Specialising in construction disputes, OGH Legal is jointly led by Mohamed ElGhatit and Sherif Hikal. ElGhatit has more than two decades of experience in construction disputes, while Hikal is vastly experienced before various domestic courts. Other key members of the team include Mohamed Al Sabah, who is a key member of the dispute resolution practice.
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- 'Mohammed ElGhatit is a true star of the market. With his background at the DIFC-LCIA and an international firm, he knows exactly what international clients need and how to package advice in a way that really makes it useful.'
- 'OGH are great - they know how to explain local law issues and go "beyond the law", giving practical advice on how the courts work. Other local firms do not offer this - OGH certainly have the edge.'
Key clients
- Duro Felguera SA
- DP Masters Manufacturing Co
- ALEC
- Ramboll
- Shapoorji Pallonji
- Aldar Properties
- Emaar
- Convergent Engineering
- Dubai Holding
- Nakheel
- WSP Middle East
- Petrofac Emirates LLC
Practice head
Mohamed ElGhatit; Sherif Hikal
Other key lawyers
Mohamed Al Sabah