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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

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Dispute Resolution - United Arab Emirates

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Quinn Emanuel is a leading global specialist in dispute resolution, and a recent addition to the legal market in the UAE. Operating from both Dubai and Abu Dhabi, its compact team has noteworthy experience acting for high-net-worth individuals on disputes relating to their corporate investments. It is regularly instructed on matters arising from partnership agreements and other commercial contracts, with other clients including banks and insurance companies.

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Strengths

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  • The team demonstrates impressive depth and breadth, with clients benefiting from access to experienced professionals who provide well-rounded support on all legal, strategic and jurisdictional issues.

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  • Quinn Emanuel understands its clients' needs.

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  • Quinn Emanuel consistently delivers exceptional service levels, marked by responsiveness, accessibility and attention to detail.

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  • Quinn Emanuel is highly proactive in its communication. It's quick to provide clear, practical advice, often anticipating our needs before we raise them.

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  • The team at Quinn Emanuel stands out for its deep strategic insight into litigation cases, offering a clear and balanced assessment of the pros and cons of each potential outcome.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Joanne Strain
    Joanne Strain

    Joanne Strain

    Joanne Strain receives considerable praise for her handling of a wide variety of disputes, including debt recovery, insolvency and commercial fraud matters. She is the partner in charge of the UAE offices at Quinn Emanuel.

    • Joanne Strain is incredibly solution-focused and really acts in the best interest of the client. The way she deploys her skills is very much conducive to finding the middle ground and a solution.

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    • Joanne has deep technical expertise and is very approachable.

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    • Joanne is one of the best litigation partners I have come across in the UAE. She has a deep knowledge of DIFC procedures and how those interact with the onshore Dubai court.

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  • Parnika Chaturvedi
    Parnika Chaturvedi

    Parnika Chaturvedi

    Parnika Chaturvedi frequently advises on shareholder and contractual disputes, including cases involving the alleged breach of directors' duties. Her experience covers DIFC and ADGM matters, as well as arbitration proceedings.

    • Parnika consistently delivers exceptional client service, demonstrating a genuine commitment to understanding the dispute and providing tailored solutions.

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    • Parnika's professionalism and responsiveness make her an invaluable partner.

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    • Parnika's commercial awareness and strategic vision are outstanding, enabling her to anticipate challenges effectively.

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    • Parnika is an incredibly intelligent and technically excellent lawyer.

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