Ogier's "seamless" Dubai team praised in Legal 500 EMEA 2026

Ogier’s “technically excellent” and “extremely reliable” Dubai office has been highlighted in the Legal 500 EMEA 2026 guide. 

Recognised for providing “high quality legal advice”, Ogier’s Dubai team has maintained its ranking for the second year running after opening its doors in the UAE in November 2023. 

Dubai practice partner David Welford said: “Congratulations to our Dubai-based team on these fantastic results and thank you to our clients for your continued trust and your valued feedback. 

“Our team’s continued recognition in the Legal 500 EMEA 2026 guide highlights the strength of our international capability from the UAE and the collaborative approach we take across jurisdictions. As the matters we advise on continue to grow in scale and sophistication – across disputes, funds and broader financial work – we remain focused on delivering technically robust, commercial and practical solutions that support clients in navigating complex cross-border environments.” 

Praise for Ogier’s Dubai practice 

Legal 500’s EMEA 2026 guide highlights the team’s technical strength, responsiveness and ability to deliver commercially grounded solutions.  

The team is praised for their ability to “combine the sophistication of a global powerhouse with the agility and attention of a boutique firm”.  

According to client feedback, “the Ogier practice stands out for its strategic depth, multi-jurisdictional reach, and seamless integration of legal, commercial and sector-specific expertise”.

Offering “excellent cross-border coordination”, the guide highlights Ogier’s capabilities and seamless collaboration across time zones, including global fund centres in the Caribbean and Europe.  

Recognition for Ogier's team in Dubai 

The practice’s balanced mix of senior leadership and specialist expertise continues to shape its reputation for clear international advice.  

Practice partner David Welford is recognised as a Leading Partner for his work on financial disputes, asset freezing and disclosure orders.  

Named a Leading Associate, counsel Dominic Athwal “stands out as responsive and commercially astute” and is recognised as “a key port of call for private equity funds”. He was also recently ranked Up and Coming by Chambers and Partners in its Global 2026 guide.

Meanwhile, contentious trusts specialist counsel Tina Asgarian and digital asset funds expert managing associate Ridhiima Kapoor are noted as key lawyers in the jurisdiction.