Dispute Resolution: The English Bar
Middle East-wide
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Tom Montagu-Smith KC
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Dispute Resolution: The English Bar - Middle East-wide
Band 1
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London-based Tom Montagu-Smith KC frequently acts as an advocate on behalf of international law firms (and their clients) in major commercial and construction disputes in the UAE, including many precedent-setting matters. He receives extremely high levels of praise from sources, who highlight his in-depth legal knowledge and powerful advocacy skills.
Offshore (Bar) - UK
Band 2
Individual Editorial
Tom Montagu-Smith KC is well regarded for his prowess in Dubai and the DIFC. He routinely receives instructions from banks and governments in substantial, multi-jurisdictional fraud, recovery and insolvency proceedings and claims.
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Band 4
Individual Editorial
Tom Montagu-Smith earns praise for his broad commercial international arbitration practice. He's a regular at the DIFC arbitration courts, having become a go-to counsel for international clients looking to conduct arbitrations pertaining to Middle Eastern projects.
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Tom is the go-to barrister for DIFC litigation. He is meticulously prepared, commercial and a brilliant lawyer with an unrivalled knowledge of DIFC law.
Dispute Resolution: The English BarChambers Global GuideTom Montagu-Smith really knows his stuff and is such a pleasure to deal with. He is top of the game in the DIFC Courts.
Dispute Resolution: The English BarChambers Global GuideTom is a standout superstar.
Dispute Resolution: The English BarChambers Global GuideTom has a massive brand name in the Middle East. He is really well known and respected by the judges of the DIFC Courts, and masterful when it comes to detail.
Dispute Resolution: The English BarChambers Global GuideTom has the ear of the court, is an effective advocate and presses points effectively and appropriately.
Offshore (Bar)Chambers Global GuideTom is outstanding and a go-to for anything related to an injunction. He's seen everything before and knows exactly what the judge needs to hear.
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