Aletefaq Law Firm - Dr Ahmed Zayed Alhassan Almohannadi

ALETEFAQ LAW FIRM

Qatar | Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Litigation and Corporate & Commercial

Aletefaq Law Firm is a Qatar-based legal practice headquartered in Doha, providing legal representation, arbitration, dispute resolution, enforcement and strategic legal advice to companies, institutions, investors, entrepreneurs, family businesses and private clients.

The firm is particularly focused on complex disputes and arbitration, supported by experience in litigation, construction claims, enforcement, corporate and commercial matters, contracts and legal advisory work. Aletefaq combines a detailed understanding of Qatar's legal and regulatory environment with a practical, commercially focused approach to resolving complex legal issues.

The firm advises clients throughout the life cycle of a legal matter, from early risk assessment and dispute avoidance through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, litigation and enforcement. Its objective is to develop a legal strategy that reflects the client's commercial priorities, the strength of the legal position and the most effective route to resolution.

Aletefaq is led by Dr Ahmed Bin Zayed Alhassan Almohannadi, a Court of Cassation Lawyer, Senior Legal Advisor, Professor of Law and former Brigadier General. His combined experience in legal practice, legal education and senior public service provides the firm with a distinctive perspective on complex legal, institutional and strategic matters.

Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

Dispute resolution is a principal area of focus for Aletefaq Law Firm.

The firm advises and represents clients in complex commercial and civil disputes, with particular emphasis on arbitration, litigation, construction claims, contractual disputes, enforcement and negotiated resolution.

Aletefaq's approach is strategic and commercially focused. The team assesses the client's legal position, the available evidence, the contractual framework, the appropriate forum and the commercial consequences of each potential course of action. Depending on the circumstances, the firm advises on negotiation, mediation, arbitration, litigation or a combination of these mechanisms.

The firm assists clients with:

• -Dispute avoidance and early risk assessment;

• -Pre-action strategy;

• -Commercial and contractual disputes;

• -Corporate and shareholder disputes;

• -Construction and project-related claims;

• -Banking and finance disputes;

• -Real estate disputes;

• -Debt recovery and enforcement;

• -Mediation and negotiated settlement;

• -Arbitration proceedings; and

• -Court proceedings and appeals.

The firm's objective is to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting the client's legal and commercial interests.

Arbitration

Arbitration is an increasingly important area of focus for Aletefaq and a central component of the firm's developing dispute resolution practice.

The firm advises clients on arbitration strategy and represents them in arbitration-related matters involving commercial, contractual, construction and other complex disputes.

Aletefaq's arbitration work includes:

• -Drafting and reviewing arbitration agreements and clauses;

• -Assessing the suitability of arbitration as a dispute resolution mechanism;

• -Pre-arbitration strategy;

• -Commercial arbitration;

• -Construction and project-related arbitration;

• -Contractual and shareholder disputes;

• -Procedural and strategic advice;

• -Settlement during arbitration;

• -Related court proceedings; and

• -Enforcement of arbitral awards.

The firm approaches arbitration as a strategic process rather than an isolated procedural exercise. Its advice considers the applicable arbitration agreement and rules, the evidential position, available remedies, the relationship between arbitration and court proceedings and the practical prospects of enforcement.

Dr Ahmed's legal and academic background provides a strong foundation for the firm's continued development of its arbitration practice, particularly in matters requiring senior legal analysis, strategic judgment and a detailed understanding of the legal framework applicable to complex disputes.

Litigation and Court Representation

Aletefaq advises and represents clients in civil, commercial, corporate, contractual, banking, real estate, construction, employment and other disputes before the courts of Qatar.

The firm's litigation work includes:

• -Pre-litigation advice;

• -Claims and defence strategy;

• -Court proceedings;

• -Settlement negotiations;

• -Appeals;

• -Court of Appeal proceedings;

• -Court of Cassation proceedings; and

• -Enforcement.

The team places particular emphasis on early assessment of the client's legal and evidential position. Where litigation is necessary, Aletefaq develops a focused case strategy designed to advance the client's strongest legal arguments and protect its commercial interests.

Where negotiated resolution provides a more effective outcome, the firm seeks to achieve settlement on terms that properly protect the client's position.

Construction Claims and Project Disputes

Aletefaq advises on construction and project-related disputes, including matters involving contractors, developers, employers and other project participants.

