Expertise
DIFC Court Committee
The Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC) is an independent free zone in Dubai and is a leading financial hub. DIFC has its own Courts for resolving civil and commercial disputes. DIFC Courts are the preferred option for Dubai-based enterprises because they facilitate the speedy resolution of disputes and follow the common law system. The proceedings take place in the English language, unlike other Dubai mainland courts whose official language is Arabic.
SK Legal represents clients in the DIFC Courts and has also advised on cases in the DIFC Courts’ Small Claims Tribunal, which is an ideal jurisdiction for Dubai-based small and medium-sized enterprises. We have expertise in dealing with disputes in the DIFC Courts including:
Our Experience
We have advised on many matters in the DIFC Courts, addressing issues including:
- A case before the DIFC Courts in which the Court had to determine whether a party would be entitled to a success fee (with respect to securing a financial facility) upon the issuance of a term sheet or whether the success fee was dependent on actual receipt of funds.
- A case before the DIFC Courts where the Court had to determine whether termination of tenancy and immediate eviction of a tenant was lawful where the majority shares of the Tenant Company were sold to a third party without obtaining the prior consent of the Landlord.
- A case before the DIFC Courts where the Court had to determine whether a non-compete clause in the employment agreement of a company bars the employees from approaching the customers of the company after their employment has ended.
OUR TESTIMONIALS
What Clients are Saying!
Pleasant experience to work with him on one of our project claims. The claim was successful with his thorough support all along. It is rare to find an advisor with both contractual and legal knowledge. As a person with a fantastic personality, Mr. Sameer is best suited to deal with contracting disputes, having full knowledge of construction claims, arbitration, and local and international laws. He is soft-spoken, well-behaved, and fully dedicated to client interests. I wish him all the success.
I have had the pleasure of working with Sameer whilst working in-house and found him to be a diligent and thorough professional who provides a solid service to his clients (even when the odds are against you). He is very knowledgeable on proceedings before the Dubai courts and is also a solution-oriented lawyer who provides regular updates on the progress of matters. I would not hesitate to recommend Sameer for dispute resolution services.
Sameer is a great law professional, and I had a very pleasant experience as his client. He is very patient, understands client needs, and is very knowledgeable. Through his legal advice, Sameer helped me resolve a big legal case before reaching court. He is very responsive and always makes himself available when needed.
We have employed Mr. Sameer on various litigation matters and found him to be highly knowledgeable and informed on law. His practical knowledge of the workings of the court system and the arbitration process in the UAE is insightful and commendable. He is always available to attend to your queries and is extremely clear and concise in his advice. His approach to any legal matter is practical and straightforward. You can rest assured that any dispute he handles is handled by a thorough professional.
Sameer is an exceptional lawyer who combines high ethical standards, diligence, and honesty. He was deeply engaged in understanding my needs and finding the right solutions. His remarkable scrutiny, creativity, and logical skills shone throughout our engagement. As a critical thinker and effective communicator, Sameer excelled in simplifying complex arguments and producing highly effective legal memorandums that blend clarity, reason, and simplicity. I genuinely appreciate his significant impact on me, and I am particularly impressed by his integrity and brilliance. Thank you, Sameer, for your invaluable counsel.
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