Mohamad Ezz Al Arab

With more than 20 years of experience in litigation management across the UAE's civil, commercial, and criminal jurisdictions, Mr. Mohamad Ezz Al Arab leads all litigation at Al Safar & Partners as Head of the Litigation Department. His command of UAE procedural law and deep familiarity with the courts of Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and the federal level make the department exceptionally effective for clients facing high-stakes disputes.

The department's litigation practice covers a wide range of contentious matters: commercial contract disputes, corporate conflicts, construction and engineering claims, real estate litigation, employment disputes, debt collection and enforcement proceedings, banking disputes, and criminal matters. Mr. Ezz Al Arab is particularly respected for his ability to manage multi-party, high-value litigation efficiently — anticipating procedural hurdles and shaping strategy that maximizes client outcomes at every stage of the proceedings.

As Head of the Litigation Department, Mr. Ezz Al Arab leads litigation strategy, supervises cases, mentors the legal team, and reviews all major pleadings and legal submissions, which are filed before the courts by the firm's licensed UAE advocates. His hands-on leadership ensures that every case is handled with the precision and attention to detail that the UAE court system demands. He also regularly advises clients before disputes escalate, helping them understand their exposure and evaluate settlement options.

As a native Arabic speaker with strong command of English, Mr. Ezz Al Arab is particularly effective in matters involving Arabic-language contracts and government entities, coordinating closely with the firm's advocates and Arabic-speaking counterparts throughout each matter.