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Chambers Review

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Construction - United Arab Emirates
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

Herbert Smith Freehills offers a dynamic construction team in Dubai, whose practice is aided by the firm's robust global footprint. The team is highlighted for its construction arbitration expertise as well as its cross-border activity. Its lawyers act for a wide variety of high-profile real estate developers, energy companies and utilities providers. The firm also has particular experience executing a range of contractual work for clients in the oil and gas sector.

Strengths

"The practice group is excellent and I am really impressed with how they manage the dispute collaboratively by utilising resources from multiple global locations. They are quick to respond and always offer proactive and positive solutions to issues that arise."

"Herbert Smith Freehills is extremely good at handling complex and sophisticated matters. They are extremely responsive and reliable."

"The team at HSF has an excellent knowledge of construction in the region, and always responds quickly and efficiently on complex and sophisticated projects. The advice is always reliable and accurate and we have confidence in their knowledge and advice."

"HSF are very hands-on and proactive in dealing with all aspects of the dispute, working well with experts and clients to provide a well-managed and effective outcome. They are highly responsive."

Notable practitioners

Nick Oury leads the firm's regional contentious construction practice from Dubai and is widely recognised for his skills in arbitration. His clients include international oil and gas companies. "Nick is a highly capable and experienced practitioner, and is also always very approachable to clients and colleagues alike. As an arbitration specialist he is not only in an elite field, but is also a joy to work with." "Nick is very hands-on in managing the case from start to finish." "Nick Oury is a very smart lawyer. The added value that he brings to the firm is strong."

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