Zaman as National Managing Partner – Middle East, with effect from 1 December 2025. 

Kieron has been based in the firm's Dubai office since 2012. Prior to this, he worked at Linklaters in London where he advised banks and borrowers on European and emerging market financings and debt restructurings. He leads Linklaters’ top-ranked Middle East banking practice and is recognised as a leading partner by legal directories.  

Kieron succeeds Scott Campbell, who has led the region for a combined period of 10 years. Scott will continue to head our market-leading corporate practice in the Middle East. 

Linklaters Firmwide Managing Partner, Paul Lewis, commented: 

“The Middle East is a key growth market for Linklaters. Under Kieron's leadership, our team will continue to meet the complex and sophisticated demands of the world's leading corporate, banks, funds and financial sponsors in the region and globally. I would like to thank Scott for his superb leadership and contribution as NMP, leading the region during a period of rapid change and growth.”