Hadef & Partners LLC is a market-leader in local litigation and has an impressive track record handling a host of disputes. The group has specialist expertise in engineering and construction, transport, trade and maritime disputes, and has overseen a number of substantial fraud and asset recovery cases over the past twelve months. The practice is jointly led by Abdulrahman Juma, who represents multinational corporations and UAE governments entities and Walid Azzam, who is highly regarded for local and international financial crime proceedings. Omar Al Heloo plays a key role on white-collar crime and fraud-related matters and senior legal consultant Rami Obeid has been a crucial supporting presence across a range of cases. Matthew Page left the firm in 2023.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Hadef have market-leading experience of the local courts and knowledge of UAE law. This gives them the edge over many competitors in the international arbitration market because they provide clients with an all-round service from advice, to arbitration, to enforcement of awards - and all the local skirmishes in between. They have excellent lawyers with unrivalled understanding of the local market.’

  • ‘Litigation partner Walid Azzam has time and again proved that responsiveness and legal expertise at the highest levels of a law firm are readily attainable. Walid is constantly reachable and his legal knowledge impresses even the most seasoned litigators in the market. ’

  • ‘Hadef & Partners stands out due to their swift turnaround times and personalized service. Their dedication to understanding the unique needs of their client, rather than adopting one approach, is what differentiates them from other firms. Hadef & Partners adopts a collaborative approach. They often co-work with other departments and specialists from other sectors (e.g. industry consultants and experts) to ensure that their client's needs are met.’

  • ‘Walid's understanding of the UAE legal system, coupled with his strategic advice, has been instrumental in our litigation strategies. Walid's methods are tailored to each case's facts and circumstances. This approach has led to innovative strategies in complex situations.'

  • ‘Hadef & Partners' team is a top-tier choice for arbitration and dispute resolution. Their expert team delivered strategic and effective solutions with a successful outcome. Their in-depth legal knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to clients set them apart. With a client-centered approach, they provide tailored counsel and consistently exceed expectations.'

  • ‘Rami Obeid provided exceptional legal advice for my arbitration case. His deep expertise and strategic guidance was instrumental in achieving a favorable resolution. He was responsive, attentive, and always available to address my concerns. His professionalism and dedication made the arbitration process smooth and successful. I highly recommend Rami for any arbitration matter.’

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Abdulrahman Juma, Walid Azzam

Other key lawyers

Omar Al Heloo, Rami Obeid