LAWYER PROFILE
Ali El Maoula

Ali El Maoula

Global 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Dispute Resolution: Domestic: Without Rights of Audience

United Arab Emirates

2 years ranked

Corporate & Finance

Lebanon

3 years ranked

About

Provided by Al Naqbi & Partners (in association with HNS Legal)

Global

Practice Areas

• Dispute Resolution

• Civil and Commercial Litigation

• Real Estate and Construction Law

• Corporate Law • Intellectual Property Law

• Fraud and Asset Recovery

Career

Ali El Maoula is a founding partner of HNS Legal, which later formed an association with Al Naqbi & Partners in the UAE. He now serves as the managing partner of Al Naqbi & Partners while maintaining his role at HNS Legal. Specializing in corporate finance and litigation, Ali has extensive experience in cross-border, multi-million-dollar transactions and comprehensive business law services.

With a proven track record, he has successfully represented public and private entities across Lebanon and the Arab region, handling complex legal matters with precision. His deep understanding of local and regional legal landscapes has been instrumental in guiding clients through market-entry strategies and foreign direct investment. Known for his strategic insight and commitment to achieving favorable outcomes, Ali is a trusted advisor in the industry.

Professional Memberships

• Member at the Beirut Bar Association

• Member at the International Bar Association

• Qualified Legal Consultant in the UAE

Personal

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-el-maoula-72641835/

Education

University College London

Master of laws (LLM)

2010 - 2011

Expert in these Jurisdictions

United Arab Emirates

Kingdom Saudi Arabia

Lebanon

Iraq

Languages Spoken

English

French

Arabic

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution: Domestic: Without Rights of Audience - United Arab Emirates

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Ali El Maoula is a Lebanese lawyer managing the Dubai office. He is capable of handling a wide range of disputes, including civil and commercial litigation as well as cases arising in the fields of technology, media and telecoms.

Corporate & Finance - Lebanon

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Ali El Maoula of Al Naqbi & Partners is a well-regarded lawyer who is best known for representing international clients in their entry into and operation within the Lebanese market. He often acts for entities in the TMT and food and beverage sectors.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Ali El Maoula is a very skilled litigator who also has very strong commercial acumen.

    Dispute Resolution: Domestic: Without Rights of AudienceChambers Global Guide
  • Ali takes a commercial and client-friendly approach and is readily available.

    Dispute Resolution: Domestic: Without Rights of AudienceChambers Global Guide
  • He provides a high level of service, demonstrating strong skills as a lawyer and a business manager.

    Dispute Resolution: Domestic: Without Rights of AudienceChambers Global Guide
  • Ali is very experienced and calm in the face of hostility.

    Dispute Resolution: Domestic: Without Rights of AudienceChambers Global Guide
  • Ali has great leadership skills coupled with legal sophistication, as well as good strategic and legal thinking.

    Dispute Resolution: Domestic: Without Rights of AudienceChambers Global Guide

Ranked Individuals at Al Naqbi & Partners (in association with HNS Legal) (2)

Lebanon

United Arab Emirates

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