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Sami Tannous
Ranked in 2 Practice Areas
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Band 1

Dispute Resolution

United Arab Emirates

7 Years Ranked

1

Band 1

Dispute Resolution

Middle East-wide

4 Years Ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Sami specialises in complex high-value international commercial arbitrations and investor-state arbitrations.

He has represented clients under all major arbitration rules, including the ICC, LCIA, DIFC-LCIA, ICSID, DIAC, SCC and UNCITRAL rules, with seats in London, Paris, Dubai, DIFC, Geneva, The Hague and Washington.

Sami has acted both as counsel and arbitrator in a broad range of disputes including in the oil and gas industry, real estate, construction, joint ventures and post-M&A disputes.

Sami is also admitted to practice before the courts of the Dubai International Financial Centre.

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Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution - Middle East-wide

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Band 1
Individual Editorial
Dubai-based Sami Tannous has a strong reputation for arbitration, particularly in construction and real estate matters. He also frequently represents clients in the technology and telecoms industries.
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Dispute Resolution - United Arab Emirates

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Band 1
Individual Editorial

Sami Tannous is well known for his strong track record in arbitration. He represents tech giants, telecoms companies and high net worth individuals in a broad range of cases.

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Strengths

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Sami Tannous does not get ruffled; he is experienced and intelligent.

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Sami is a thoughtful, effective advocate and lawyer.

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Sami Tannous is very clever and an excellent communicator - his advice is practical and clear.

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Sami is a thoughtful, effective advocate and lawyer.

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Sami has the understanding of the political and commercial dimensions of the region that clients need. He is efficient, hands-on and a joy to work with.

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Sami has an incredible intellect combined with a highly strategic mindset.

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Sami is a real business partner. He is very hands-on and pragmatic. He never gets lost in the legal issues.

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