Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Although we always strive to help our clients prevent disputes before they arise, sometimes litigation is the only path that remains. Kayrouz & Associates provides strong legal representation in all courts of the UAE and beyond, always aiming for the most favourable possible outcomes under the circumstances.

Our litigators are known for their strategic mindset, courtroom skill, and relentless focus on achieving favourable outcomes in complex disputes.

Practice Overview

Meet Our Team

                     Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
Pierre Kayrouz

Pierre Kayrouz

Chief Legal Officer
Expertise:
Civil law
Construction Law
Real Estate Law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Georges Touma

Georges Touma

Head Litigator
Expertise:
Civil law
Real Estate Law
Employment and Labour Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Carlos Rahme

Carlos Rahme

Senior Legal Consultant
Expertise:
Corporate & Commercial Law
Civil law
Real Estate Law
Employment and Labour Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Senior Legal Consultant
Expertise:
Civil law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Family Law
Real Estate Law
Jenifer Abu Nasr

Jenifer Abu Nasr

Paralegal
Expertise:
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
International Law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Muhammed Ali Charif

Muhammed Ali Charif

Junior Legal Counsel
Expertise:
Civil law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Saeed Gaber

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst
Expertise:
Civil law
Criminal Law
Employment and Labour Law
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Lathamani Chandrashekar

Lathamani Chandrashekar

Senior Corporate Counsel
Expertise:
Corporate & Commercial Law
International Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Professor Mark Engelman

Mark Engelman

Intellectual Property Barrister
Expertise:
Intellectual Property Law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Arka Navle

Arka Navle

Corporate Counsel
Expertise:
Family Law
Civil law
Criminal Law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Nashita Nazneen

Nashita Nazneen

Junior Corporate Counsel
Expertise:
Corporate & Commercial Law
Civil law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Marium Razzaq

Solicitor
Expertise:
Corporate & Commercial Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
International Law
Employment and Labour Law

Employment Contract Drafting Requirements in UAE

Employment contract errors regularly cost UAE employers six-figure sums in penalties and compensation when clauses violate Federal Decree-Law No. 33 requirements. This guide examines mandatory contract particulars, MOHRE registration procedures, probation and notice rules, and the 22 most common drafting mistakes that expose employers to liability.

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January 16, 2026
Corporate & Commercial Law

Commercial Contracts for UAE Logistics Companies

Commercial contracts determine whether logistics companies recover payment when customers disappear, whether they're liable for six-figure cargo damage, and whether disputes take three months or three years to resolve. This guide examines contracts that actually matter in UAE logistics operations, clauses that fail in Dubai courts, and mistakes that cost logistics companies their margins.

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January 15, 2026
Family Law

Family Business Succession and Restructuring in UAE: Planning for Generational Transfer

Family business succession remains one of the most critical challenges for UAE enterprises, with commonly cited research suggesting 70% fail to successfully transition to the second generation. This guide examines practical succession models, governance structures, legal entities including DIFC/ADGM foundations, Sharia inheritance implications, and strategies for preserving business unity during generational transfer.

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January 14, 2026
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