Middle East - United Arab Emirates
Fenwick Elliott LLP
Recommended by clients as ‘specialists with extensive and specific experience in construction disputes’, Fenwick Elliott LLP counts architects, contractors, and public sector entities on its client roster. On the non-contentious side, the practice also advises clients on contract documentation, negotiation, and risk management, as well as procurement strategy. ’Great leader’ Patrick Stone oversees the team and specialises in international arbitration, while Leonie Sellers is described as ‘a great addition to the team’. Gilbert Hakim is also noted as a ’practical construction specialist’.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Fenwick Elliott is special because its lawyers really understand the construction world. It is great at solving problems and know all about building contracts.’
- ‘All the lawyers in the team, from junior to partner understand the intricacies of construction arbitration.’
- ‘The practice stands out for its exceptional ability to collaborate effectively, its deep legal understanding, and its commitment to meaningful one-on-one discussions with clients.’
- ‘Construction specialists with extensive and specific experience in construction disputes. The team is extremely hard working and has strong legal and technical knowledge based upon extensive experience.’
- ‘Patrick Stone is a great leader that combines his experience with a talented team of senior and junior associates.’
- ‘Gilbert Hakim is a very practical construction specialist, and Leonie Sellers has been a great addition to the team.’
- ‘Patrick Stone and Gilbert Hakim have been especially helpful. They explain things clearly and work hard to solve problems.’
- ‘Leonie Sellers always provides well thought out, sensible, and no-nonsense advice. She is nice, personable, and has a strong character.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Patrick Stone