Alonood Alshamsi is a qualified Emirati lawyer with more than three years in the Dispute Resolution Department. She graduated from the United Arab Emirates University in 2016 with a degree in Law. She is fluent in both English and Arabic. Also, and is able to communicate effectively in both languages. She worked on various cases, such as labor, bankruptcy, commercial, civil, criminal, and real estate matters. Alonood is good at communicating with the Courts, Public Prosecutions, Police, and other authorities. She makes sure her clients’ cases move forward smoothly by keeping in touch with the relevant authorities. Besides her legal abilities, Alonood is a good communicator with her clients. She can also write legal documents like memorandums and notices. Alonood is passionate about justice and is committed to providing her clients with the best representation possible.

Abdulla is an Associate in Global’s Dispute Resolution Department and an Emirati advocate. He graduated with a Law degree from the United Arab Emirates University in 2017 and is fluent in both English and Arabic. 

His practice focuses on commercial and civil disputes, criminal proceedings, and regulatory matters. He advises and represents clients before the UAE Courts and relevant authorities, assisting with dispute resolution, case strategy, and legal proceedings. Abdulla has developed strong relationships across key government and judicial bodies, enabling him to effectively navigate complex matters and support clients in achieving efficient outcomes. 

Mohammed is a Senior Associate and Team Leader in Global’s Muscat office with over 23 years of experience in dispute resolution, arbitration, and corporate matters. His practice focuses on construction, employment, civil, commercial, and criminal disputes, as well as arbitration and corporate advisory work. 

Mohammed advises and represents clients across all stages of dispute resolution, from strategic case assessment and settlement negotiations to litigation and arbitration proceedings. He has extensive experience drafting legal submissions, reviewing and negotiating contracts, providing legal opinions, and handling complex commercial and construction disputes. Prior to joining Global, he held senior legal positions in private practice, multinational companies, and government institutions, including serving as a prosecutor within Sudan’s Ministry of Justice. 

Mohammed holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Khartoum and is fluent in both Arabic and English. 

Khadija is an Associate in GA’s Muscat office with seven years of experience in dispute resolution and litigation. Her practice focuses on employment, commercial, civil, criminal, and administrative disputes, with particular experience advising clients on employment and commercial matters. 

Khadija represents clients before the Omani courts and assists with all stages of dispute resolution, from case assessment and legal research to drafting submissions, managing proceedings, and negotiating settlements. She also has experience preparing and reviewing commercial contracts and advising on regulatory and employment-related issues. In addition to her litigation practice, she supports complex matters through legal research and case analysis. 

Throughout her practice at GA, Khadija has worked on a broad range of disputes, including matters arising in the oil and gas sector. She holds a master’s degree in Commercial Law and an LL.B. with Distinction and is fluent in Arabic and English. 

Aya is an Associate in Global’s Abu Dhabi office with six years of experience in arbitration, commercial and litigation, and bankruptcy and restructuring matters. Her practice focuses on advising clients across the healthcare, infrastructure and energy, and technology, media and telecommunications sectors. 

Aya assists clients throughout stages of dispute resolution, from legal research and case strategy to drafting submissions, court filings, and arbitration-related documents. She has developed experience in insolvency, restructuring, liquidation, and complex commercial disputes, helping clients navigate and commercial issues. Known for her analytical approach and attention to detail, she works with clients to develop practical and effective legal solutions. 

Aya graduated with distinction in Law and Political Science from Sorbonne University and holds an LL.M. in International Dispute Resolution from the University of Birmingham, with a focus on arbitration and emerging technologies. 

Asaal is a Trainee Lawyer in Global’s Muscat office, focusing on corporate and commercial matters across sectors, including healthcare, financial services, transportation and logistics, infrastructure and energy, technology, media and telecommunications, and maritime and shipping. 

She supports clients on corporate matters, including company incorporations, restructurings, share transfers, liquidations, and the drafting and review of commercial agreements. Asaal assists with legal research, regulatory compliance, and due diligence exercises, helping clients navigate their business and legal requirements. 

