International Arbitration Counsel

International Arbitration Counsel — BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates

BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP seeks an International Arbitration Counsel to join our DIFC office. This role involves handling complex international arbitration proceedings under DIAC, ICC, LCIA-DIFC, and ad hoc arbitration rules, with a focus on construction, energy, and infrastructure disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as lead counsel in international arbitration proceedings seated in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other GCC jurisdictions
• Draft statements of case, witness statements, and legal submissions for arbitration tribunals
• Advise on enforcement of arbitral awards under the UAE Arbitration Law (Federal Law No. 6/2018) and New York Convention
• Handle DIAC (Dubai International Arbitration Centre) and ADCCAC arbitration proceedings
• Manage expert appointments, document production, and hearing logistics for international proceedings
• Represent clients in DIFC Courts proceedings related to arbitration (supervisory jurisdiction under Article 5A)

International Arbitration Counsel — BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates

BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP seeks an International Arbitration Counsel to join our DIFC office. This role involves handling complex international arbitration proceedings under DIAC, ICC, LCIA-DIFC, and ad hoc arbitration rules, with a focus on construction, energy, and infrastructure disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as lead counsel in international arbitration proceedings seated in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other GCC jurisdictions
• Draft statements of case, witness statements, and legal submissions for arbitration tribunals
• Advise on enforcement of arbitral awards under the UAE Arbitration Law (Federal Law No. 6/2018) and New York Convention
• Handle DIAC (Dubai International Arbitration Centre) and ADCCAC arbitration proceedings
• Manage expert appointments, document production, and hearing logistics for international proceedings
• Represent clients in DIFC Courts proceedings related to arbitration (supervisory jurisdiction under Article 5A)

• 8+ years PQE with a focus on international arbitration, preferably with Middle East experience
• Strong advocacy and written submission skills
• Experience with DIAC, ICC, LCIA, and LCIA-DIFC arbitration rules
• Knowledge of UAE Federal Arbitration Law (Federal Law No. 6/2018)
• Qualified in a common law or civil law jurisdiction
• Fluency in English essential; Arabic and French are advantageous
• Willingness to travel within the GCC for hearings and client meetings