Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates
Ranked Individuals
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Stephenson Harwood is noted for its growing commercial disputes practice in the Middle East. This team is active on a range of banking litigation and professional negligence claims against auditors, in addition to handling major white-collar fraud, commodities and shareholder disputes. It is highly experienced in the DIFC and ADGM Courts and is equally well versed in arbitration and contentious regulatory matters.
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Stephenson Harwood's disputes department is amazing.
Stephenson Harwood is great at giving strategic advice and the team is efficient.
The team at Stephenson Harwood offers clarity of advice, availability and an ability to handle sensitive matters in a discreet and timely manner at all times.
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John Lewis is a Dubai-based partner with a rising market profile. He acts for clients on both arbitration and DIFC litigation cases, and is especially noted for his work representing accountancy firms in professional negligence matters.
John Lewis gives great strategic advice and is efficient.
Mark Lakin handles an array of high-stakes disputes, including multiple matters representing clients in cases against government entities and regulatory bodies. His experience encompasses very high-profile white-collar fraud cases. He is also well known for his standout work in the field of shipping disputes.
Mark Lakin is an excellent lawyer.
Mark is an amazing partner. He is very attentive to the details.
Ryan Whelan is a rising star with an excellent reputation among his peers in the legal community. He is active on a range of enforcement proceedings and has further experience acting on contractual disputes. He recently joined Stephenson Harwood after leaving Akin.
Ryan is a highly impressive individual.
Ryan is really impressive. He is sharp, commercial and hard-working.
Ryan Whelan is an incredible lawyer. His pragmatic approach has the clients' needs at its core.
Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution
Global 2026
Practice area: Dispute Resolution
Location: Africa-wide
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