Alsuwaidi & Company

Awards and Recognition

Awards and Recognition

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.

Awards

2021
Asian Legal Business Managing Partner of the Year
2021
Asian Legal Business Litigation Law Firm of the Year
2021
Asian Legal Business UAE Law Firm of the Year
2018
Recognition for Pro Bono awarded by the Dubai Judicial Department
2015
Winners of the DIFC Courts’ Academy ofOd Law award for Outstanding Pro Bono Firm of 2015