Lauded for its ‘exceptionally pragmatic approach’, K&L Gates represents local and international corporations and individuals on international arbitration matters. Jonathan Sutcliffe co-leads the team with Jennifer Paterson, who is ’superb at analysing a legal problem and coming up with the solutions a client needs'.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Extremely knowledgeable, yet exceptionally pragmatic in its approach.’
  • ‘The team quickly identifies complex issues and facilitate pragmatic solutions. Its knowledge of the area of construction law is state-of-the-art.’
  • ‘The K&L Gates Dubai disputes team is very experienced in construction and infrastructure matters. They are professional, efficient, easy to work with, and deliver practical advice.’
  • ‘The KLG construction team in the UAE is outstanding, the skills from different areas are drawn together in a collegiate and highly effective way.’
  • ‘Jonathan Sutcliffe is a good strategist and well-versed in the intricacies of UAE construction work.’
  • ‘Jonathan Sutcliffe brings a great deal knowledge to the table. He is a very technically capable lawyer who is very intelligent and insightful.’
  • ‘Jennifer Patterson is a superb at analysing legal problems and coming up with the solutions a client needs.’
  • ‘Jennifer Paterson and Jonathan Sutcliffe are impressive lawyers with a real eye for detail.’

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The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jonathan Sutcliffe, Jennifer Paterson