We deliver strategic, comprehensive, and expert solutions in disputes, litigation, and arbitration.
At Khaled Almarri & Partners, we recognize that disagreements demand prompt and effective resolution to prevent prolonged conflicts. Lengthy legal proceedings can drain valuable time and resources, potentially damaging a business’s reputation and hindering its long-term success. We are committed to finding efficient solutions that protect both your interests and future prospects.
Khaled Almarri & Partners is adept at developing and implementing strategic and tactical solutions for dispute mitigation and resolution. While we strive to achieve amicable resolutions, we are also realistic in helping clients understand and evaluate their options, transparently discussing both the advantages and limitations of available recourses. We excel in crafting strategies that position us to negotiate fair, advantageous, and profitable resolutions for our clients. If dispute mitigation is not feasible, we have the expertise to advise and represent clients in onshore litigation through our esteemed Emirati advocates, who are licensed to practice before the Honourable Courts of the United Arab Emirates.
Before forming Khaled Almarri & Partners, our Founders independently handled substantial claims and counterclaims. Their collective client portfolio includes UHNWIs, HNWIs, international business groups, multinationals, publicly listed companies, state-owned entities, financial institutions, prominent real estate developers and investors, pharmaceutical giants, large family-owned businesses, and globally recognized brands.
LITIGATION WITHIN THE UAE
With a deep understanding of the local legal system, rules, and procedures, we are well-equipped to provide comprehensive representation to our clients across a broad spectrum of legal matters. As an Emirati law firm, Khaled Almarri & Partners holds rights of audience before the Honourable Emirati Courts of Law, allowing us to advocate directly on behalf of our clients in all civil and criminal disputes.
Our firm handles a wide range of cases, from white-collar crimes and real estate disputes to divorce, narcotics offenses, employment matters, and more. Additionally, we collaborate with highly respected, locally licensed Emirati advocates whose expertise ensures robust legal representation and a nuanced approach to navigating complex legal challenges. This combination of local knowledge and courtroom rights solidifies our position as a trusted legal partner in the UAE.
CRIMINAL MATTERS
At Khaled Almarri & Partners, our expertise encompasses a wide range of criminal matters, offering strategic and robust legal representation across both white-collar crime and serious criminal cases. With extensive experience in high-stakes disputes, we provide exceptional legal counsel to clients navigating complex legal challenges.
We specialize in handling cases involving fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, bribery, corruption, corporate crimes, and cybercrimes, particularly those exceeding USD 2 million. Our team has in-depth knowledge in securities fraud, financial misrepresentation, misappropriation of funds, and the laundering of illicit proceeds. We also manage allegations related to bribery, corporate corruption, antitrust violations, insider trading, and environmental misconduct.
Our practice also extends to serious criminal offenses, including narcotics charges, such as possession, trafficking, and distribution. We offer vigorous defense for individuals facing drug-related charges, ensuring their rights are protected throughout the legal process. Additionally, we handle high-profile cases such as murder, burglary, and theft. Our team works tirelessly to build a comprehensive defense, ensuring that clients receive fair treatment and the best possible legal outcome.
For theft-related offenses, including burglary, larceny, and shoplifting, we provide strategic counsel to protect our clients' interests. In burglary cases, we focus on carefully assessing the evidence, challenging the prosecution's claims, and ensuring our clients’ rights are safeguarded during the legal proceedings.
Our expertise also extends to cybercrime, addressing cases involving hacking, identity theft, online fraud, and data breaches. Utilizing advanced digital forensics and regulatory expertise, we deliver tailored defense strategies to effectively counter technological crimes.
At Khaled Almarri & Partners, we combine meticulous preparation, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to our clients' needs, providing the legal support necessary to navigate even the most complex and challenging criminal matters, whether they involve white-collar crime or serious offenses like narcotics, murder, theft, and burglary.
FAMILY DISPUTES
Divorce & Amicable Settlements
Our team helps navigate the complexities of divorce, aiming for amicable settlements that prioritise fairness and minimize conflict. We work to ensure a smooth process that protects your interests while fostering a respectful resolution.
Domestic Disputes
We provide expert legal representation in domestic disputes, focusing on finding solutions that ensure safety and well-being for all parties involved. Our approach is both compassionate and effective in addressing sensitive family issues.
Paternity Lawsuits
Our firm offers guidance in paternity lawsuits, helping to establish legal parentage with care and precision. Whether you're seeking to confirm or challenge paternity, we ensure a clear, fair process to protect your rights and responsibilities.
Each case is handled with the utmost care and attention, ensuring that your family's needs are met with professionalism and respect.
RENTAL DISPUTES
Eviction
Our firm handles eviction proceedings with precision, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
Unpaid & Uncollected Rent
We assist landlords in recovering unpaid or uncollected rent, providing strategic solutions to resolve outstanding rent issues efficiently and in accordance with the law.
Broker Disputes
We offer legal support in disputes involving brokers, including issues related to commission, contract breaches, and misrepresentation, ensuring that your rights are upheld throughout the process.
Early Termination of Tenancy
We manage cases involving early termination of tenancy, guiding both landlords and tenants through the legal procedures to reach a fair and timely resolution.
REAL ESTATE DISPUTES
Investment Fraud & Misrepresentation
We assist clients in cases involving investment fraud, misrepresentation, or securities fraud. Whether you're dealing with fraudulent investment schemes, misleading financial information, or deceptive practices, we are committed to safeguarding your financial interests and ensuring that justice is served.
