We are running a confidential search at partner level. The requirement is re-confirmed each cycle with the client, and what follows is the current brief.

Senior litigation partner role based in Dubai for an established international law practice. The role will lead commercial litigation matters across the region, manage client relationships and grow a high-value disputes practice from the office.

The successful candidate will join a multi-specialist disputes team, take ownership of complex commercial litigation work, and play an active role in business development and mentoring junior lawyers.

Established partner-level experience in commercial litigation.
Track record of originating and developing client relationships in the UAE / GCC market.
Admission/qualification to practise in a relevant jurisdiction and ability to work in Dubai.
Portable book of business of £500k+ (GBP)

If the fit is not obvious on paper, a conversation is still worth having — these mandates flex around the right practice.

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Confidential. We never contact your current employer.