Khushboo Shahdadpuri > Al Tamimi & Company > Dubai, United Arab Emirates > Lawyer Profile

Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri‘s dispute resolution practice is highlighted by clients for its ‘straightforward and comprehensive strategy’, owing to the team’s ‘diverse background that employs varied experiences from the region’. The team offers its extensive breadth of expertise in numerous sectors, including the energy, defence, construction, insurance, finance, technology and maritime industries. The team offers a similarly broad spectrum of expertise in cases, advising clients on disputes arising from external economic shocks, complex and high-value loans involving several stakeholders, cutting-edge infrastructure, aviation and energy projects, and other issues where novel areas of law may arise. Hani Al Naddaf heads the team, and is retained by clients for his ‘commercial perspective’ in diverse areas, including litigation involving debt recovery, construction and employment, along with international commercial arbitration, areas that Roy Georgiades also frequently advises on. Khushboo Shahdadpuri is often sought after for commercial and construction arbitrations, especially those with a cross-border component. Maysa Sleiman joined the team in December 2023.

Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri‘s construction and infrastructure team is noted for its ‘great legal knowledge and strength in depth’. It advises a broad spectrum of clients on project development, financing and procurement, bringing expertise in water facilities, renewable energy, aviation projects and other high-value projects. Hani Al Naddaf is sought after for assistance in international commercial and construction arbitration and co-heads the team with Matthew Heaton, who brings considerable project financing expertise. Khushboo Shahdadpuri is highlighted for having ‘deep understanding of both construction law and international arbitration’, and is experienced in various local and international public infrastructure and construction mandates.

Recognised as a ‘leading team in the region for disputes’, Al Tamimi & Company handles high-stakes litigation and arbitration across key sectors, including banking and finance, professional services, insurance, and construction. Recent growth includes the arrivals of Paul Taylor from Eversheds Sutherland LLP in May 2024 to lead the arbitration practice and Richard Bell from Clyde & Co LLP in January 2024. Essam Al Tamimi and Hassan Arab are well-reputed for their skill in arbitration. Rita Jaballah is sought out by clients for banking and financial services disputes and Naief Yahia is chiefly recognised his construction-focused practice. David Holloway is active on international trade disputes. Khushboo Shahdadpuri also comes recommended.