Disputes Over Financial Contracts & Agreements
Our team handles disputes arising from financial contracts and investment agreements. We provide legal solutions for issues such as breach of contract, non-compliance with investment terms, and disputes over the performance of investment funds. Whether you are an investor or financial institution, we ensure that contractual obligations are met and disputes are resolved efficiently.
Private Equity & Venture Capital Disputes
We represent clients in private equity and venture capital-related disputes, including disagreements over investment terms, management issues, or shareholder conflicts. Our team provides strategic counsel to navigate these complex matters, ensuring that your investment rights are upheld.
Real Estate Investment Disputes
Our expertise extends to real estate investment disputes, including issues related to property development, land acquisition, and commercial leasing agreements. We provide legal support for both investors and developers, addressing conflicts that may arise during the investment process or within the scope of long-term real estate ventures.
Investment Fund & Portfolio Disputes
We offer legal services for clients involved in investment fund and portfolio disputes, including conflicts regarding fund management, asset allocation, or performance mismanagement. Our team works closely with clients to resolve disputes related to the mismanagement of investments, ensuring that all regulatory and legal standards are adhered to.
INSURANCE DISPUTES
Policy Disputes & Coverage Denials
We assist clients in resolving disputes arising from policy coverage, including denial of claims, disputes over policy terms, and disagreements regarding the scope of coverage. Our team works closely with clients to ensure that their legitimate claims are recognized and that they receive the compensation they are entitled to.
Claims Settlement Issues
Our firm handles cases involving disputes over the settlement of claims, including delays in payment, underpayment, or disputes over the amount of compensation owed. We provide comprehensive support to ensure that clients receive fair compensation in accordance with their policies and legal rights.
Breach of Contract & Bad Faith Claims
We represent clients in matters involving the breach of insurance contracts or bad faith claims by insurers. If an insurance company fails to meet its obligations or acts in bad faith, we take aggressive action to protect our clients' rights and hold the insurer accountable for its actions.
Reinsurance & Commercial Insurance Disputes
Our team also handles disputes related to reinsurance agreements and commercial insurance matters. Whether you're facing conflicts with commercial insurers, brokers, or agents, we provide expert representation to navigate complex insurance policies and contractual terms, ensuring your business is protected.
EMPLOYMENT DISPUTES
Unfair Dismissal & Termination Disputes
We assist clients in cases involving unfair dismissal or wrongful termination, representing both employees seeking compensation for unjust termination and employers defending their actions. Our team provides expert counsel on severance packages, notice periods, and the legal grounds for termination under labor laws.
Employment Contracts & Breach of Terms
Our firm handles disputes over employment contracts, including breaches of terms, non-compete clauses, and disputes regarding salary, benefits, and working conditions. We ensure that our clients understand their contractual rights and obligations and provide strategic guidance to resolve any conflicts effectively.
Discrimination & Harassment Claims
We provide representation in cases of workplace discrimination or harassment, including issues based on race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. Our team works to ensure a fair investigation and resolution, advocating for employees facing discrimination and helping employers implement fair and compliant workplace policies.
Compensation & Benefits Disputes
We assist with disputes related to compensation and benefits, including unpaid wages, overtime, bonus disputes, and issues related to pension plans or health benefits. Our team helps employees recover what is owed to them, while also advising employers on maintaining compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations.
Workplace Health & Safety Issues
We handle cases involving workplace injuries, health and safety violations, and compensation claims related to work-related accidents. Our team advocates for employees seeking fair compensation for workplace injuries and advises employers on ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.
Labor Complaints
We also represent employees in labor complaints, assisting with issues related to unfair treatment, wrongful accusations, and disputes regarding employer obligations. Additionally, we help both employers and employees navigate cases involving embezzlement, siphoning, fraud, and other forms of employee misconduct, ensuring appropriate legal action is taken to protect the interests of all parties involved.
JURISDICTION & CONFLICT OF LAWS
Setting Aside Judgments & Ex Parte Issues in DIFC
We also offer expert legal services for clients seeking to set aside judgments or address ex parte issues in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Whether challenging a judgment or seeking to resolve procedural issues, we provide targeted legal strategies to protect your interests and navigate the complexities of DIFC regulations.
Cross-Border Legal Matters & Jurisdictional Challenges
Khaled Almarri & Partners excels in guiding clients through the complexities of cross-border legal matters, offering strategic solutions for issues involving jurisdiction, conflict of laws, and the enforcement of foreign judgments or awards. Our team leverages extensive experience to proactively address potential challenges, helping clients avoid costly legal complications.
Interim Relief Measures & International Commercial Disputes
We also provide counsel on interim relief measures in international commercial disputes, including the enforcement of foreign awards, anti-suit injunctions, and freezing orders. Our meticulous approach ensures that clients’ interests are protected in high-stakes international litigation, securing favorable outcomes in complex cross-border matters.
- Client success in Risk Management and Compliance
Expected loss reduction
We assisted a leading merchant acquirer in the travel and airline industries with risk management and compliance, resulting in reduced exposure, lower expected losses, and increased profitability in high-risk sectors during a crisis. We successfully reduced the client’s exposure by over one-third and mitigated expected losses by approximately 85% during this turbulent period.
Uplift
A global USA bank partnered with us to enhance their treasury, asset and liability management operating models, as well as their liquidity and interest rate risk management process. Through this transformational engagement, we made revisions to the client’s behavioral models and hedging strategy
Automotive industry
We designed and implemented a global integrity and compliance program for a world-leading automobile manufacturer. The program focused on implementing processes and inspiring people, strengthening governance and processes across more than 500 legal entities worldwide. Through diverse communication, training, and enablement initiatives, we engaged all employees on the path to achieving sustainable culture change.
