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A curated archive of over 500 of our recent mandates.
Drawn from our archive of over 500 recent representations, this case study highlights our specific expertise in Global Arbitration.
This mandate addresses complex challenges involving Commercial & Sectoral Arbitration.
The representation required a highly specialized approach to Aviation & Transport.
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- Service: Global Arbitration
- Area: Commercial & Sectoral Arbitration
- Focus: Aviation & Transport
Selected Mandate
Counsel to a maritime engineering firm in executing a domestic arbitration award, navigating complex appellate litigation involving the Sharjah Federal Court of Appeal and ensuring compliance with notification protocols for corporate entities.
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Commercial DevelopmentConstruction & EngineeringGlobal Arbitration
Advising an international construction firm on the validity of dispute resolution mechanisms in a Letter of Intent, analyzing the conflict between expert determination, FIDIC arbitration clauses, and local court jurisdiction under Qatari law.
Fiscal Policy & Tax ControversyIndirect & Direct Tax DisputesSensitive Geopolicy
Judicial review proceedings challenging the imposition of AED 18.8 million in VAT and penalties, arguing against the retrospective application of tax liabilities to free-of-charge inter-governmental supplies mandated by local legislation.
Cross-Border Fraud & Asset TracingMajor LitigationWhite Collar, Fraud & Investigation
Representing a foreign entity in navigating U.S. judicial assistance procedures under Section 1782, facilitating the acquisition of banking records from correspondent banks to bolster state prosecution efforts against individuals accused of public fund misappropriation.
Digital & Cryptocurrency LitigationMajor LitigationWhite Collar, Fraud & Investigation
Representation of a European digital artist in high-stakes intellectual property litigation before the Dubai Courts, claiming copyright infringement and unpaid royalties against a RAK-based technology company and its Dubai subsidiary regarding a collection of 8,888 non-fungible tokens.
Commercial DevelopmentConstruction & EngineeringGlobal Arbitration
Representation of a Luxembourg-based foundation in a complex construction dispute regarding a high-end residential project in Dubai, involving a AED 5.3 million claim for delay damages, unapproved variations, and the recovery of costs for third-party remedial works.
Critical TransactionsPrivate Wealth & Family OfficeSuccession & Family Business
Advising a UK-based law firm on the corporate governance structure of a Middle Eastern family trust, specifically regarding the engagement of a Board Secretary for an Abu Dhabi Global Market Restricted Scope Company under English Common Law principles.
Corporate Governance & M&ACritical TransactionsStrategic Governance
Provision of due diligence to a tobacco manufacturer on licensing issues arising from novel health licensing regulations.
Asset ProtectionCritical TransactionsPrivate Wealth & Family Office
Counsel to a prominent Gulf family on establishing a ‘confidentiality shell’ for their Private Trust Company, utilizing UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 31/2021 (Crimes and Penalties Law) and the English Trustee Act 2000 to secure sensitive board operations.
Banking & Financial InstrumentsComplex Commercial & Corporate DisputesMajor Litigation
Representing a UAE holding company in cassation proceedings before Abu Dhabi courts to challenge the enforcement of a New York ICC arbitration award, raising public policy defenses regarding the signature of the award and procedural irregularities.
Corporate Governance & M&ACritical TransactionsStrategic Governance