About

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 Dispute resolution is our strength. We specialise in the efficient and effective resolution of legal issues and disputes.


Our litigation team offers advice and representation on all aspects of civil, commercial, and criminal law, and are licensed to operate in all the UAE courts. This includes the DIFC and ADGM, as well as the federal, Dubai and Abu Dhabi judicial systems up to and including the Court of Cassation and the Federal Supreme Court. We are especially renowned for our abilities in cases involving government and semi-government entities and for real estate and construction, financial, insurance and employment disputes. 


Our arbitration experts have handled numerous significant, complex, and high-value arbitration cases, and take pride in our considerable success. Collaborating with some of the UAE's foremost experts, we enhance the strength of the cases we handle to attain the best possible outcome for our clients in commercial, banking and financial services, construction and real estate disputes among others. We have particular experience of acting in major arbitration matters before the DIAC, ADCCAC, TAHKEEM (Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Centre), IICRA (International Islamic Centre for Reconciliation and Arbitration) and the ICC.

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Dispute Resolution: Domestic - United Arab Emirates

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What the Team is Known For

Horizons & Co is an established Emirati law firm with a well-attested presence in the local courts. It is a popular choice for international counsel seeking local disputes expertise, and is noted for its growing bench of litigators in both the local and DIFC Courts. The firm has strong experience in banking and construction disputes, including with regard to arbitral award enforcement. It also frequently acts on real estate matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Horizons & Co acted for Dubai Islamic Bank in a dispute with Arabtec Holding concerning an approximately AED72 million default on a facilities agreement.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Ali Al Zarooni
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Ali Al Zarooni
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Ali Al Zarooni is a leading Emirati advocate whose name carries considerable respect in the market. He is an immensely experienced figure who has particularly in-depth expertise in real estate and construction disputes.

Ali is an exceptionally skilled lawyer who offers bespoke solutions tailored to each client's needs.

Throughout our time working together, his strategic insights and unwavering commitment to excellence has been truly remarkable.

Ali possesses solid knowledge of the court system and he handles complicated cases.

Ali Al Zarooni is one of the most valued lawyers in the market. He is someone who has influenced the development of UAE's legal framework.

Areen Jayousi
Areen Jayousi
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Areen Jayousi advises on an array of litigation proceedings, including numerous banking and financial services cases. He is trusted by several well-known international law firms to oversee disputes proceedings in the local Emirati courts.

His strategic approach and ability to anticipate and address business needs consistently exceed expectations.

Areen is an excellent lawyer. He is an expert on onshore UAE law. He gives sound advice, is on top of the details and is a team player.

Areen is very knowledgeable and has substantial experience in the region.

He is our go-to local counsel. He is bilingual, understands the local market, and is a top-notch professional.

Areen keeps his focus on the goal, following up when necessary to keep everything moving forward.

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Ali Al Zarooni
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Ali Al Zarooni
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Dispute Resolution: Domestic: Without Rights of Audience

Areen Jayousi
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