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Construction - United Arab Emirates

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Addleshaw Goddard is an accomplished international law firm with a strong presence both in the UAE and in the wider GCC region. The firm advises on the full life cycle of construction projects, from financing to any resultant disputes, and is regularly called upon to assist contractors, subcontractors and consultants with the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious mandates. Addleshaw Goddard serves a range of clients in the infrastructure and utilities sectors, and its lawyers also possess significant experience in energy projects.

Strengths

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"The team is very well versed in construction-related issues in the Middle East and is able to provide advice as and when required. The firm has very high service levels and has a real sense of responsiveness."

Construction respondent
Global

"Addleshaw has sound knowledge and great experience. They are always able to provide the support we require."

Construction respondent
Global

"Addleshaw Goddard is a very capable team. They are well-structured, experienced and responsive. They always meet deadlines, however demanding. They provide high-quality work and they are calm under pressure."

Construction respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Stephen Burke
2
Band 2

Stephen Burke is praised by clients for his strengths in arbitration, including matters conducted under UNCITRAL rules. He is also particularly esteemed for his strong drafting capabilities.

"Stephen is an extremely talented lawyer at every level. An arbitration expert, master tactician and expert cross-examiner. He has many strings to his bow and always gives his all."

"He is one of those rare individuals who has a natural instinct and ability to cross-examine witnesses with precision. He is just a phenomenal advocate and also has practical problem-solving skills."

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Bevan Farmer
3
Bevan Farmer
3
Band 3

A Dubai-based lawyer, Bevan Farmer is well versed in international construction arbitrations, including DIAC and ICC proceedings. Frequent clients of his include developers, contractors and subcontractors. He splits his time between Dubai and Doha.

"Sometimes, you get surprised by a dispute that escalates, so you need to come up with a strategy which was not foreseen in the contract. That is what Bevan is good at."

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Ranked Lawyers at
Addleshaw Goddard LLP

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United Arab Emirates

Construction: Dispute Resolution
2
Stephen Burke
2
Band 2
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Bevan Farmer
3
Bevan Farmer
3
Band 3
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