With rights of audience in all UAE courts sitting alongside its extensive expertise in arbitration and DIFC proceedings, Hadef & Partners handles a wide spectrum of disputes, including complex fraud, asset recovery, and multi-jurisdictional litigation, supported by specialist sector knowledge in employment, construction, and maritime. Team head Abdulrahman Juma is consistently sought out by corporates, financial institutions, and government bodies to act on a wide array of commercial cases. Co-head Walid Azzam  is noted for his skill in financial crime matters, and co-head Salih Ahnish handles all forms of litigation. Ghalib Mahmoud is valued by clients for his experience and understanding of the local courts and is particularly strong in white-collar crime and shareholder disputes.
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Walid Azzam
Walid Azzam
Practice head

Abdulrahman Juma; Walid Azzam; Salih Ahnish

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Ghalib Mahmoud

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