2024

Ranked Tier 2 for Dispute Resolution

2024

Chambers & Partners

Mohammed Alsuwaidi is a longstanding disputes lawyer in Dubai and a highly regarded presence before the local courts. He is a regular adviser to banks on issues such as the enforcement of arbitral awards and also has noteworthy expertise in real estate disputes.

2024

Chambers & Partners

“An interviewee commented ‘They are very responsive and provide regular updates.”

2024

Chambers & Partners

“A client said ‘They are very knowledgeable about the court process and have a very systematic approach.”

2024

Chambers & Partners

“Mohammed Alsuwaidi is focused on customer service and goes out of his way to help the client understand cultural idiosyncrasies and differences.”

2024

Legal 500

Ranked Tier 3 for Dispute Resolution

2024

Legal 500

Alsuwaidi & Company is well placed to handle a range of disputes, with notable strength in insurance, construction and Islamic banking cases. The group is led by Mohammed Alsuwaidi, who also sits as an arbitrator; Ali Alraeesi, who has close contacts with government entities and public bodies and is notable for tech and IP disputes; Reda Hegazy, who handles civil, criminal and labour cases with impressive acumen pertaining to Sharia’ Law; and Mohammed Lemine, who is an insurance disputes specialist. Associates Afraa Alhashmi and Ibrahim Jarjoura also noted.

2023

Chambers & Partners

Ranked Tier 2 for Dispute Resolution

2023

Chambers & Partners

Alsuwaidi & Company’s litigation group is licensed to operate in all the UAE courts, including the federal and DIFC Courts, as well as the Dubai judicial system up to and including the Court of Cassation. The team is particularly noted for its ability in cases involving the governments of the UAE and is equally well versed in financial, insurance and maritime disputes. It also possesses a noteworthy white-collar crime practice with expertise in commercial fraud claims, and retains experts in employment, oil and gas and medical negligence disputes.

2023

Chambers & Partners

“An interviewee commented ‘We enjoy working with them. The team can handle complex matters. They are very responsive and good at getting things done.”

2023

Chambers & Partners

A client said ‘I am happy with the team – they are well organised, knowledgeable, responsive and care about me and my clients.”

2023

Legal 500

Ranked Tier 3 for Dispute Resolution

2023

Legal 500

Alsuwaidi & Company handles local disputes across a wide spectrum of sectors, with full rights of audience in the UAE. Mohammed Alsuwaidi, who has a strong background in arbitration matters, and Ali Alraeesi, who has significant experience advising on cybercrime, corporate fraud, money laundering, and defamation disputes, co-lead the group. Reda Hegazy specialises in commercial, construction, employment, medical negligence, and real estate litigation.

2023

Legal 500

“A clients said ‘They have strong knowledge of clients’ cases, give clear feedback, and always keep them updated. Premium service.”

2023

Legal 500

A client said “Alsuwaidi & Company is a very professional law firm. They are always open with clients and make sure to update them with the new laws.”

2022

Chambers & Partners

Ranked Tier 2 for Dispute Resolution

2022

Chambers & Partners

Alsuwaidi & Company’s litigation group is licensed to operate in all the UAE courts, including the federal and DIFC Courts, as well as the Dubai judicial system up to and including the Court of Cassation. The team is particularly noted for its ability in cases involving the governments of the UAE and is equally well versed in financial, insurance and maritime disputes. It also possesses a noteworthy white-collar crime practice with expertise in commercial fraud claims, and retains experts in employment, oil and gas and medical negligence disputes.

2022

Chambers & Partners

“An interviewee commented ‘We enjoy working with them. The team can handle complex matters. They are very responsive and good at getting things done.”

2022

Chambers & Partners

“A client said ‘I am happy with the team – they are well organised, knowledgeable, responsive and care about me and my clients.”

2022

Chambers & Partners

“Managing partner Mohammed Alsuwaidi led a team assisting a group of international banks with proceedings against defaulting borrowers before the courts of the UAE.”

