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Employment: DIFC & ADGM Litigation (UK-Based Barristers) - United Arab Emirates
What the Team is Known For
London-based set Littleton Chambers is home to a number of barristers who have considerable experience appearing in employment litigation before the DIFC courts and those of the ADGM. Its lawyers are equally capable of representing employers and individual employees. Key cases undertaken by the set's members have included whistle-blowing claims, discrimination disputes and commercial employment injunctions.
Strengths
Littleton has good depth in commercial and employment work, with several members on the DIFC/ADGM circuit.
Notable practitioners
Gavin Mansfield KC is head of Littleton Chambers in London. He commands great respect among the legal community in Dubai and is noted for his regular handling of major DIFC employment cases, including landmark matters relating to discrimination.
Gavin Mansfield is a brilliant leader. He is one of the top members of the Bar and is absolutely meticulous in cross-examinations.
Gavin Mansfield is at the top of his game.
Gavin is a really great KC. He is super-prepared, and his advocacy in trials stands out.
James Bickford Smith is personable, aware of costs sensitivities and a pleasure to work with.
James has been a super support to us as he is incredibly responsive and user-friendly.
His legal opinion is excellent. He is great at putting pen to paper and delivering a work product that is user-friendly.
London-based Mohinderpal Sethi KC is well known for his regular engagement in DIFC employment cases. He is experienced in representing both employers and individual employees.
He is a pioneer in this market.
He is my go-to for DIFC employment disputes.
He is easy to work with, gives practical advice, and is responsive, intelligent and articulate.
Mohinderpal is a master of his craft, and he has a great reputation in the DIFC.
Mohinderpal is very good with clients as he absorbs huge amount of information in a short amount of time and is thorough in complex situations.