Ranking tables
Global United Arab Emirates Dispute Resolution: Domestic
Rankings overview for Departments
Band 1
- Al Tamimi & Company
- Hadef & Partners
Band 2
Senior Statespeople
- Essam Al Tamimi
- Habib Al Mulla
Eminent Practitioners
- Hassan Arab
Band 1
- Ali Al Hashimi Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel12 Years Ranked
- Abdulrahman Juma
Band 2
Band 3
Associates to watch
- Ghalib Mahmoud
All Departments profiles
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2 Alsuwaidi & CompanyDispute Resolution: Domestic2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedAlsuwaidi & Company's litigation group is licensed to operate in all the UAE courts, including the federal and DIFC Courts, as well as the Dubai judicial system up to and including the Court of Cassation. The team is particularly noted for its ability in cases involving the governments of the UAE and is equally well versed in financial, insurance and maritime disputes. It also possesses a noteworthy white-collar crime practice with expertise in commercial fraud claims, and retains experts in employment, oil and gas and medical negligence disputes.2 Global Advocacy and Legal CounselDispute Resolution: Domestic2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedGlobal Advocacy is a prominent UAE law firm which is frequently cited by internationals as a preferred choice of local counsel. The team has a growing presence in the DIFC Courts and is already a very visible presence in other courts across the UAE. It is also acknowledged for its activity in both Arabic and English-language arbitration, within domestic and international forums. The firm is regularly active on construction and banking disputes, particularly those with Shari'a elements.2 Horizons & Co Law FirmDispute Resolution: Domestic2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedHorizons & Co is an established Emirati law firm with a well-attested presence in the local courts. It is a popular choice for international counsel seeking local disputes expertise, and is noted for its growing bench of litigators in both the local and DIFC courts. The firm has strong experience in banking and construction contract disputes, including with regard to arbitral award enforcement. It also frequently acts on maritime and real estate matters.2 OGH LegalDispute Resolution: Domestic2023 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedOGH Legal is an established law firm composed of experienced and senior lawyers with expertise in both local litigation and arbitration. The firm is active in disputes arising from oil and gas projects. It also has a vibrant financial disputes practice and includes notable sovereign wealth funds among its clientele.
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3 Galadari Advocates & Legal ConsultantsDispute Resolution: Domestic2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedGaladari Advocates is an established Emirati law firm which continues to be recommended for its abilities in the local courts. It is marked out for its strong experience in finance and white-collar fraud cases, and benefits from a team of local and internationally qualified lawyers with strong expertise in the construction, real estate and energy sectors. In addition to its litigation work, the firm offers notable experience in international arbitration and continues to be sought out by governments, high net worth individuals and both construction and insurance companies.3 Mahmood Hussain Advocates & Legal ConsultancyDispute Resolution: Domestic2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedMahmood Hussain Advocates is a respected law firm gaining commendations for its litigation and domestic arbitration expertise. It has strong experience in litigation cases conducted in parallel to arbitration. The team often acts for noteworthy clients in the real estate, banking, hospitality and healthcare sectors, as well as assisting international law firms as local counsel.