The firm's work includes:

• -Construction contracts;

• -Payment disputes;

• -Delay and disruption claims;

• -Variations;

• -Defects;

• -Performance obligations;

• -Contractor and subcontractor disputes;

• -Termination;

• -Project-related contractual claims; and

• -Construction litigation and arbitration.

The firm's combined construction, arbitration and litigation capabilities enable it to advise clients from the early assessment of a claim through to formal proceedings, settlement and enforcement.

Corporate and Commercial

Aletefaq's Corporate and Commercial practice advises companies, shareholders, investors and entrepreneurs on the legal issues arising throughout the business life cycle.

The firm assists clients with:

• -Company formation and structuring;

• -Shareholder arrangements;

• -Joint ventures;

• -Corporate reorganisations;

• -Corporate governance;

• -Commercial contracts;

• -Contract drafting and negotiation;

• -Legal due diligence;

• -Investments and business transactions; and

• -Corporate and shareholder disputes.

The firm's experience in dispute resolution informs its transactional advice. Aletefaq considers not only how an agreement should be structured, but also the legal and commercial risks that may arise if the relationship or transaction later becomes contentious.

Contracts and Commercial Advisory

Aletefaq advises clients throughout the contractual life cycle, from negotiation and drafting to performance, variation, termination and dispute resolution.

The firm assists with:

• -Commercial agreements;

• -Service agreements;

• -Supply and distribution arrangements;

• -Agency agreements;

• -Non-disclosure agreements;

• -Shareholder agreements;

• -Consultancy agreements;

• -Contract reviews;

• -Contractual risk assessment; and

• -Dispute resolution provisions.

The firm seeks to ensure that contractual arrangements are legally robust, commercially workable and aligned with the client's objectives.

Banking, Finance and Enforcement

Aletefaq advises clients on banking, finance and related disputes, including:

• -Loan and financing arrangements;

• -Guarantees and security;

• -Financial obligations;

• -Banking disputes;

• -Debt recovery;

• -Breach of financial obligations;

• -Enforcement; and

• -Finance-related litigation and arbitration.

The firm's dispute resolution experience enables it to advise clients on both the legal structure of financial arrangements and the consequences of disputes arising from them.

Real Estate and Employment

The firm advises on real estate and property matters, including property agreements, leases, real estate disputes and related litigation.

Aletefaq also advises employers and employees on employment matters, including employment contracts, workplace policies, confidentiality obligations, termination, settlement and employment disputes.

Legal Advisory and Risk Management

Aletefaq provides strategic legal advice to clients seeking to identify and manage legal risks before they develop into disputes.

The firm advises on:

• -Legal risk assessment;

• -Corporate and commercial issues;

• -Contractual risk;

• -Regulatory matters;

• -Business structuring;

• -Compliance;

• -Legal opinions; and

• -Strategic legal issues.

The firm seeks to provide clear and practical advice that enables clients to make informed decisions and manage legal risk effectively.

Leadership

Dr Ahmed Bin Zayed Alhassan Almohannadi

Court of Cassation Lawyer | Senior Legal Advisor | Professor of Law | Former Brigadier General

Dr Ahmed Bin Zayed Alhassan Almohannadi is the founder and senior leader of Aletefaq Law Firm.

His professional background combines legal practice, senior legal advisory experience, academic expertise and public service. This combination gives him a distinctive perspective on complex legal, institutional and strategic issues.

Dr Ahmed is also focused on the continued development of arbitration and dispute resolution as key areas of the firm's practice. His leadership has shaped Aletefaq's commitment to rigorous legal analysis, strategic thinking, professional integrity and effective client representation.

Client Service and Approach

Aletefaq's approach is based on understanding the client's legal position, commercial objectives and wider business context.

The firm works closely with clients to provide advice that is:

• -Strategic;

• -Practical;

• -Clear;

• -Responsive; and

• -Focused on achieving the client's objectives.

The firm aims to develop long-term relationships with clients and to provide continuity of advice throughout the life of a matter.

Key Sectors

Aletefaq advises clients across a range of sectors, including:

• -Corporate and commercial;

• -Banking and finance;

• -Construction and infrastructure;

• -Real estate;

• -Government and public sector;

• -Family businesses;

• -Employment;

• -Technology; and

• -Investment and entrepreneurship.

Firm Information

Headquarters: Doha, Qatar

Principal practice areas: Arbitration, Dispute Resolution, Litigation, Enforcement, Construction Claims, Corporate and Commercial, Contracts, Banking and Finance, Real Estate, Employment and Legal Advisory.

Languages: Arabic, English, Urdu and Hindi