Hossam Elsoufary

Senior Associate

Hossam is a bilingual lawyer, with over eleven years of extensive experience in the UAE, specializing in dispute resolution. His in-depth knowledge and exceptional understanding of the principles of civil code empower him to provide insightful legal support to national and multinational clients on the correct interpretation and application of the law.

Throughout his career, Hossam has earned a strong reputation for the exceptional support he offers his clients. His effective communication skills and commitment to delivering superior quality service are hallmarks of his practice.

Being a litigator, Hossam has garnered extensive experience in drafting various types of memos, submissions, and applications before the UAE Courts. He successfully handled several complex commercial claims as well as numerous construction disputes that involved arguments related to the UAE laws’ position towards the concurrent delay, nominated subcontractors, and the employer’s right to apply the LDs.

Hossam further plays an active role along with the Arbitration Department, where he advises on a wide range of complex cases under leading institutional arbitration rules, including in particular DIAC, and ADCCAC, in both Arabic and English languages. He is experienced in both UAE and international arbitration across a variety of areas.

Hossam brings a wealth of experience in ratifying and recognizing arbitration awards, adeptly countering significant challenges from opposing parties who have sought to nullify these awards. Despite assertions regarding issues such as party lack of capacity and the invalidity of arbitration agreements, Hossam has consistently proven his capability to uphold the validity and integrity of these awards.