Since joining Global, she has gained exposure to corporate advisory and dispute resolution matters, building on experience gained through legal training and placements within judicial and regulatory institutions in Oman. Asaal holds a Bachelor of Laws from Sultan Qaboos University and is fluent in Arabic and English. 

Abdulmajeed is an Associate in Global’s Muscat office with 13 years of experience in dispute resolution, litigation, and advisory work. His practice focuses on commercial and civil litigation, construction disputes, employment matters, banking disputes, and criminal proceedings. 

He advises and represents clients across a range of contentious matters, assisting with case strategy, court proceedings, legal research, and dispute management. Abdulmajeed has experience handling commercial and civil claims, employment disputes, and regulatory matters, helping clients navigate challenges and protect their interests. His background includes experience in both private practice and the financial sector, giving him a practical understanding of the legal and commercial issues faced by businesses. 

In addition to his legal practice, Abdulmajeed serves as Vice President of the Omani Lawyers’ Association and is actively involved in legal education and professional development initiatives. 

Abdelsalam is a Legal Director in GA’s Dubai office with nearly 30 years of experience in dispute resolution, litigation, and legal advisory matters. His practice focuses on commercial and civil litigation, employment disputes, and criminal matters, advising clients across a broad range of sectors, including healthcare, education, financial services, real estate, transportation and logistics, hospitality, infrastructure and energy, and intellectual property. 

Abdelsalam represents multinational corporations, government entities, private businesses, and individuals in complex and high-value disputes, guiding clients from early-stage risk assessment through litigation, enforcement, and resolution. He also has significant experience handling professional negligence and malpractice claims before the Legal Affairs Department of the Government of Dubai. Known for his strategic approach and deep understanding of regional legal systems, Abdelsalam provides practical and effective solutions to help clients navigate challenging legal and commercial issues. 

Zaki is a Legal Director in Global’s Dubai office, with 33 years of legal experience across Egypt and UAE. He advises clients on complex Civil, Commercial, and Corporate matters, representing individuals and businesses in high-value disputes and delivering legal solutions tailored to their commercial objectives. 

Zaki has particular expertise in maritime law, including claims arising from carriage of goods by sea and cargo-related disputes. His career includes serving as legal counsel to CMA CGM, one of the world’s leading shipping companies, and as Legal Director of Kadmar Shipping in Egypt. A graduate of Alexandria University’s Faculty of Law, Zaki has practiced as an independent lawyer and trusted legal adviser to major local and international organizations. He is recognized for managing complex legal matters and providing clear, commercially focused legal guidance across diverse industries with excellence. 

Wasan is an Associate in Global’s Muscat office with 2 years of experience in Dispute Resolution. Her practice focuses on Commercial, Employment, and Civil Disputes, advising and representing clients throughout stages of Litigation. Wasan assists clients with case assessment, research, drafting statements of defence memoranda, reviewing contractual and evidentiary documents, and representing clients before Omani courts. She has experience handling matters, including Employment Disputes, contractual claims, insurance-related matters, and Civil Litigation. Through her work, Wasan provides legal solutions and supports clients in navigating complex legal issues. Known for her diligent and detail-oriented approach, she works with clients and colleagues to deliver responsive support. She is committed to continuously developing her expertise across a spectrum of dispute resolution matters and delivering legal services with professionalism and dedication in every case handled. 

Tima is an Associate and Team Leader in Global’s Dispute Resolution practice and is registered as a Legal Consultant with the Dubai Legal Affairs Department. She advises clients on complex commercial, civil, criminal, and regulatory disputes across the UAE. She has experience in high-value and high-profile matters, including multibillion-dirham commercial disputes, criminal proceedings, arbitral award enforcement, and jurisdictional disputes before the UAE’s courts. In 2025, Tima spoke on the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in the UAE as part of the DIAC Professional Diploma in International Arbitration. Tima advises clients in energy, healthcare, technology, and real estate sectors. She is an alumna of Université Paris-Sorbonne and is fluent in Arabic, English, and French, advising clients in each of these languages. Known for her strategic approach and commitment to excellence, Tima delivers practical legal solutions effectively. 

