The firm has been shortlisted in the following categories:

• Arbitration Team of the Year
• Corporate Team of the Year
• CSR/ESG Initiative of the Year.

Sachin Kerur, office managing partner of Reed Smith’s Middle East offices, said: "We're delighted to have been recognised for the breadth of our practices and community work in these awards.  It is a testament to all of the hard work, over the last year, that the team has put in to support our clients in the region and globally."

The awards, now in their 10th year, celebrate outstanding work within the profession. By recognising exceptional achievement and best practice they underline the crucial role lawyers are playing in promoting the rule of law.

The winners will be announced at a ceremony on 12 May at The Ritz-Carlton, in Dubai.