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Global United Arab Emirates Dispute Resolution: Domestic

The work covers the full course of a dispute such as pre-trial negotiations, documentation and preparation for trial, summary judgement motions, trial, appeals and enforcement proceedings. Priority is given to mandates that result in litigation / alternative dispute resolution, rather than to advisory or preparatory work. The work should include commercial disputes, arbitration and white-collar crime (in some jurisdictions this is a separate section or subsection). In jurisdictions where there are also separate rankings for more specific areas of litigation (e.g. IP, construction etc.) work relating to these areas will be primarily considered in these more specific areas rather than in the general Dispute Resolution table.

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Band 1
  1. Al Tamimi & Company
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 1
  2. Hadef & Partners
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 1
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Band 2
  1. Alsuwaidi & Company
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    Alsuwaidi & Company
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Alsuwaidi & 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 Counsel
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    Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Global 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.
  3. Horizons & Co Law Firm
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    Horizons & Co Law Firm
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Horizons & 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.
  4. OGH Legal
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    OGH Legal
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
    OGH 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.
  5. Habib Al Mulla & Partners
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 2
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Band 3
  1. Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants
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    Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Galadari 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.
  2. Mahmood Hussain Advocates & Legal Consultancy
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    Mahmood Hussain Advocates & Legal Consultancy
    Dispute Resolution: Domestic
    2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Mahmood 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.