Shamsa is a Senior Associate and Team Leader in Global’s Abu Dhabi office with 10 years’ experience in dispute resolution, litigation, and corporate matters. Her practice focuses on commercial and civil litigation, criminal proceedings, and corporate disputes, with experience in real estate, financial services, and healthcare sectors. Shamsa advises and represents clients before UAE courts and government authorities, handling legal matters and developing effective dispute strategies. She has extensive experience managing court proceedings and high-value cases, delivering practical solutions tailored to clients’ needs. An Emirati lawyer, Shamsa holds a law degree from United Arab Emirates University and is a member of the All Emirates Association of Emirates Lawyers. She is recognised for her strong advocacy skills, commitment to client service, and professional excellence. Through her diligent approach, she provides trusted legal guidance across diverse industries. 

Sayfullah is an Associate in Global’s Abu Dhabi office with 9 years of legal experience, including 4 in the UAE. His practice focuses on dispute resolution, experience in commercial and civil litigation, commercial agency disputes, employment matters, bankruptcy and restructuring, criminal proceedings, and corporate and commercial issues. 

He advises and represents clients across a broad range of disputes, assisting with court proceedings, enforcement actions, case strategy, and dispute resolution matters. Sayfullah has particular experience in commercial agency matters involving agency relationships, distribution arrangements, and related regulatory and contractual disputes. Prior to joining Global’s Abu Dhabi office, he worked with the firm’s Corporate and Commercial team in Jordan, gaining experience in corporate advisory work and regulatory matters. Sayfullah holds a Bachelor of Laws from Applied Science University in Jordan and is admitted to the Jordanian Bar Association. 

Sarah is a Trainee in Global’s Dubai office and is part of the firm’s dispute resolution practice. Her work focuses on commercial and civil litigation, with experience supporting matters across the financial services, transportation, trade, and logistics sectors. 

Sarah assists legal teams on a wide range of contentious matters, including case preparation, legal research, drafting submissions, reviewing evidence, and supporting court and arbitration proceedings. Sarah has gained exposure to complex cross-border disputes, enforcement matters, and procedural issues, helping clients navigate challenging legal and commercial situations. Her experience also includes supporting litigation before the DIFC and ADGM Courts and conducting research on international arbitration and dispute resolution issues.  

Known for her analytical approach and attention to detail, Sarah works closely with colleagues and clients to deliver practical and effective legal support across all stages of a dispute. 

Nour is a Senior Associate and Head of Global’s Jordan Office, with over 13 years of experience in Corporate and Commercial Practice. She holds an LLB from the University of Jordan and an LLM in Technology, Telecommunications, and Media Law from Queen Mary University of London. Nour is licensed to practice law in Jordan and is a certified legal consultant in Dubai. 

She advises clients across various industries on corporate governance, restructuring, transactions, M&A, legal drafting, negotiations, employment matters, and regulatory consultations. Nour has developed particular expertise in the finance, banking, and technology sectors through her involvement in complex projects. Known for her responsive and client-focused approach, she provides practical legal advice and strategic solutions. Nour is frequently nominated to represent Global at local and international events, reflecting her strong reputation as a trusted legal professional. 

Nazanin is an Associate in Global’s Dubai office with over 9 years of experience advising clients on arbitration, commercial and civil litigation, employment matters, bankruptcy and restructuring, and corporate and commercial disputes. Her practice focuses on representing clients across a range of sectors, including healthcare, real estate, transportation and logistics, infrastructure and energy, technology, media and telecommunications, and maritime and shipping. 

Nazanin has experience assisting clients in complex disputes before UAE courts and arbitral tribunals, including cross-border and multi-jurisdictional matters. She regularly supports clients through all stages of dispute resolution, from case assessment and strategy to proceedings and enforcement. With a strong understanding of both civil and common law frameworks, she provides practical and commercially focused advice tailored to clients’ needs. Nazanin is fluent in Farsi, English, and Arabic. 

Moustafa is an Associate in Global’s Dubai office with 10 years of experience advising clients on corporate and commercial matters. His practice focuses on corporate structuring and restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, and bankruptcy and restructuring matters, with particular experience in the healthcare, education, real estate, and trade sectors. 

