Praised by clients for its ‘wide-ranging expertise’, the disputes department at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP advises across several industries, including real estate, finance, aviation, private equity and energy sectors. Recommended for multijurisdictional matters, the team’s stellar client roaster extends to regulators, governments, multinationals, and family-owned companies. Patrick Gearon co-heads the team alongside Paula Boast with both acting for multinationals and major GCC clients across the whole of the region. Gareth Mills is sought after by clients for his expertise in technology-related topics, while Mazin Al Mardhi is a port of call for matters in the construction, engineering and manufacturing industries.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

Patrick Gearon; Paula Boast

Other key lawyers

Gareth Mills; Mazin Al Mardhi