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Dispute Resolution: Domestic

United Arab Emirates

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Abdulla Al Roken is a Senior Advocate in the Dispute Resolution Department at ADG Legal’s Dubai office. As an Emirati Lawyer, Abdulla possesses a wealth of experience and expertise, making him a trusted advocate before courts of all levels. His practice also extends to active participation in arbitrations and litigation cases reviewed by courts in the financial free zones of the UAE, notably the ADGM and DIFC.

Abdulla holds a Master’s degree in Public Law from the University of Sharjah and graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Law from the United Arab Emirates University. Prior to joining ADG Legal, he served in the Dubai Government as a Legal Officer and later practiced law as a licensed Advocate in Dubai.

During his time as a law student, Abdulla demonstrated his leadership qualities by serving as the President and Founding Member of the United Arab Emirates University Legal Clinic. Additionally, he held the position of Vice President of the United Arab Emirates University Law Students’ Association, showcasing his dedication to legal education and student advocacy. He also participated in several international, regional, and national moot court competitions.

Abdulla is an active member of the International Chamber of Commerce-UAE Branch (ICC UAE) and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb). He is also part of the UAE delegation to the ICC Global Commission on Arbitration and ADR. His expertise also extends to serving as an arbitrator in the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) and as lead and supporting counsel in various domestic and international arbitrations.

Fluent in Arabic, Abdulla is not only a native speaker but also highly proficient in spoken and written English, enabling him to effectively navigate legal nuances in both languages.

Languages Spoken

Arabic

English

Awards

Nominated for Young Lawyer of the Year

ALB Middle East Law Awards

2024

Leading Associate - Dispute Resolution: Local Litigation - United Arab Emirates

Legal500

2025

Up and Coming: Dispute Resolution: Domestic - United Arab Emirates

Chambers and Partners

2025

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

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Abdulla Al Roken has growing market recognition for his work representing clients at all levels of the UAE's court system. He has considerable experience handling large-scale investment disputes.

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