Intellectual Property
Global Guide 2024 : United Arab Emirates
Band 1
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Leading regional law firm Al Tamimi maintains an exceptional IP practice in Dubai, which has recently grown following internal promotions. It is held in high regard for its strength in trade mark, copyright and patent disputes, and is also sought after by clients to coordinate the management of regional portfolios. Further, the firm is strong in IP-related commercial contract work, such as licensing and franchising. The team represents international technology and telecoms players, as well as clients from the pharmaceutical, engineering and education sectors.
Work Highlights
- Al Tamimi's Dubai office advised FIFA on the IP aspects of the 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar, including with regard to its brand protection programme and related ticketing rights.
Strengths
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"The Al Tamimi team is very efficient. They handle complex matters with ease, because they are not shy to ask questions, and they have a thorough understanding about the work that needs to be completed."
"Their biggest strengths are their regional presence, and of course having experts in various fields."
"The Al Tamimi team is very efficient. They handle complex matters with ease, because they are not shy to ask questions, and they have a thorough understanding about the work that needs to be completed."
"Their biggest strengths are their regional presence, and of course having experts in various fields."
Notable Practitioners
Department head Omar Obeidat handles both contentious and non-contentious matters, advising on issues ranging from registration and enforcement to legislation and policy. Clients frequently seek his advice in relation to novel IP issues arising within the technology and media spheres. In addition to his IP practice he is also increasingly active on competition work.
Ahmad Saleh is a prolific patents lawyer with a wealth of experience concerning filing, prosecution and disputes stemming from instances of patent infringement. Key clients include educational establishments and big-name pharma companies.
"Ahmad Saleh is a fantastic patent lawyer. He is an extremely helpful and good lawyer who is great at knowledge sharing."