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Dispute Resolution - United Arab Emirates

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What the Team is Known For

Freshfields maintains a prominent arbitration team in Dubai which often acts for industry leaders on multi-jurisdictional cases. Its lawyers are well versed in matters arising from contentious investment agreements, demonstrate further strengths in regulatory investigations and frequently represent international companies in disputes with national governments and state-owned institutions. Typical clients originate from a diverse range of sectors, including manufacturing and telecoms.

Strengths

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"Freshfields' strengths include their clear and effective communication. Moreover, they understand the root issue and tailor expert questions and answers accordingly. The team are quick to understand the dispute and have a knowledge of the subject which results in clear, well-drafted advice and recommendations."

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"Freshfields have good knowledge of international and regional dispute laws, regulations and previous court verdicts."

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Notable Practitioners

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Sami Tannous
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Sami Tannous
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Sami Tannous is well known for his strong track record in arbitrations. He represents tech giants, telecoms companies and high net worth individuals in a broad range of cases.

"Sami Tannous is extremely smart, and I believe he is one of the best arbitration practitioners in the Middle East. He understands the complexities of the region incredibly well and gives practical advice as well as a pure legal analysis."

"Sami Tannous is pragmatic, results-oriented and professional."

"Sami is a calm, cool and technical lawyer. He is always diligent in his approach. It is clear his advice is well considered. We find his technical and strategic thinking to be on point."

"I find Sami excellent to work with. He is always thoroughly on top of the material and well prepared. He's a source of fully considered and thoughtful advice and is a cool head under pressure with very sound strategic and tactical judgement."

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