Chambers Review
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Construction - United Arab Emirates
What the Team is Known For
Mantle Law is a well-regarded boutique law firm with a growing reputation as a go-to counsel for construction disputes in the Middle East. It assists domestic and international clients with a wide variety of contentious construction matters, including ICC arbitrations and contractor disputes. The lawyers here have experience in advising both developers and contractors. Mantle Law advises clients from its headquarters in Abu Dhabi as well as its office in London.
Strengths
The lawyers at Mantle are true experts in construction, and they go the extra mile to understand the technical and commercial considerations of their clients when delivering strategic advice.
They are very professional, methodical and knowledgeable. They explain in detail the steps we have to take and they are very open with their advice and recommendations.
The team is responsive, practical, knowledgeable, commercial and able to roll with the punches. I am consistently impressed with how they handle everything that is thrown at them.
I would highlight Mantle Law for its very high levels of attention to detail and its understanding of client needs.
A very good level of construction knowledge is provided by a very capable team and the overseeing partner.
Notable practitioners
Matthew Heywood is the founding partner of the firm. He leads the practice, with a particular focus on construction disputes in the infrastructure and energy sectors. He is predominantly active on matters within the UAE, but has further experience relating to construction projects elsewhere in the Middle East.
Matthew Heywood is one of the most experienced construction litigators in the Middle East. His experience coupled with his hands-on approach always provides the best solution for his clients.
Matthew strives to ensure the legal services that he delivers complement and fit with his client's business model. He is a true all-round commercial lawyer who is there when you need him.
His depth of knowledge in construction and infrastructure disputes is exceptional, and his strategic thinking helps navigate complex situations with clarity and confidence.
Matthew Heywood is fantastic with clients and one of the most innovative lawyers in the UAE in terms of his approach to cases.
Matthew's commitment, dedication and drive to succeed are second to none.
Alexander Studholme is an up-and-coming lawyer who is gaining increasing prominence in the field of construction disputes. He is active on behalf of a varied list of contractors and subcontractors, with experience handling disputes relating to retail, commercial and residential construction projects.
Alexander Studholme a proper construction-focused expert and this is reflected in the way he deals with clients and their cases. He is building a very good practice.
He is a great lawyer who is reliable and hard-working. I am happy to call him at any time.
Alex Studholme from Mantle Law is possibly the smartest person I know.