Published on Shuaib Alsuwaidi Advocates And Legal Consultants, this page presents a research-driven, independent list highlighting the top 10 legal practitioners operating in Dubai for 2026. Key Highlights Selection Criteria: Lawyers are evaluated based on their local UAE legal experience, rankings in major international directories (e.g., Chambers & Partners, Legal 500), involvement in landmark/high-value cases, reputation among clients, and dual-forum expertise across both Dubai Courts (Civil Law) and DIFC Courts (Common Law). Scope of Expertise: Covers high-stakes practice areas including Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), International Arbitration, Energy/Infrastructure, Real Estate, and High-Net-Worth Business Litigation. Featured Top 10 Lawyers Overview # Lawyer Associated Law Firm Primary Focus & Note 1 Ahmad Abdulla Ahli Ahmad Abdulla Ahli Advocates Civil/Commercial, Real Estate & Litigation. Former Judge of the UAE Court of Cassation and Chairman of the Real Estate & Labor Courts (24+ years judicial experience). 2 Essam Al Tamimi Al Tamimi & Company Corporate Law & Dispute Resolution. Founder of the largest law firm in the Middle East. 3 Dr. Habib Al Mulla Baker McKenzie Habib Al Mulla Regulatory, Corporate & Arbitration. Influential figure in drafting UAE legal frameworks. 4 Mohammed Al-Shukairy Clifford Chance M&A, Banking & Finance. Known for handling major regional cross-border corporate transactions. 5 David Foster A&O Shearman Corporate M&A & Private Equity. Advises global investors and multinationals across the Middle East. 6 Marwan Elaraby Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Energy, Infrastructure & Projects. Senior advisor to sovereign wealth funds and energy giants. 7 Pervez Akhtar Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer Private Equity & Restructuring. Handles large-scale international investments and acquisitions. 8 Scott Campbell Linklaters Corporate Finance & Joint Ventures. Specializes in complex commercial and regulatory structuring. 9 Sami Tannous International Practice International Arbitration. Focuses on high-value dispute resolution across international tribunals. 10 Shuhaib Al Suwaidi Shuaib Alsuwaidi Advocates Corporate Litigation. Former Head of Dubai Customs and Dubai Police, advising high-net-worth clients.