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Akin is a prominent US law firm with an increasingly notable Middle Eastern disputes practice comprising lawyers based in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The team has extensive experience in very high-value arbitration, litigation and enforcement proceedings. It acts for a variety of clients, including governments and government-owned entities.
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The Akin disputes team is a natural choice for complex, high-value and sensitive disputes.
I am impressed by the Akin team's combination of creative thinking and rigorous attention to detail.
They have an incredibly talented team who are attuned to the details of each case, and who are able to think steps ahead.
The Akin disputes team is a natural choice for complex, high-value and sensitive disputes.
I am impressed by the Akin team's combination of creative thinking and rigorous attention to detail.
They have an incredibly talented team who are attuned to the details of each case, and who are able to think steps ahead.
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Graham Lovett maintains an excellent reputation for both DIFC Court litigation and international arbitration. He is well known among his peers in the legal profession, and his wide-ranging practice encompasses the full spectrum of general commercial disputes, including joint venture and investment matters.
Graham Lovett understands the big picture, has a firm grasp of the critical legal and factual issues, and is very easy to work with.
Graham Lovett is a leading name when it comes to disputes in the DIFC.
Ryan Whelan is a rising star with an excellent reputation among his peers in the legal community. He is active on a range of enforcement proceedings and has further experience acting on contractual disputes.
Ryan is incredibly client-focused and his laser focus is extremely helpful.
Ryan is an excellent lawyer and a fantastic ambassador for Akin.
Ryan Whelan understands the technical aspects and drafts beautifully before tribunals. The way he speaks and writes in front of tribunals is very impressive.
Ryan is extremely smart, tactical and pragmatic.
Michael Stewart draws high praise from commentators, who note his impressive powers of analysis in addition to his capabilities in written and oral advocacy. He is well versed in arbitration and has further strengths in DIFC Court litigation.
Michael Stewart is extremely conscientious, responsive and robust with his legal analysis. He understands the broader commercial issues and is always focused on achieving the best outcome for clients.
Michael is phenomenally hard-working.
Michael Stewart is technically very good and one to watch.