Moustafa advises clients on a broad range of corporate matters, from company formation and governance to strategic transactions and business reorganizations. He regularly assists with drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, share transfers, corporate resolutions, and transactional documents, while supporting clients through regulatory and compliance requirements. He also has significant experience establishing onshore, free zone, and offshore entities and coordinating with government authorities on corporate matters. 

Qualified as a lawyer in Egypt, Moustafa holds a law degree from Alexandria University and is fluent in both Arabic and English. 

Mona is a Legal Associate at Global with 15+ years of experience in litigation and dispute resolution. Her practice focuses on civil and commercial disputes, employment, rental, insolvency, and the enforcement of foreign, GCC, and DIFC judgments. She advises clients from assessment through litigation and resolution, providing advice across sectors. Her experience includes matters, including multibillion-dirham disputes and criminal cases involving money laundering, fraud, bribery, and embezzlement. 

Before joining Global in 2019, Mona built experience in Egypt and the UAE. She served as a Legal Associate and member of the Disciplinary and Risk Management Committees for an international sporting event in Abu Dhabi. Mona holds a Law degree from the Faculty of Law in Egypt, is a member of the Egyptian Bar Association, and is registered as a Legal Consultant with Dubai’s Legal Affairs Department. 

Luqman is a Senior Associate at Global’s Muscat office with nearly 25 years of legal experience. His practice focuses on dispute resolution and arbitration. His work centers on construction and employment disputes, as well as civil, commercial, and criminal matters, in addition to arbitration proceedings across industries. Luqman advises and represents clients in disputes before Omani courts and arbitral tribunals, drawing on his legal experience in litigation, regulatory matters, and alternative dispute resolution. He is a certified arbitrator accredited by the Supreme Judicial Council in the Sultanate of Oman, and an accredited arbitrator with the Omani Olympic Committee. He is a member of the Appeals Committee at the Financial Services Authority in Oman and served as a member of the Dispute Resolution Chamber of the Oman Football Association. He is fluent in Arabic and English. 

Jessica is an Associate in Global’s Dubai office, advising international clients on commercial disputes before the UAE Courts. Her practice covers commercial litigation, debt recovery, employment disputes, execution proceedings, and real estate litigation. She has expertise in real estate disputes, acting for developers, purchasers, contractors, hotel operators, and stakeholders in matters arising from off-plan developments. Her experience includes disputes involving handovers, SPAs, property management agreements, and claims arising from project delays and hotel management schemes. Jessica represents clients throughout all stages of litigation, from assessment to court proceedings, appeals, settlements, and enforcement. Jessica is admitted in Lebanon, where she practiced for 6 years, and is a member of the Beirut Bar Association.  

She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master’s degree in International Business Law and is fluent in Arabic, French, and English. 

Jawaher is an Associate in Global’s Dubai office with five years of experience advising clients on criminal matters, commercial and civil litigation, and corporate and commercial issues. Her practice focuses on representing clients across sectors, and is licensed to appear before UAE courts including education, financial services, real estate, hospitality and leisure, and transportation, trade, and logistics. 

Jawaher assists clients throughout stages of dispute resolution, from investigations and case assessment to litigation, enforcement, and settlement negotiations. She has experience handling criminal proceedings, commercial disputes, debt recovery, and regulatory issues, as well as supporting clients on corporate and commercial matters. Known for her analytical approach and attention to detail, she advises on litigation strategy, risk, and procedural matters. 

Jawaher works with clients to develop practical solutions and is committed to delivering responsive, focused legal support. 

Ibrahim is a Legal Director and Team Leader at Global Advocacy & Legal Counsel, with 30 years of experience across Sudan and the United Arab Emirates. He holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Khartoum, Sudan. 

Ibrahim advises regional and international clients on complex disputes, civil and commercial litigation, with expertise in settlement negotiations, debt recovery, and enforcement proceedings. He advises on contract drafting, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and corporate advisory matters, delivering practical and focused legal solutions across a range of industries. 

Prior to joining Global, Ibrahim held senior legal positions, including Head of the Litigation Department, where he managed complex litigation matters and led legal teams in high-value and significant disputes. 

Ibrahim is a member of the Sudan Bar Association and has rights of audience before all Sudanese courts. He is fluent in Arabic and English. 

