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James Willn
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James Willn
Ranked in 2 Practice Areas
3

Band 3

Corporate Compliance & Investigations

United Arab Emirates

2 Years Ranked

5

Band 5

Dispute Resolution

United Arab Emirates

7 Years Ranked

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Corporate Compliance & Investigations - United Arab Emirates

3
Band 3
Individual Editorial

James Willn is a well-known disputes lawyer in Reed Smith's UAE team. Drawing upon his experience in the arbitration and asset-tracing arena, he frequently advises clients on sanctions-related issues, with specific experience in proceedings relating to the alleged violation of sanctions on Russia. He acts for a variety of high-profile clients operating in sectors such as energy and transportation.

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Dispute Resolution - United Arab Emirates

5
Band 5
Individual Editorial
James Willn has a wide range of experience covering matters as diverse as cryptocurrency disputes as well as sanctions-related cases. He is well versed in representing clients in arbitration proceedings conducted under a variety of institutional rules.
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James Willn is aways available and we receive excellent advice from him.

Corporate Compliance & Investigations respondent
Chambers Global Guide

James knows his business, his local market and his clients intimately, which makes him a great lawyer.

Corporate Compliance & Investigations respondent
Chambers Global Guide

James Willn is very solid in his advice, quick to respond and very commercial in his approach.

Corporate Compliance & Investigations respondent
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James Willn is extremely knowledgeable, commercial and communicative.

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Chambers Global Guide

James Willn is an amazing lawyer. He demonstrates dedication to the cases, hard work and a sense of detail and understanding of his clients' needs.

Dispute Resolution respondent
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