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James Abbott is a leading name for DIFC litigation. His broad practice sees him acting on financial services disputes, insolvency proceedings and corporate investigations, as well as representing accountancy firms in professional negligence claims. He recently joined CMS after leaving Clifford Chance.
Dubai-based James Abbott is a significant presence before the DIFC Courts, frequently representing leading global financial institutions in high-value disputes. He also regularly acts for accountancy firms in relation to corporate investigations. He recently joined CMS after leaving Clifford Chance.
James Abbott receives strong praise for his experience in matters relating to money laundering, fraud and workplace investigations. Operating out of Dubai, the core of his client base comprises significant banks and private equity investors. He is also well placed to advise on the extraterritorial application of UAE anti-bribery laws. He recently joined CMS after leaving Clifford Chance.
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"He is a very approachable and practical person who clearly understands the market here very well. He is very down to earth with his advice."
"He has been around for a long time and is a seasoned statesman. His experience is unparalleled."
"James Abbott is very experienced and a go-to adviser."
"James Abbott has been around a long time. He is a seasoned lawyer and his experienced is unparalleled."
"James Abbott is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced practitioners in the DIFC."
"He is a very approachable and practical person who clearly understands the market here very well. He is very down to earth with his advice."
"He has been around for a long time and is a seasoned statesman. His experience is unparalleled."
"James Abbott is very experienced and a go-to adviser."
"James Abbott has been around a long time. He is a seasoned lawyer and his experienced is unparalleled."
"James Abbott is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced practitioners in the DIFC."
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