Reed Smith advises Ocorian on Clarity Consulting Solutions acquisition

Reed Smith has advised Ocorian on the cross-border acquisition of two entities in the DIFC and ADGM, each operating as Clarity Consulting Solutions Ltd, a provider of regulatory compliance services across both financial centers. Ocorian is a leading global provider of fund administration, capital markets, corporate and compliance solutions.

The Reed Smith team was led in Dubai by corporate partner Adela Mues, with support from Kritika Mohan, Kate Iliff, Marie Borye and Mira Bagaeen. Intellectual property advice was provided by Jamie Ryder and Alex Mackay, with employment support from Jenine Abdeljaber. Mues said, “We are delighted to support Ocorian on this strategic acquisition, which further enhances its regulatory compliance capabilities in two key UAE financial centers. This transaction reflects the continued growth and sophistication of the regulatory landscape in the region, and we are proud to have advised on a deal that strengthens Ocorian’s position in this important market.”