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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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Dispute Resolution - United Arab Emirates

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer team often acts for major regional petrochemicals conglomerates and energy companies on cases throughout the Middle East. The firm is also regularly active on shareholder and joint venture disputes. It is also recognised for its strong experience in arbitration and retains a substantial financial services disputes and financial crime practice which benefits from the team's additional know-how in corporate investigations.

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Strengths

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  • HSFK fields a well-oiled, seamless international team on each dispute, with quality written submissions and excellent oral advocacy.

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  • Their arbitration expertise is first rate, complemented by an ability to give clear, practical advice that is grounded in commercial realities.

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  • They approach matters with a genuine business mindset, offering well-considered strategies. The team is highly collaborative, seamlessly bringing in other specialists when required.

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  • They read between the lines and explore all options, recommending the one that is most practical and taking into consideration the business perspective.

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is our go-to law firm for DIFC Court disputes. They have a very good reputation in the market and we have full confidence in their ability.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Stuart J H Paterson
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    Stuart J H Paterson

    Stuart Paterson frequently acts on behalf of international banks and financial services clients on a broad variety of contentious matters in the DIFC. His handling of shareholder and contractual disputes is complemented by considerable expertise in white-collar fraud and corporate investigations.

    • Stuart is very available, friendly and supportive. He is happy to repeat his explanations if needed and go into the specific points.

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    • Stuart Paterson provides outstanding support on complex matters.

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    • I consider Stuart Paterson to be an excellent lawyer.

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    • We find Stuart to be a brilliant lawyer who is available, pragmatic and helpful.

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    • He's got a great combination of strategic nous and a good eye for detail.

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