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Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel

Dispute Resolution: Domestic

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates


Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel

Rankings

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Dispute Resolution: Domestic - United Arab Emirates

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel is a prominent UAE law firm which is frequently cited by internationals as a preferred choice of local counsel. The team has a growing presence in the DIFC Courts and is already a very visible presence in other courts across the UAE. It is also acknowledged for its activity in both Arabic and English-language arbitration, within domestic and international forums. The firm is regularly active on construction and banking disputes, particularly those with Shari'a elements.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Ali Al Hashimi
    Band 1Ali Al Hashimi

    Ali Al Hashimi

    Managing partner Ali Al Hashimi is a top choice for disputes in the finance sphere, as well as for any dispute in real estate or construction. He frequently appears before the Dubai courts and is also active in arbitration cases, with regular appointments as an arbitrator.

    • Ali Al Hashimi is always supportive and he is a great lawyer in the Dubai market.

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    • Ali Al Hashimi is very knowledgeable.

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  • Band 2Nasser Al Osaiba
    Band 2Nasser Al Osaiba

    Nasser Al Osaiba

    Nasser Al Osaiba heads the Abu Dhabi office and is active in the local as well as offshore courts. Leveraging his in-house experience gained at the National Bank of Umm Al Quwain, he is well positioned to advise clients on financial services disputes.
    • Nasser is very knowledgeable.

      Dispute Resolution: Domestic respondentGlobal
    • Nasser Al Osaiba is an excellent lawyer and a great practitioner.

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United Arab Emirates

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