Department profile
Stephenson Harwood LLP

Insurance

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates


Stephenson Harwood LLP

Rankings

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Insurance - United Arab Emirates

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Stephenson Harwood's insurance and reinsurance group has experience assisting with policy wording and non-contentious matters, but is especially accomplished in insurance disputes. It is well versed in business interruption and liability claims and is also known for its specialism in marine insurance.

Work Highlights

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  • Stephenson Harwood represented Hapag-Lloyd Middle East Shipping in its appeal against a judgment issued in relation to a claim for damages to goods shipped from Dubai to Senegal.

Strengths

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  • Stephenson Harwood is specialised in highly complex matters, identifying the problem and its cause, its impacts and choosing the most optimal solution.

    Insurance respondentGlobal
  • We value Stephenson Harwood's pragmatic approach, and it is technically very sound in regard to legal interpretations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Mohamed El Hawawy
    Band 3Mohamed El Hawawy

    Mohamed El Hawawy

    Middle East head of shipping and insurance Mohamed El Hawawy is especially noted for his knowledge of marine insurance disputes, with further experience relating to life insurance and D&O matters.

Ranked Individuals at Stephenson Harwood LLP (1)

United Arab Emirates

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