LAWYER PROFILE

James Abbott

Global 2026

CMS (UAE) LLP

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Dispute Resolution

United Arab Emirates

18 years ranked

Corporate Compliance & Investigations

United Arab Emirates

3 years ranked

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution - United Arab Emirates

Band 1

Individual Editorial

James Abbott of CMS is a leading name for DIFC litigation. His broad practice sees him acting on financial services disputes, insolvency proceedings and corporate investigations, as well as representing accountancy firms in professional negligence claims.

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Corporate Compliance & Investigations - United Arab Emirates

Band 3

Individual Editorial

James Abbott of CMS receives strong praise for his experience in matters relating to money laundering, fraud and workplace investigations. Operating out of Dubai, the core of his client base comprises significant banks and private equity investors. He is also well placed to advise on the extraterritorial application of UAE anti-bribery laws.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

James has an excellent strategic approach.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
James is the best litigator in Dubai - extremely smart, strategic and professional. He thinks outside the box and provides excellent advice, with unrivalled knowledge and experience.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
James and his team are trusted solicitors for our litigation work in Dubai. They are timely, responsive and possess strong knowledge of the local legal landscape.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
James Abbott is really straightforward to deal with and very knowledgeable about the Middle East, particularly the DIFC.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
He is very good. He has that ability to explain legal concepts to non-lawyers very easily, breaking things down and focusing on what's important.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
James is commercially minded and extremely responsive. His ability to deliver prompt advice and effective results has led us to trust his team.
Corporate Compliance & InvestigationsChambers Global Guide