Litigation & International
Arbitration.
Barrister-led advocacy across the DIFC, ADGM and AIFC Courts and before DIAC, LCIA, ICC and GAFTA — with a published record of judgments, a ~99% success rate in contested litigation, and enforcement from Dubai to Delhi.
Emirates Legal's dispute resolution practice is the firm's cornerstone. With lead counsel experience in 29+ international arbitrations and a landmark $150 million DIFC Courts claim, our team handles high-stakes commercial disputes across multiple forums.
The following are our core areas of expertise in this sector:
Core Competencies
Commercial Litigation (DIFC, ADGM, AIFC, UAE Federal Courts)
Representation in complex commercial disputes across all major court systems.
International Arbitration (DIAC, ICC, SIAC, LCIA, ICSID)
29+ arbitrations led by our founding partner across major international institutions.
Enforcement of Foreign Judgments & Arbitral Awards
Cross-border enforcement under the New York Convention and bilateral treaties.
Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS)
Representing investors and states in claims under bilateral and multilateral investment treaties.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DIFC Courts and UAE federal courts?expand_more
The DIFC Courts are an independent common-law judicial system. UAE federal courts operate under the Civil Code. Emirates Legal is admitted to practice before both.
How are international arbitral awards enforced in the UAE?expand_more
The UAE is a signatory to the New York Convention. Foreign arbitral awards can be enforced through UAE federal courts or the DIFC Courts, which serve as a conduit jurisdiction.
Litigation & International Arbitration by Location
Access our litigation & international arbitration services across all 20 jurisdictions where Emirates Legal operates.