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What the Team is Known For

Dentons is regularly noted for its broad global footprint, encompassing numerous offices throughout the Middle East. Its UAE disputes group is often instructed on cross-border cases. This includes arbitrations as well as shareholder and banking disputes heard before the commercial courts of the DIFC. It also regularly assists with the enforcement of overseas judgments and arbitral awards. Typical clients are active in sectors such as financial services, oil and gas, and hospitality.

Work Highlights

  • Dentons acted for the State Bank of Mauritius in a USD30 million DIFC Court litigation claim against Renish Petrochem and its affiliates, alleging fraudulent conspiracy in the obtaining of a facility agreement from the bank.

Strengths

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Dentons offers exceptional communication due to the fact that its legal advisers are adept at translating complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice.

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Dentons is a highly effective team.

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The team possesses specialised knowledge across diverse legal areas and therefore provides tailored, high-value advice that matches our specific needs.

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Faris Shehabi
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Faris Shehabi
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Faris Shehabi has accumulated extensive experience in contractual disputes and debt recovery proceedings, as well as advising on white-collar fraud claims. He was promoted to partner at Dentons in May 2025.

Faris is very sensible and methodical.

Faris Shehabi is a very good lawyer who is knowledgeable and supportive.

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