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Prateek is a partner at Singularity Legal. He holds an LL.M in International Disputes Settlement from MIDS, a course jointly organised by University of Geneva and Graduate Institute. He is licensed to plead before courts in India and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Prateek has rights of audience before the DIFC courts, Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), and the Singapore International Commercial Court (SICC). He specialises in advising energy & resources, construction & infrastructure, shipping & trade companies and institutional investors in shareholder and joint venture disputes, operational disputes and sovereign disputes.
His range of experience includes advising clients in international arbitrations under various rules like ICC, SIAC, LCIA, DIAC, ICDR, FCC, LMAA, JAMS, CAS and UNCITRAL and in cross-border disputes before courts in India, Indonesia, Israel, Singapore, Turkey, Mauritius, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and United States of America; and in investment and tax treaty disputes. He also acts as a strategic counsel in cross-border investments, joint venture and trade deals. He has a passion for advising on law governing radical technologies and businesses.
His clients have expressed positive feedback:
(a) "Prateek is a client-oriented lawyer who brings a good breadth of knowledge of the South Asia and Middle East regions." – Testimonial given to Chambers & Partners Global Guide 2024
(b) "He is one of the best I have come across and he is still very young. A brilliant lawyer." – Testimonial given to Chambers & Partners Asia Pacific Guide 2025
(c) "Prateek is very well connected, easy to work with and is always available to his clients"
"He is one of the greats in arbitration"
(d) "As a client, I appreciate his explanation skills and the solutions he provides" - Testimonials given to Lexology Index 2024
(e) “Prateek Bagaria leads an exceptional up and coming team with a commercial and highly strategic approach to complex international disputes. One of the best international disputes offerings in India.” - Mr. Tom Glasgow, CIO (Asia) of Omni Bridgeway
India, Indonesia, Israel, Singapore, Turkey, Mauritius, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and United States of America
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Prateek Bagaria handles a wide range of commercial arbitration and litigation. He has a notable energy and infrastructure practice and often assists with cases before Indian and Singaporean courts. Of late, he has been involved in sports disputes advising athletes in cases regarding anti-doping tests within competitions.
Provided by Chambers
He is very pro-client and understands our commercial needs, pushing them as far as possible within ethical boundaries.
He is very pro-client and understands our commercial needs, pushing them as far as possible within ethical boundaries.
24 items provided by Singularity Legal
THE LAST 365 DAYS IN THE DIFC COURTS
This paper serves as a one-stop consolidation of the year’s key developments across the DIFC judicial landscape. It brings together the insights explored in our earlier papers while extending the discussion to the Courts’ new laws & institutional reforms, jurisprudential developments......
The Evolving Landscape of Freestanding Injunctions in the DIFC
This paper explores the pivotal developments that have framed the DIFC Courts’ injunctive landscape over the past year.
Untangling Conflict of Jurisdiction between DIFC and Onshore Courts
This paper traces how Dubai’s dual-court system progression toward judicial comity and coordination over the past year. A key step in transforming the jurisdictional conflict mechanism was the replacement of the Joint Judicial Committee with the Conflict of Jurisdictions Tribunal.
The Act of State Doctrine and the DIFC’s Turn Toward Transnational Common Law
As part of Singularity’s experttalk initiative, we are pleased to present an Insight into THE ACT OF STATE DOCTRINE AND THE DIFC’S TURN TOWARD TRANSNATIONAL COMMON LAW. This continues our five-part series on the litigation framework in the DIFC over the last 365 days, in the run up to the DAW 2025.
JAL 2.0: The DIFC Courts Reboot
This paper is the first of a five-part series on the litigation framework in the DIFC over the last 365 days, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2025. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion on The Litigation Framework in the DIFC- The Last 365 Days on 10 November 2025.
Supreme Court Clarifies Scope of Judicial Interference Under Sections 34 & 37 of the Arbitration Act
In this alert, we analyse the Apex Court’s significant decision addressing the extent to which Indian courts may intervene in arbitral awards under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (“Act”).
Singularity Elevates Middle East Presence
Singularity Legal is pleased to announce the relocation of Natasha Kavalakkat, Managing Counsel, to its Dubai office as part of the firm’s strategic expansion in the Middle East.
A bankruptcy petition cannot be presented on the basis of an unrecognised foreign judgement
In this Alert, we have analyzed the recent decision of the UK Court of Appeal’s in "Servis-Terminal LLC v. Valeriy Ernestovich Drelle" , which clarifies that a bankruptcy petition cannot be based on an unrecognised foreign judgment.
