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Public International Law: The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Zahra Al-Rikabi is a noted up-and-coming barrister who frequently acts on behalf of states, international organisations and diplomats. She represents clients in diplomatic immunity, state jurisdiction and BIT disputes. Al-Rikabi's fluency in Arabic makes her a prime candidate for instructing solicitors seeking MENA expertise.
Strengths
Zahra has an extremely powerful intellect. She is a confident advocate who is capable of handling complex expert issues.
Zahra is a sharp and thorough junior. She is hardworking, personable and good at drafting and making the arguments.
Zahra grasps the complex legal issues quickly and is excellent in briefing the witnesses and experts.
Zahra has great judgement and is unflappable. She doesn't let the point get away from her. Her evidence and the arguments are well thought through.
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Zahra Al-Rikabi is a rising star in the field of international arbitration. She is sought after by investors for her investment treaty disputes expertise. Al-Rikabi's fluency in Arabic makes her a prime candidate for instructing solicitors seeking MENA expertise. She recently began accepting appointments as an arbitrator.
Strengths
Zahra is an excellent barrister on all counts. She could grasp the complex legal issues quickly, was excellent in briefing witnesses and experts, and also very measured in her advocacy at the hearing.
She has an extremely powerful intellect. Zahra is a confident advocate; she handles complex issues expertly.
Her evidence and arguments are so well thought through. She is unflappable.