UAE Law and Practice Contributed by: Amir Alkhaja, Gerry Rogers, Daria Selivanova and Danila Kriuchkov, Habib Al Mulla & Partners
Habib Al Mulla & Partners was founded in 1984 and is a market-leading law firm headquartered in Dubai, with offices in Abu Dhabi, Istanbul, Moscow, Baghdad, Cairo and New Delhi. The firm brings together a team of 50+ lawyers who provide tailored legal advice across over 14 ar - eas of practice and serve clients in industries, ranging from finance and construction to ener - gy and technology. Renowned for its strength in dispute resolution, regulatory work and cross-
border transactions, the firm is consistently highly ranked, affirming its position among the region’s top-tier firms. Dr Habib Al Mulla, the firm’s founder, is one of the UAE’s most promi - nent legal figures and was instrumental in shap - ing major legislative reforms. His vision helped establish the Dubai International Financial Cen - tre (DIFC) – the UAE’s first financial free zone – solidifying the firm’s legacy as a pioneer in legal and regulatory advancement in the Middle East.
Authors
Amir Alkhaja is the managing partner of Habib Al Mulla & Partners and a licensed UAE lawyer with rights of audience before all UAE courts, including the Court of Cassation and the
Gerry Rogers is a corporate partner at Habib Al Mulla & Partners with over 14 years of legal experience in the Middle East, including 12 years in the UAE. He advises on M&A, joint
Supreme Court. With over 15 years of experience, he focuses on commercial, banking, and white-collar crime litigation, including Islamic finance disputes. A former Dubai Police officer, Amir brings a rare dual perspective of law enforcement and legal advocacy. He is widely respected for leading high-stakes disputes across the GCC and MENA regions, and for successfully guiding the firm through its recent transition to an independent, growth-focused practice.
ventures, corporate restructuring, regulatory compliance and market entry into the UAE. With a background in chemical engineering, Gerry brings a unique analytical approach to complex transactions. He regularly advises Emirati families, international investors and UAE-based enterprises. His leadership has been key in building a top-tier corporate/M&A practice, known for its strategic, cross-border capabilities and trusted by major clients such as Orascom, Invest Bank, and American Hospital.
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