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Construction - United Arab Emirates

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

From its offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Reed Smith is able to advise clients on construction-related transactional work, and is a key name for such work in the UAE. The firm's lawyers are also active on contentious matters, including ICC arbitrations. The team is experienced in representing contractors and employers, including oil and gas companies.

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Notable Practitioners

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Michelle Nelson
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Michelle Nelson
1
Band 1

Michelle Nelson is a significant lawyer in the market, who divides her time between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. She demonstrates a wealth of knowledge in the DIFC courts and frequently acts for both contractors and subcontractors.

She is commercially savvy and charming to work with, but ruthless in cross-examination. Her ability to distil complex issues into simple explanations is invaluable.

She is one of the leading construction practitioners in the Middle East. She brings excellent client and legal skills together, and is an excellent advocate.

Sachin Kerur
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Sachin Kerur
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Band 2

Sachin Kerur splits his time between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. He is highly knowledgeable in infrastructure construction projects, on both the contentious and non-contentious sides. He heads Reed Smith's Middle East offices and is strongly experienced in arbitrations and contractual construction mandates.

Sachin is an excellent lawyer in construction matters.

Sachin is excellent. He is very commercial, experienced and focused on key issues that drive the overall merits of the case. He has excellent instinct.

Sachin has some of the best client relationship skills in the whole of the Middle East. He also produces an extremely high quality of work. He would come highly recommended by me.

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United Arab Emirates

Construction: Dispute Resolution

Michelle Nelson
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Michelle Nelson
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Band 1
Sachin Kerur
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Sachin Kerur
3
Band 3
Construction: Non-contentious

Sachin Kerur
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Sachin Kerur
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Band 2