JUNIOR PROFILE

Stephen Doherty

Global 2026

 Serle Court

Ranked in 3 practice areas

Dispute Resolution: The English Bar

Middle East-wide

International Arbitration - The English Bar

Global Market Leaders

Dispute Resolution: Commercial

UK

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Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution: The English Bar - Middle East-wide

Band 2
Individual Editorial

Stephen Doherty has a strong UAE-focused practice which covers arbitration, regulatory investigations and litigation within the courts of the DIFC and ADGM. He recently joined Serle Court after leaving Outer Temple Chambers.

Strengths

Clients appreciate his pragmatism and commerciality; no job is ever too big or too small. He is the epitome of the modern Bar.

He is very meticulous.

Stephen Doherty consistently provides clear, strategic advice on complex cross-border disputes and demonstrates exceptional commercial awareness.

Stephen's deep understanding of Middle Eastern legal nuances and his ability to navigate enforcement challenges make him a standout in this field.

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International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Stephen Doherty earns plaudits for his deep arbitration expertise. He is a considered a go-to junior for disputes concerning Middle Eastern parties. He has acted, often as sole counsel, for clients in DIAC, ADCCAC and DIFC-LCIA arbitrations, in addition to ICC and LCIA proceedings. His areas of particular strength include financial services, construction and infrastructure projects, and general commercial litigation, including arbitration-related challenges and appeals.

Strengths

Stephen demonstrates exceptional strategic thinking and advocacy in complex international arbitrations.

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Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK

Band 6
Strengths

Stephen Doherty is very easy to work with and very commercial. I find him to be excellent - he matches and often surpasses the KCs he works with.

In every aspect, Stephen has provided us with an advantage over our opponent, from availability and comprehension of the key legal turning points to case preparation and delivery at trial.

Stephen Doherty is an excellent advocate who has committed to the DIFC region. His cross-examination is something to behold - he dominates.

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Middle East-wide

UK

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