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DLA Piper LLP

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates


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Dispute Resolution - United Arab Emirates

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper's UAE disputes team is noted for its long experience in the Middle East. It has an impressive record in the courts of the DIFC and ADGM, and is acknowledged for its strong financial crime practice. The firm also has comprehensive arbitration abilities and is very active on cross-border disputes throughout the region and beyond. Lawyers within the team are regularly called upon to assist with a broad array of joint venture and other investment-related cases.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper represented construction company BAM Higgs & Hill in its damage claim against Affan Innovative Structures arising from an alleged breach of the subcontract agreement.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper understands local and international realities and offers very clear communication and strategies.

    Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
  • DLA Piper shows great depth of knowledge and skill.

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  • It's very easy to work with DLA Piper. The team offers clear directions and is responsive to queries.

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  • DLA Piper is amazing. I say this because of their ability to read the room, and because the team's case preparation is superb. I am extremely impressed.

    Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Andrew Mackenzie
    Band 2Andrew Mackenzie

    Andrew Mackenzie

    Andrew Mackenzie is DLA Piper's Middle East head of litigation, arbitration and investigations. He is very active in the international arbitration arena, acting on both commercial and treaty-based disputes, and also frequently appears before the DIFC and ADGM courts. He draws his enviable client base from a variety of sectors, including technology.
    • Andrew Mackenzie's extensive experience across the Middle East and Africa allows him to provide strong solutions for complex litigations.

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    • Andrew is a pleasure to deal with.

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