Counsel to an international MEP subcontractor in a high-value construction dispute, defending against the abusive call on on-demand bonds by a Southeast Asian main contractor for a landmark Ministry of Interior development in the State of Qatar.
Representation of a local contracting company in urgent commercial proceedings before the Dubai Courts, securing the appointment of a specialized engineering expert to document project status, assess completion rates, and determine outstanding liabilities in a dispute with a regional investment management firm.
Advising a Middle Eastern developer on the legal implications of a court-appointed expert’s report evaluating a multi-million dirham construction contract termination, including the analysis of completion delays, defect liability periods, and final account reconciliation under UAE law.
Counsel to an international investment entity in defending against an urgent application for proof of status, arguing procedural compliance and navigating the intersection of summary jurisdiction and substantive rights in a complex construction dispute involving project handovers.
Representation of a UAE-based general contracting firm in urgent proceedings before the Abu Dhabi Urgent Matters Court to block the abusive liquidation of an AED 24.5 million performance bond related to an offshore oil field development project on Zirku Island.
Advising an international engineering and construction contractor on the wrongful termination of an EPC contract by a national oil company, invoking Article 417(2) of the UAE Commercial Transactions Law to attach the guarantee amount at a pan-Arab financial institution.
Counsel to a Middle Eastern infrastructure developer in a high-stakes dispute regarding the construction of contractor accommodation facilities, securing a judicial order to suspend bond encashment pending the resolution of substantive claims in arbitration.
Representation of a Middle Eastern steel manufacturing company in International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) arbitration proceedings seated in Abu Dhabi, defending against claims of automatic contract renewal and alleged breaches of a lease services agreement for workforce accommodation.
Advising a UAE-based industrial firm in an international arbitration dispute regarding the termination of a services agreement for a residential complex, involving complex arguments on notice periods, regulatory No Objection Certificates (NOCs), and reinstatement obligations under Abu Dhabi law.
Advising a Doha-based subcontractor on blocking the liquidation of bank guarantees held by a Malaysian main contractor for a Ministry of Interior headquarters project, invoking Article 141 of the Qatar Civil and Commercial Procedures Law.