Graziella is an Associate in Global’s Dubai office with 15 years of legal experience in dispute resolution and litigation. Graziella’s practice focuses on commercial and civil litigation, construction, real estate, and employment disputes. She represents international clients in a range of sectors, including real estate, construction, hospitality, and leisure. 

Graziella advises and represents clients throughout every stage of the dispute resolution process, from the initial assessment of claims and development of litigation strategy to court proceedings, settlement negotiations, and enforcement of judgments. Her experience encompasses commercial, civil, construction, employment, and real estate disputes before the UAE courts, enabling her to provide practical, focused advice tailored to each client’s objectives. 

Graziella is admitted to the Lebanese Bar Association and holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Lebanon. She is fluent in Arabic and English. 

Faisal is a Junior Associate in Global’s Dubai office with 4 years of experience advising clients on commercial and civil litigation, employment disputes, and criminal matters. His practice focuses on representing clients across sectors, including hospitality and leisure, technology, media and telecommunications, financial services, and transportation, trade, and logistics. 

Faisal assists clients throughout stages of dispute resolution, from case assessment and research to drafting submissions, settlement negotiations, and court proceedings. He has experience handling commercial, civil, labour, and criminal disputes, and advises on contractual and risk-related issues. Known for his strong drafting skills and practical approach, he works with clients to develop solutions tailored to their objectives. 

Faisal is a registered legal consultant in Dubai, a member of Syrian Bar Association, and holds an LL.B. from Damascus University. He is fluent in Arabic and English. 

Amjad is a Legal Director in Global’s Abu Dhabi office with 30 years of experience in dispute resolution, litigation, and insolvency matters. His practice focuses on commercial litigation, employment disputes, bankruptcy and restructuring, construction disputes, and criminal matters. He advises and represents clients across a range of sectors, including healthcare, financial services, transportation and logistics, hospitality, infrastructure and energy, education, and technology. 

Amjad has extensive experience handling complex disputes, including insolvency and restructuring proceedings, agency disputes, employment claims, and commercial litigation. He advises clients on dispute strategy, enforcement proceedings, and risk management. Before joining Global in 2018, he held senior and roles in Jordan and the UAE. He holds a Bachelor of Laws from University of Jordan and is admitted to practice in Jordan. 

Nasser Al Osaiba is a Senior Partner at Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel. With more than 27 years of experience, he advises local and international clients on complex commercial disputes, shareholder disputes, construction and infrastructure claims, project finance, Islamic finance, insolvency, restructuring, and bankruptcy-related matters across the UAE.

Nasser is licensed to appear before all UAE courts, including the Federal Supreme Court and the Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah Courts. He also regularly acts as UAE law co-counsel in international arbitrations and advises foreign counsel on UAE law matters before arbitral tribunals and common law courts. For more than 18 years, he has served on the Umm Al Quwain Rent Dispute Committee, contributing to the resolution of disputes involving landlords, tenants, and developers. Nasser holds a Bachelor’s degree in Shari’ah and Law from UAE University and an LL.M. in Commercial Law from the University of Melbourne.

Ayman Merdas is a Senior Partner at Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel with more than 25 years of experience in criminal, civil, and commercial law. He regularly represents clients in complex, high-stakes matters before all levels of the UAE courts, including the Federal Supreme Court.

Ayman is particularly experienced in white-collar and financial crime, advising on matters involving fraud, embezzlement, bribery, corruption, money laundering, and cross-border judicial cooperation. He also advises individuals and corporations on criminal complaints, regulatory exposure, and risk management. Licensed across all UAE courts, he brings a strong understanding of the civil, Shari’ah, and common law systems that often intersect in multi-jurisdictional matters. His approach is defined by clarity, discretion, and confident handling of sensitive proceedings.

Ali Al Hashimi is the Regional Managing Partner of Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel and one of the UAE’s most experienced litigators. With more than 25 years of experience, he advises local, regional, and international clients on complex civil and commercial disputes, with particular strength in banking, Islamic finance, securities, construction, real estate, and corporate matters.