Examining the Nuances of Contrasting Dispute Resolution Mechanisms Within the Same Agreement
This case interprets and construes seemingly two arbitration clauses within the same agreement, one providing a mandatory route and the other providing a permissive route. It highlights the importance of ensuring that dispute resolution clauses are drafted carefully.
Key Amendments In The Source And Interpretation Of DIFC Laws
The DIFC amended its Application Law to clarify the use of “DIFC Law,” now defined as statutory provisions and court decisions. Courts can reference common law, including English and other jurisdictions, and international model laws for interpretation.
Lexology recognizes Prateek Bagaria for his Arbitration & Commercial Litigation practise
We are proud to share that our Partner, Prateek Bagaria has been recognized as a Future Leader in Arbitration and recommended for his Commercial Litigation practice by Lexology Index in it’s ‘Commercial Litigation-Future Leaders-Partners’ index ranking for 2024.
DAW 2024: Litigation framework in the DIFC and its implications for global enforcement and recovery
Singularity is hosting a comprehensive 90 minute panel discussion on litigation framework in the DIFC and its implications for global enforcement and recovery strategies on 11 November, 2024 the opening day of the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024.
Enforcing against sovereigns in the DIFC : Navigating Immunity and Sanctions
This paper is the fourth of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-a
Enforcement of Russian judgments under the Lugovoy Law in the DIFC
This paper is the sixth of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-an
Remedies available in local courts on enforcement orders and judgements of the DIFC courts
This paper is the fifth of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-an
Obtaining worldwide freezing orders in the DIFC: Freestanding and in aid of enforcement
This paper is the fourth of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-a
Enforcing interim measures in the DIFC
This paper is the third of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-an
DIFC Courts as a conduit for enforcement within and outside the UAE
This paper is the second of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-a
Remedies for non-compliance with non-money judgments: A Closer Look at Committal and Sequestration
This paper is the first of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion on the litigation framework in the DIFC and its implications for global enforcement and re
Demystifying the digital asset dispute resolution landscape
The webinar will explore best practices and solutions for resolving issues related to digital assets including cryptocurrencies, NFTs, DeFi, metaverse, and stablecoins. This discussion will involve an insightful overview of the latest issues, trends and jurisprudence relating to the these assets.
Demystifying the digital asset dispute resolution landscape
The webinar will explore best practices and solutions for resolving issues related to digital assets including cryptocurrencies, NFTs, DeFi, metaverse, and stablecoins. This discussion will involve an insightful overview of the latest issues, trends and jurisprudence relating to the these assets.
Demystifying the digital asset dispute resolution landscape
The webinar will explore best practices and solutions for resolving issues related to digital assets including cryptocurrencies, NFTs, DeFi, metaverse, and stablecoins. This discussion will involve an insightful overview of the latest issues, trends and jurisprudence relating to the these assets.
Singularity sets-up shop in the Middle East
Singularity sets-up shop in the Middle East, Bringing Innovative Legal Services and International Dispute Resolution Expertise to the Region
Singularity sets-up shop in the Middle East
Singularity sets-up shop in the Middle East, Bringing Innovative Legal Services and International Dispute Resolution Expertise to the Region
THE LAST 365 DAYS IN THE DIFC COURTS
This paper serves as a one-stop consolidation of the year’s key developments across the DIFC judicial landscape. It brings together the insights explored in our earlier papers while extending the discussion to the Courts’ new laws & institutional reforms, jurisprudential developments......
The Evolving Landscape of Freestanding Injunctions in the DIFC
This paper explores the pivotal developments that have framed the DIFC Courts’ injunctive landscape over the past year.
Untangling Conflict of Jurisdiction between DIFC and Onshore Courts
This paper traces how Dubai’s dual-court system progression toward judicial comity and coordination over the past year. A key step in transforming the jurisdictional conflict mechanism was the replacement of the Joint Judicial Committee with the Conflict of Jurisdictions Tribunal.
The Act of State Doctrine and the DIFC’s Turn Toward Transnational Common Law
As part of Singularity’s experttalk initiative, we are pleased to present an Insight into THE ACT OF STATE DOCTRINE AND THE DIFC’S TURN TOWARD TRANSNATIONAL COMMON LAW. This continues our five-part series on the litigation framework in the DIFC over the last 365 days, in the run up to the DAW 2025.
