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James Abbott
Ranked in 2 Practice Areas
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Band 1

Dispute Resolution

United Arab Emirates

18 Years Ranked

3

Band 3

Corporate Compliance & Investigations

United Arab Emirates

3 Years Ranked

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Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution - United Arab Emirates

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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

3
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

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James has an excellent strategic approach.

Dispute Resolution respondent
Chambers 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 Resolution respondent
Chambers 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 Resolution respondent
Chambers Global Guide

James Abbott is really straightforward to deal with and very knowledgeable about the Middle East, particularly the DIFC.

Dispute Resolution respondent
Chambers 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 Resolution respondent
Chambers 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 & Investigations respondent
Chambers Global Guide

James understands how things work.

Corporate Compliance & Investigations respondent
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James Abbott is a very well-established and excellent thinker.

Corporate Compliance & Investigations respondent
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