Vinson & Elkins LLP > Dubai, United Arab Emirates > Firm Profile
Vinson & Elkins LLP Offices
Office 1207 Index Tower
P.O. Box 504945
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
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Vinson & Elkins LLP > The Legal 500 Rankings
United Arab Emirates > Construction Tier 4
Praised for its ‘collaborative and commercially focused’, Vinson & Elkins LLP is particularly active across the hospitality and retail sectors. Nabeel Ikram and James Loftis jointly oversee the team; Ikram in particular is commended for his ‘consistent, excellent advice.’Practice head(s):
Nabeel Ikram; James Loftis
Testimonials
‘A solid, commercially sound team.’
‘The firm’s collaborative and commercially focused approach sets them apart. Their ability to adapt to client needs and provide bespoke solutions has been instrumental in achieving favourable outcomes across a variety of complex matters.’
‘Nabeel Ikram has become an invaluable asset in my professional network. His ability to provide tailored advice and support that specifically addresses the nuances of various transactions and issues sets him apart from many others in the field. It is not just his legal expertise that impresses me; it is the way he applies that expertise to meet the unique needs of his clients, ensuring that every recommendation is actionable and relevant.’
‘Nabeel Ikram always provides an excellent service, which is timely, thorough, and informative.’
‘Nabeel Ikram provides options to resolve matters together with the risks and benefits of each option.’
‘Nabeel Ikram is an outstanding lawyer providing robust advice by applying a vast amount of regional experience. I will continue to ask for various dispute and contractual-related advice from Nabeel at V&E.’
‘Nabeel Ikram is an excellent lawyer, he is hugely gifted in the ability to explain complex issues clearly and is always responsive and supportive. He provides consistent, excellent advice and co-leads a supportive, well-balanced team.’
‘The firm has a strong global reputation, and the addition of Nabeel Ikram has significantly enhanced its practice in the Middle East. His expertise likely contributes to the firm’s success and growth in that region.’
Key clients
Basrah Oil Company
Work highlights
United Arab Emirates > Dispute resolution: arbitration and international litigation Tier 5
Vinson & Elkins LLP is chiefly active on energy, infrastructure and oil and gas-related arbitration, handling complex engineering and construction matters for a range of regional and international industry players. Nabeel Ikram represents developers, contractors and consultants on contentious issues arising from projects. James Loftis splits his time between Dubai and Houston and is frequently sought out by government bodies and national oil companies for representation.Practice head(s):
Nabeel Ikram; James Loftis
Testimonials
‘The team has deep experience in handling complex disputes across various sectors. They have a strategic approach to resolving disputes; they not only have strong litigation skills but also excel in negotiating settlements and finding cost-effective, timely resolutions. They use technology to streamline dispute resolution processes, such as e-discovery tools, legal analytics, or case management platforms that increase efficiency.’
‘They are diverse in terms of backgrounds, experiences, or perspectives, this diversity contributes to a richer problem-solving process and innovative legal solutions. They have extensive knowledge across various types of disputes.’
Key clients
Ministry of Oil of the Republic of Iraq
Basrah Oil Company
Work highlights
Vinson & Elkins LLP > Firm Profile
For over a century, Vinson & Elkins’ lawyers have provided innovative business solutions for clients whose needs are as diverse as the entities they represent. In today’s challenging environment of global markets, volatile economies and complex human and environmental issues, the firm’s time-tested role as trusted adviser has become even more critical. The lawyers’ extensive experience, combined with the responsiveness and efficiencies of the firm’s global reach, enables V&E to serve clients from start-up, to the negotiating table and boardroom, and before legislative and regulatory bodies in the courtroom and beyond.
Main areas of practice: Core practice areas include: admiralty and maritime; antitrust; appellate; business transactions; capital markets and securities; climate change; condemnation and land use; construction; contracts; corporate governance and compliance; e-commerce/internet; executive compensation and benefits; employment, labor and OSHA; energy; environmental; finance; financial institutions; government contracts; infrastructure; intellectual property; international dispute resolution; litigation; mergers and acquisitions; oil and gas; outsourcing; private equity/venture capital; project finance and development; real estate; regulatory; REITs; restructuring and reorganization; securities litigation; structured finance; syndicated finance; tax; technology; telecommunications; and white-collar criminal defense.
International work: Vinson & Elkins’ 11 offices worldwide allow the firm’s lawyers to work efficiently across time zones, as well as with local lawyers in foreign jurisdictions, to accomplish the client’s objectives. In addition to legal experience, V&E has strong personal relationships with business people and other professionals that offer significant benefits to the client, including broad experience in transactions spanning multiple jurisdictions, cultures and languages.
The firm efficiently guides its clients through a wide range of transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic alliances, public and private offerings of securities in the developed and emerging capital markets, as well as development and financing of a variety of projects.
The firm’s international dispute resolution team engages in international arbitration under all leading institutional rules, as well as international civil litigation in US courts and in other jurisdictions. V&E’s lawyers work with clients to develop effective solutions to the complex problems and unique challenges of international business.
Clients: Since the firm was founded in 1917, it has attracted an outstanding and diverse group of lawyers who serve an international clientele. Clients include the governments of sovereign nations and North American states, cities and municipalities, public and private companies, domestic and international financial institutions, new entities, joint ventures and project companies.
Lawyer Profiles
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Nabeel Ikram | Partner | View Profile |
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James Loftis | Partner | View Profile |