JAL 2.0: The DIFC Courts Reboot
This paper is the first of a five-part series on the litigation framework in the DIFC over the last 365 days, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2025. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion on The Litigation Framework in the DIFC- The Last 365 Days on 10 November 2025.
Supreme Court Clarifies Scope of Judicial Interference Under Sections 34 & 37 of the Arbitration Act
In this alert, we analyse the Apex Court’s significant decision addressing the extent to which Indian courts may intervene in arbitral awards under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (“Act”).
Singularity Elevates Middle East Presence
Singularity Legal is pleased to announce the relocation of Natasha Kavalakkat, Managing Counsel, to its Dubai office as part of the firm’s strategic expansion in the Middle East.
A bankruptcy petition cannot be presented on the basis of an unrecognised foreign judgement
In this Alert, we have analyzed the recent decision of the UK Court of Appeal’s in "Servis-Terminal LLC v. Valeriy Ernestovich Drelle" , which clarifies that a bankruptcy petition cannot be based on an unrecognised foreign judgment.
Examining the Nuances of Contrasting Dispute Resolution Mechanisms Within the Same Agreement
This case interprets and construes seemingly two arbitration clauses within the same agreement, one providing a mandatory route and the other providing a permissive route. It highlights the importance of ensuring that dispute resolution clauses are drafted carefully.
Key Amendments In The Source And Interpretation Of DIFC Laws
The DIFC amended its Application Law to clarify the use of “DIFC Law,” now defined as statutory provisions and court decisions. Courts can reference common law, including English and other jurisdictions, and international model laws for interpretation.
Lexology recognizes Prateek Bagaria for his Arbitration & Commercial Litigation practise
We are proud to share that our Partner, Prateek Bagaria has been recognized as a Future Leader in Arbitration and recommended for his Commercial Litigation practice by Lexology Index in it’s ‘Commercial Litigation-Future Leaders-Partners’ index ranking for 2024.
DAW 2024: Litigation framework in the DIFC and its implications for global enforcement and recovery
Singularity is hosting a comprehensive 90 minute panel discussion on litigation framework in the DIFC and its implications for global enforcement and recovery strategies on 11 November, 2024 the opening day of the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024.
Enforcing against sovereigns in the DIFC : Navigating Immunity and Sanctions
This paper is the fourth of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-a
Enforcement of Russian judgments under the Lugovoy Law in the DIFC
This paper is the sixth of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-an
Remedies available in local courts on enforcement orders and judgements of the DIFC courts
This paper is the fifth of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-an
Obtaining worldwide freezing orders in the DIFC: Freestanding and in aid of enforcement
This paper is the fourth of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-a
Enforcing interim measures in the DIFC
This paper is the third of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-an
DIFC Courts as a conduit for enforcement within and outside the UAE
This paper is the second of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion: https://www.singularitylegal.com/expert-talk/daw-2024-litigation-framework-in-the-difc-a
Remedies for non-compliance with non-money judgments: A Closer Look at Committal and Sequestration
This paper is the first of a seven-part series on DIFC litigation and global enforcement & recovery, in the run up to the Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. To find out more, please register for the panel discussion on the litigation framework in the DIFC and its implications for global enforcement and re
Demystifying the digital asset dispute resolution landscape
The webinar will explore best practices and solutions for resolving issues related to digital assets including cryptocurrencies, NFTs, DeFi, metaverse, and stablecoins. This discussion will involve an insightful overview of the latest issues, trends and jurisprudence relating to the these assets.
Demystifying the digital asset dispute resolution landscape
The webinar will explore best practices and solutions for resolving issues related to digital assets including cryptocurrencies, NFTs, DeFi, metaverse, and stablecoins. This discussion will involve an insightful overview of the latest issues, trends and jurisprudence relating to the these assets.
Demystifying the digital asset dispute resolution landscape
The webinar will explore best practices and solutions for resolving issues related to digital assets including cryptocurrencies, NFTs, DeFi, metaverse, and stablecoins. This discussion will involve an insightful overview of the latest issues, trends and jurisprudence relating to the these assets.
Singularity sets-up shop in the Middle East
Singularity sets-up shop in the Middle East, Bringing Innovative Legal Services and International Dispute Resolution Expertise to the Region
Singularity sets-up shop in the Middle East
Singularity sets-up shop in the Middle East, Bringing Innovative Legal Services and International Dispute Resolution Expertise to the Region