2022

Legal 500

Recognises Mohammed Al Suwaidi; Ali Alraeesi; Mohammed Lemine; Reda Hegazy; Abdelhak Attalah as Key Lawyers.

2022

Legal 500

Alsuwaidi & Company represents clients in a range of industries from insurance and maritime, through to banking and real estate. Founding partner Mohammed Al Suwaidi has an extensive arbitration practice and a strong background in oil and gas. Ali Alraeesi has particular expertise in cases that involve cybersecurity, money laundering, corporate fraud and defamation. Reda Hegazy is also noted and showcases an in-depth understanding of Shari’ah law.

2022

Legal 500

“A client said ‘The team is capable and highly qualified in handling different kinds of complex litigation files before all levels of courts in the UAE (federal and local). The team is very knowledgeable, smart, strategic, cooperative and responsive. The professional fees are reasonable. the team do their best to do the work in effective time and cost manner.”

2022

Legal 500

“A client said ‘The firm provides sound commercial advice within a short required timeframe which is essential to our business.”

2021

Asian Legal Business

Mohammed Al Suwaidi has been awarded Managing Partner of the Year Award.

2021

Chambers & Partners

Ranked Tier 3 for Dispute Resolution.

2021

Legal 500

“Mohammed Alsuwaidi heads the litigation team at his eponymous firm Alsuwaidi & Company, which has a bright spot in banking litigation work for financial institutions, as well as handling some construction litigation as well as matters for insurers.”

2021

Legal 500

“A client said ’They provide personal service and are friendly and cooperative to work with.”

2021

Legal 500

“A client said ‘They have always replied promptly and in detail regarding any queries, provided immediate automatic updates for ongoing legal work and have achieved perfect outcomes.”

2021

Legal 500

Ranked Tier 3 for Dispute Resolution.

2021

Legal 500

Recognises Mohammed Alsuwaidi, Reda Hegazy, Ali Alraeesi and Ayman Elnour as Key Lawyers.

2021

Chambers & Partners

“A client found the team to be “a respectable name in the courts and in front of the judges.”

2021

Chambers & Partners

The team is known for Strong litigation practice group licensed to operate in all the UAE courts, including the federal and DIFC Courts, as well as the Dubai judicial system up to and including the Court of Cassation. The firm is particularly noted for its ability in cases involving the governments of the UAE and is equally well versed in financial, insurance and maritime disputes. Also possesses a noteworthy white-collar crime practice, with expertise in commercial fraud claims, and retains experts in employment and oil and gas matters.

2020

Chambers & Partners

Mohammed Alsuwaidi recognised and ranked in Tier 3.

2020

Legal 500

Mohammed Alsuwaidi and Ali Al Raessi, both of whom are locally qualified with rights of audience, are key contacts in the team.

2020

Legal 500

“Enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards, executive-level employment litigation and debt recovery are areas of activity for Alsuwaidi & Company. ”

2020

Legal 500

“Mohammed Alsuwaidi is committed and supportive.”

2020

Legal 500

“The team is very helpful and always ready to provide support”.

2020

Legal 500

Ranked Tier 3 for Dispute Resolution.

2014

Chambers & Partners

“Managing Partner Mohammed Alsuwaidi is an experienced litigator: creative, sharp and polished. He is recommended for his pragmatic approach.”

2013

Legal 500

Alsuwaidi & Company combines ‘expert knowledge of international arbitration and strong local law knowledge’ to deliver a rounded practice to both local and international clients, with construction continuing to be a key source of mandates. Head of arbitration Nigel Truscott has ‘a supportive approach’. Head of litigation Fahmy Hallag is also recommended.

2012

Legal 500

“Alsuwaidi & Company has a strong following in the oil and gas and defence sectors, and now has construction disputes expertise following Nigel Truscott’s arrival from SNR Denton. Named partner Mohammed Alsuwaidi enjoys a good reputation.”

2012

Legal 500

Ranked Tier 4 Dispute resolution.

2011

Chambers & Partners

Mohammed has been described as very responsive and never fails to make himself available for you.