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

Pinsent Masons maintains a strong global reputation as a go-to construction law firm, but its Dubai team is also active on general commercial disputes, including high-profile cross-border actions. The firm has noteworthy expertise in tax cases, and also provides a variety of regulatory and compliance advice in relation to anti-corruption, white-collar fraud and other corporate crime matters.

Work Highlights

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  • A Pinsent Masons team jointly led from Dubai, London and Doha represented Qatar Airways in litigation against Airbus concerning an alleged defect in the design of its A350 aircraft.

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Notable Practitioners

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Damian Crosse
3
Band 3

Damian Crosse heads Pinsent Masons' Middle East commercial litigation and compliance team out of Dubai. He advises a number of high-profile clients operating in sectors such as financial services, real estate and technology.

"Damian Crosse pursues his clients’ interests passionately, while at the same time providing thoughtful and practical commercial advice. He is very accessible, with an ability to explain complex issues in an easy-to-understand manner. He is a highly effective and respected negotiator."

"Damian Crosse provides quality service and advice, as well as good value for money."

"He can coordinate with different parties, bring international experience on board and ensure anything locally is aligned globally."

"In litigation, you need a lawyer who can think outside the box, and is determined and self-confident in turning a uncertain situation into a successful position. I would say this is a good description of Damian."

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Seema Bono
U
Up and Coming

Seema Bono is regularly highlighted by sources for her diligence and strong client service skills. She has a wealth of experience handling cross-border shareholder and contractual disputes.

"Seema Bono is an excellent lawyer and a pleasure to work with."

"Seema Bono is a steady hand and a cool head. I know I can always rely on her to make sure the work gets done in a timely manner and that the quality is outstanding. Seema also goes above and beyond to support us."

"Seema Bono has a very good way with clients and pays a lot of care and attention to the details and how people respond to things. She is good at reading the room, which is good with clients and opponents. She has a good team with her, too."

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Damian Crosse
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Seema Bono
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