Construction - United Arab Emirates
What the team is known for
Mantle Law is a well-regarded boutique law firm that assists domestic and international clients with contentious construction matters, including ICC arbitrations and contractor disputes. The lawyers here also have experience advising both developers and contractors. Mantle Law advises clients from its headquarters in Abu Dhabi as well as its office in London.
Strengths
"Mantle Law provides advice in an easily digestible way. They are very responsive and able to react quickly."
"Mantle is a boutique firm with a strong strategic approach to dispute resolution. They possess a very effective team that works hard to ensure each and every possible angle is covered."
"Mantle Law offers an excellent team that is very personable and has huge knowledge. They all have considerable experience in the region and in construction disputes specifically. Their all-round ability is superb and they always keep in mind the bigger picture of the commercial realities of the dispute."
Notable practitioners
Matthew Heywood is the founding partner of the firm. Based in Abu Dhabi, he leads the practice, with a particular focus on construction disputes in the infrastructure and energy sectors. "Matthew Heywood is a very efficient lawyer who provides clear and focused advice." "He instils confidence in clients and builds relationships. He gives his clients ultimate confidence and good advice." "Matthew Heywood is a go-to lawyer for large, complex construction disputes." "He is an outstanding lawyer with great commercial acumen."