Hogan Lovells (United Arab Emirates) LLP has significantly bolstered its dispute resolution offering through the hire of King & Spalding LLP duo Randall Walker and Patrick McPherson in December 2022 and January 2023 respectively. Together, they sit as joint practice heads and serve a regional and global client roster in both onshore and offshore court cases as well as in a variety of international arbitration centres. Walker is well versed in banking and finance, shareholder, asset recovery and joint venture disputes, and McPherson is well regarded for his construction, infrastructure and energy specialisms.
Testimonials
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‘The team is amazing, especially Randall Walker. He is quite experienced in advising on the disputes and has advised to the fullest extent possible. The best part is his approach, which is at client's discretion, meaning thereby one can enjoy both business-oriented approach for settlements and minute details discussion for trials.’
‘Randall Walker is an experienced disputes lawyer with a detailed knowledge of the energy sector. He provides clear legal advice but is also commercial in his approach.’
‘Excellent team, led by Patrick McPherson. Great support provided by the whole team. ’
‘Patrick McPherson is an excellent partner. He is very strategic and will help you to understand the chance of success including obstacles to success. He will look at all aspects such as witness preparation, strengths and weaknesses of the case. One of the best partners I have worked with.’
Key clients
- The Fatima Group
- PakArab Fertilisers Ltd
- MidWest Fertilisers Ltd
- Brooge Petroleum and Gas Investment Company FZE
- Willis Towers Watson
Work highlights
- Acting for Watson Towers Willis and related Willis entities in claims brought against them by Al Futtaim.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Randall Walker, Patrick McPherson