Zaheer Anis Appointed Alliott Global Alliance’s EMEA Chair
23 March 2026
Alliott Global Alliance (AGA) is pleased to announce that Zaheer Anis, Partner at Alliott Management Consulting UAE in Abu Dhabi, has been elected to AGA’s Worldwide Board and will serve as Chair of the EMEA region, succeeding Maria Zabala of Abbantia Law Firm in Bilbao, Spain.
Anis’ appointment reflects his commitment to driving collaboration and growth across AGA’s global community, which spans 240 accounting and law firm members in over 100 countries.
Effective immediately, Anis will serve a three-year term, working with Worldwide Board members to implement the Alliance’s strategic plans at both the EMEA and international levels.
In his new role, Anis will be deepening connections across member firms, driving collaboration between accounting and legal professionals, and ensuring that AGA continues to provide trusted, locally informed, and globally connected services. Supporting AGA member firms and their clients as they navigate complex cross-border challenges and capitalise on opportunities in an increasingly interconnected world will be at the heart of Anis’ focus in the years ahead.
Giles Brake, Global CEO, said:
"We are delighted to welcome Zaheer as EMEA Chair. His leadership and strategic thinking skills, along with his energy and commitment to collaboration will be pivotal as we continue to expand our presence and strengthen relationships across the region."
Zaheer Anis added:
"It is a great honor to take on this role. I look forward to working with our member firms, the Executive Office and Board colleagues to drive strategic initiatives, deepen collaboration, and ensure that AGA continues to deliver trusted, locally informed, globally connected services across EMEA into 2026 and beyond."
About Alliott Global Alliance:
Founded in 1979, Alliott Global Alliance is a global alliance of independent law, accounting, and advisory firms, operating from more than 340 offices in over 100 countries and providing clients with coordinated, multidisciplinary support worldwide through a trusted global platform. The Alliance is ranked in Chambers and Partners as a Leading Law Firm Network, reflecting the strength and international capability of its legal practices — Together as One.
Our firms share a common purpose: to exchange knowledge, capability, and opportunity in ways that strengthen their businesses and make the world smaller for the clients they serve. This collaboration is underpinned by a spirit of openness and mutual respect, enabling each to broaden its experience, deepen its expertise, and achieve greater success through coordinated international collaboration.
Alliott Global Alliance continues to expand its global presence, with a strategic objective to be represented in 120 countries by 2030. A limited number of affiliation opportunities remain available for independent professional firms that meet our standards and share our commitment to international collaboration. For further information, please contact membership@alliottglobal.com