Fady E. Saleh is an associate in the Dubai office of Latham & Watkins. 

Fady’s practice focuses on representing clients in technology transactions, including outsourcing, licensing, cloud services, development, consulting, artificial intelligence, machine learning, distribution, manufacturing, acquisition, and joint venture relationships. 

Fady uses his technology transactions and intellectual property litigation experience to serve clients in many different industries, including life sciences and technology. 

Fady’s experience includes advising:

  • An AI company on comprehensive SaaS and professional services agreements with a diverse array of customers, ensuring alignment with industry standards and addressing specific client needs through tailored contract provisions*
  • An autonomous driving tech company on complex vehicle supply agreements with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), providing strategic advice on critical terms such as supply commitments, warranties, and liability provisions to safeguard client interests and facilitate smooth operational partnerships*
  • A product information management company on negotiations with major corporations for software agreements, meticulously drafting commercial documents, including terms of use and privacy policies, and conducting detailed negotiations to mitigate client-specific risks and ensure robust contractual protections*
  • An electronics manufacturing services company on a strategic joint venture, concentrating on the intricate negotiation of IP license provisions and structuring agreements to safeguard core sensor technologies*
  • A power technology company on negotiating sophisticated SaaS agreements and professional services contracts with leading vendors, including Oracle and Microsoft*
  • A software company on negotiations with various counterparties, providing advice on commercial services agreements and meticulously drafting internal documents such as terms of use, privacy notices, and order forms to ensure legal compliance and operational efficiency*
  • A tech company and HR start-up on the comprehensive review and update of internal commercial forms, including terms of use, order forms, and privacy policies, ensuring adherence to data protection laws and alignment with evolving business requirements*
  • An engineering and technology company on the development of a robust supply agreement template for use with customers and joint venture partners, focusing on identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, addressing liability concerns, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulators*
  • A German automotive parts manufacturer on a complex license and IP purchase agreement, providing strategic advice on IP ownership, royalty structures, and other critical interests to maximize the client’s intellectual property value and support long-term business objectives*
  • An international manufacturer on crafting commercial agreements related to the monetization of its trademarks through multiple licensing and distribution deals and advising on negotiation strategies to address potential challenges and optimize revenue streams*

*Matter handled prior to joining Latham

Bar Qualification

  • California

Education

  • J.D., Harvard Law School, 2020
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering, American University, 2015

Languages Spoken

  • English