Interim

Legal Consultant — Litigation

  • Offices (2)Abu DhabiDubai
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience8+ PQE
  • PracticeLitigation

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Short-term interim role for experienced litigation lawyers to undertake full-time assignments in the UAE (typically Abu Dhabi or Dubai) through a global consulting platform. Assignments generally run around six months, with occasional shorter or flexible opportunities.

Work will cover commercial litigation matters across DIFC/ADGM and UAE local courts. Successful candidates will take ownership of case management while working alongside experienced in‑region teams and will be supported with professional development resources.

  • Minimum 8 years' post‑qualification litigation experience at a top‑tier law firm
  • Experience in DIFC/ADGM and UAE local courts
  • Preferably experienced in construction or banking & finance disputes
  • Fluency in Arabic, including drafting, is highly desirable
  • Practising certificate or equivalent entitling the candidate to practise in the region
  • Consultant mindset: flexible, professional and able to manage assignments independently

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