Al Tamimi & Company is praised for its ‘well-balanced and supportive team’ with a ‘deep knowledge of Middle Eastern laws and practice’. The firm maintains an impressive client roster, including financial institutions, regional and international industry leaders, and government entities. Team head Hassan Arab leads a broad practice encompassing  commercial litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution. Co-head Mohamed Al Marzouqi stands out in banking, real estate, and IP disputes, while co-head Ahmed Allouz, known for his comprehensive disputes expertise, has a strong record in clinical negligence cases. Founder Essam Al Tamimi leverages over 30 years of experience to represent clients across litigation and arbitration. Naief Yahia is noted for his expertise in construction, commercial agency, and banking litigation.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Essam Al Tamimi brings unrivalled jurisdictional knowledge and expertise to all UAE law related matters. He remains a leader in the field and a strategic thinker particularly in transnational dispute resolution processes.'

  • ‘As well as Essam Al Tamimi's leadership and unrivalled experience, he is assisted by a young and emerging new generation of practitioners including Mohamed Gaber Abdelsabour. ’

  • ‘It was easy to reach them and discuss any urgent issues or concerns anytime. They took all measures to enhance our arguments by researching the case laws of other jurisdictions. Further, they tried to deliver work products on time.’

  • ‘A well balanced and supportive team. Always responsive. Glad to have them on my side for any litigation matters as I am confident of their thoroughness.’

  • ‘Hussain Almatrood. Exceptional lawyer and a wonderful problem solver. Always thinking ahead and around the issue. A very safe pair of hands. Highly recommend. ’

  • ‘Deep knowledge of the middle eastern laws and practice, accumulated experiences over the years.’

Key clients

  • General Mills
  • Mondelez
  • DU
  • China Harbour
  • Alderley
  • DP World Financial Services
  • DURO
  • GL Events PJSC
  • Al Khayyat Investments
  • Minor Hotels

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Practice head

Hassan Arab; Mohamed Al Marzouqi; Ahmed Allouz

Other key lawyers

Essam Al Tamimi; Naief Yahia