Environmental and energy disputes

Environmental and energy-related conflicts require a nuanced understanding of both legal frameworks and technical regulations. At Kayrouz & Associates, we represent clients in disputes that intersect environmental law, infrastructure development, and energy production.

Practice Overview

Energy projects often face legal scrutiny related to environmental impact, permitting, emissions, and land use. We assist clients in managing disputes arising from environmental compliance issues, community objections, regulatory enforcement, and operational liabilities in the UAE and broader MENA region.

Our lawyers act for energy producers, infrastructure developers, and government-linked entities in matters involving contaminated land, air and water pollution claims, and alleged breaches of environmental regulations. We work alongside engineers, environmental consultants, and regulatory experts to construct a comprehensive case strategy.

In litigation or arbitration, we pursue efficient and strategic resolution paths—whether defending against government action or initiating claims related to construction, operation, or closure of energy facilities. We also help clients mitigate environmental risk through preemptive compliance reviews and contractual protections.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Disputes involving environmental permits and regulatory breaches
  • Claims related to pollution, contamination, and remediation
  • Community or stakeholder objections to project approvals
  • Cross-border enforcement of environmental obligations
  • Arbitration involving energy sector ESG compliance or performance failures

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
Maria Valeyeva

Maria Valeyeva

Chief Compliance Officer
Georges Touma

Georges Touma

Head Litigator
Carlos Rahme

Carlos Rahme

Senior Legal Consultant
Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Senior Legal Consultant
Sandy Y. Geagea

Sandy Geagea

Legal Consultant
Rita Semaan

Rita Semaan

Legal Consultant
Jenifer Abu Nasr

Jenifer Abu Nasr

Paralegal
Muhammed Ali Charif

Muhammed Ali Charif

Junior Legal Counsel
Saeed Gaber

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst

Priya Bavanasi

Senior Corporate Lawyer
Lathamani Chandrashekar

Lathamani Chandrashekar

Senior Corporate Counsel
Professor Mark Engelman

Mark Engelman

Intellectual Property Barrister
Arka Navle

Arka Navle

Corporate Counsel
Nashita Nazneen

Nashita Nazneen

Junior Corporate Counsel
Patricia Abi Mansour

Patricia Abi Mansour

Business Development Manager

Marium Razzaq

Solicitor

Parvathy Pavithran

HR and Document Controller

Chantal Elia Khawam

Front Desk Specialist
International Law

Tax and Reporting Obligations for Family Offices With Global Assets

Moving a family office to the UAE does not eliminate tax obligations in jurisdictions where assets remain. This article examines the cross-border reporting, substance, and coordination issues that catch families after setup.

read article
February 12, 2026
Corporate Law

Structuring Token Holder Rights, Distributions, and Disclosures for UAE Projects

Once you have decided to tokenise, the hard work is in the documentation: governance design, investor protections, distribution mechanics, and ongoing disclosure. This article is a checklist for sponsors who need to get the details right.

read article
February 12, 2026
Corporate Law

Tokenising Economic Rights via an SPV in the UAE: Regulatory Perimeter and Structuring Considerations

Tokenising economic rights in a project is not the same as tokenising shares or real estate. This article examines the regulatory perimeter, licensing triggers, and structuring options for sponsors considering token-based capital structures in the UAE.

read article
February 12, 2026
View all news and insights