Upcoming Dispute Resolution in the UAE: A Practical Masterclass | 26 November 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM | In-Person | DIFC Academy
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Dispute Resolution in the UAE: A Practical Masterclass
Join LexisNexis and DIFC Academy for an in-person masterclass exploring litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution in the UAE. This focused session examines the legal and commercial considerations that shape dispute resolution, with practical insights into forum selection, risk assessment, case management, and enforcement.
Drawing on real-life case studies, the session offers a practitioner’s perspective on courtroom dynamics, examining strategies that proved effective, those that fell short, and the lessons they hold for legal practice. Whether you advise clients or manage disputes within your organisation, this workshop will equip you to approach key decisions with greater clarity and confidence.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Thursday, 26 November 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon (UAE)
Venue: DIFC Academy
Accreditation: 2 CLPD Accredited Points
Certification: Includes comprehensive course handouts and a Certificate of Completion
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Compare UAE dispute resolution options for commercial disputes
- Evaluate key factors in forum selection and dispute strategy
- Identify priorities for risk assessment, case management, and interim relief
- Assess enforcement considerations for judgments and arbitral awards, including cross-border cases
SPEAKER
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Tariq Khan Partner & Head of International Arbitration & Litigation, M&CO Legal Tariq Khan is Partner and Head of International Disputes at M&CO Legal (UAE), specializing in international arbitration and complex cross-border disputes, with a particular focus on proceedings before the Dubai International Financial Centre Courts and Abu Dhabi Global Market Courts. His practice encompasses arbitration-related litigation, enforcement of arbitral awards and foreign judgments, and urgent interim and injunctive relief in high-value commercial disputes. He regularly represents sovereign linked entities, multinational corporations and high-net-worth individuals across the Middle East and Asia.He appears as counsel in arbitrations conducted under major institutional rules including ICC, DIAC, LCIA and SIAC, and advises on disputes arising from construction and infrastructure projects, energy and oil & gas ventures, joint ventures, shareholder conflicts, financial services and hospitality operations. Several matters argued by him have contributed to the development of DIFC jurisprudence, particularly on appellate standards, separability and governing law of arbitration agreements, and the supervisory role of the Courts in support of arbitration.In addition to acting as counsel, Tariq serves as an arbitrator on the panels of multiple international arbitral institutions and has rendered awards in commercial, infrastructure and financial disputes exceeding USD 10 million in value. He is also a published author on arbitration law, contributing regularly to international legal platforms including Kluwer Arbitration Blog and LexisNexis Middle East. |
ACCREDITATION:
2 CLPD Accredited Points
WHY ATTEND?
This masterclass is designed for legal professionals advising on, managing, or resolving commercial disputes in the UAE, including:
- Dispute resolution lawyers and litigators seeking practical perspectives on forum selection, dispute strategy, and enforcement
- In-house counsel and legal managers responsible for assessing exposure, managing disputes, and instructing external counsel
- Commercial and corporate lawyers advising on contractual risks and dispute resolution provisions
- Arbitration and ADR practitioners seeking a broader understanding of the UAE dispute resolution landscape
- Legal consultants and junior lawyers developing their knowledge of commercial dispute resolution practice
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Dispute Resolution in the UAE: A Practical Masterclass | 26 November 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM | In-Person | DIFC Academy
26/11/2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