Ali is licensed to appear before all UAE courts, including the Federal Supreme Court and the DIFC Courts. He is also a member of the ICC International Court of Arbitration. His work is defined by deep knowledge of the Gulf’s legal and financial landscape, combined with a strong understanding of the civil, Shari’ah, and common law systems that shape high-stakes disputes across the region.

Abdullah Al Owimari is a Partner and Head of Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel’s Oman office. With more than 15 years of experience, he advises clients on corporate, civil, commercial, criminal, and administrative matters, combining advisory depth with strong litigation capability.

Before joining Global, Abdullah held senior roles in leading Omani law firms, served as executive manager of one of Oman’s largest firms, and worked as in-house counsel at Oman International Bank. He advises local, regional, and international clients on a wide range of disputes and corporate matters, with particular strength in navigating the Omani legal system. Licensed to appear before all courts in the Sultanate of Oman, he brings a strong command of both civil and Shari’ah law to complex and sensitive matters.

Muhammad Bilal Ramzan is a Partner at Global Advocacy with more than 10 years of experience in corporate advisory work and dispute resolution. His practice focuses on corporate governance and compliance, structuring and restructuring, employment matters, mergers and acquisitions, claims, and arbitration.

Muhammad advises clients on transactions from early-stage structuring through to due diligence, negotiation, and execution, with particular strength in corporate setup, licensing, and governance. He also supports clients in assessing potential disputes and taking early steps to manage legal risk. Before joining Global’s Muscat office, he worked at a leading law firm in Pakistan, where he advised on corporate matters and represented clients before courts and tribunals. He holds an LLM from the University of Cambridge and is a licensed advocate of the High Courts of Pakistan.

Hana Al Khatib is a Partner at Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel with broad experience across litigation, arbitration, and advisory work. She advises clients on civil and commercial disputes, employment matters, construction, restructuring, regulatory matters.

Hana has particular strength in employment law, where she supports clients on workplace investigations, contracts, policies, terminations, Emiratisation, and contentious matters before the labour courts. She has also worked on some of the region’s most significant restructuring and insolvency matters, advising on the interaction between onshore UAE law and ADGM proceedings. Admitted to the Jordanian Bar Association and qualified as a Legal Project Manager, Hana combines strong legal judgement with practical project management discipline and is known for helping clients navigate technically complex matters with clarity and control.

Sleiman Jorr is a Partner at Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel with extensive experience across transactional work, banking and finance, and dispute resolution. He advises local, regional, and international clients on complex commercial matters, with particular strength in banking and finance disputes, including matters involving Islamic finance.

Sleiman regularly acts in high-value litigation and arbitration proceedings across the UAE, advising on disputes arising from major projects, commercial arrangements, and financial products. His experience includes acting for banks, financial institutions, and corporate clients in technically complex matters where legal, financial, and commercial issues intersect. He is known for combining strong transactional understanding with contentious capability, helping clients navigate disputes with a clear view of the wider business context.

Patric Mc Gonigal is a Partner and Head of Arbitration and Common Law Practice at Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel. Dual qualified as a barrister in Ireland and a solicitor in England and Wales, he advises on commercial, trade, energy, construction, fraud, shipping, and insurance disputes across multiple jurisdictions.

Patric has practiced in London and across key arbitral centres in Asia, including Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Tokyo, and now leads Global’s offshore disputes practice in the UAE. He has extensive experience in international arbitration under major institutional rules and advises on matters before DIAC, the DIFC Courts, and the ADGM Courts. A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, he also sits on several international arbitral panels and is recognised for his cross-border strategic judgement and deep understanding of complex dispute resolution.

Hassan Al Shaqsi is a Senior Partner at Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel with more than 26 years of experience in commercial, civil, and criminal litigation across the UAE. He advises and represents a broad range of clients, including corporations, financial institutions, contractors, and private individuals, on sensitive and high-value disputes.

Before qualifying as a lawyer, Hassan served with Dubai Police, giving him first-hand knowledge of the UAE criminal justice system that continues to inform his litigation practice. He is licensed to appear before all UAE courts, including the Federal Courts and local judicial authorities. His experience spans construction, labour, banking, insurance, bankruptcy, and restructuring, and he is known for handling complex disputes with discretion, precision, and strong strategic judgement.