Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri's dispute resolution practice is highlighted by clients for its 'straightforward and comprehensive strategy', owing to the team's 'diverse background that employs varied experiences from the region'. The team offers its extensive breadth of expertise in numerous sectors, including the energy, defence, construction, insurance, finance, technology and maritime industries. The team offers a similarly broad spectrum of expertise in cases, advising clients on disputes arising from external economic shocks, complex and high-value loans involving several stakeholders, cutting-edge infrastructure, aviation and energy projects, and other issues where novel areas of law may arise. Hani Al Naddaf heads the team, and is retained by clients for his 'commercial perspective' in diverse areas, including litigation involving debt recovery, construction and employment, along with international commercial arbitration, areas that Roy Georgiades also frequently advises on. Khushboo Shahdadpuri is often sought after for commercial and construction arbitrations, especially those with a cross-border component. Maysa Sleiman joined the team in December 2023.

Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners‘ dispute resolution department is praised by clients for providing 'best-in-class, professional legal solutions'. The team offers advice on a broad spectrum of complex, high-value litigation. Its 'extensive expertise' and 'strong ability to handle legal and technical matters' demonstrates itself in the various construction and real estate sector matters the team handles, along with cases in the engineering, hospitality, technology, and oil and gas sectors. Many of the department's mandates involve multiple stakeholders and jurisdictions, and include transactional disputes, shareholder disputes involving corporate governance and culpability, tax, and other areas. Founding partner Sultan Al-Abdulla is noted for his 'huge expertise and knowledge of all sectors within Qatar', and co-leads the team with Ashraf Feshawi and Ahmed Durrani, who acts in high-value commercial arbitration and construction sector disputes, an area that Umang Singh is also highly active in.

The dispute resolution department at Clyde & Co LLP has 'particular expertise in large construction and infrastructure disputes', with the team bringing extensive experience in recovery claims, such as those arising from perceived disruptions and loss of productivity during the construction of projects. In addition, the team has a breadth of expertise in other areas, such as the engineering, oil and gas, hospitality and technology sectors, and acts in disputes pertaining to corporate governance, taxation and shareholder conflicts in both local and foreign jurisdictions. Jonathan Parker 'demonstrates excellence' as head of the dispute resolution team, lending to the department his expertise in infrastructure, energy and construction disputes, including through arbitration. Laura Warren has over 15 years of experience in dispute resolution, including local and international arbitration.

DLA Piper's dispute resolution team is noted by clients for its ‘high competency, direct approach and availability', leveraging the firm's international presence to advise multinational clients on cross-border disputes. The department stands out for its track record in cases in the construction industry, and is retained to advise clients on disputes both in Qatar and those occurring abroad, including Europe. George Vlavianos co-heads the team with Andrew Mackenzie. Mackenzie's background in commercial cases, including shareholder disputes, white-collar crime and international arbitration in the technology and financial industries, complements Vlavianos' focus on energy and construction sector disputes, along with his work in regional matters.

Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP‘s litigation and dispute department operates in some of 'the most complex and high-profile cases in the jurisdiction'. It is equipped to act in a range of matters, demonstrating particular strength in employment-related cases, including contract termination disputes, professional negligence and payment claims. In addition, the team is active across a range of sectors, notably the construction, finance and hospitality industries. Alexander Whyatt is highlighted by clients for his 'excellent intellect, superb legal skills, and the practical ability to lead large teams in difficult cases', and co-heads the team with Dani Kabbani, who is a go-to practitioner for disputes requiring expertise in the financial and real estate sectors. Construction-sector clients also benefit from Shalagh Massingham's experience in construction arbitration.

The dispute resolution department at K&L Gates is composed of ‘a very wide selection of skilled individuals‘, lending to the team its capacity to handle a diverse range of disputes, including those involving several parties, multi-jurisdictional work, high-value claims and breaches of less common contract types. The team is active across a breadth of industries, including construction, media, engineering and real estate. Matthew Walker heads the team, offering over 25 years of experience in dispute resolution, especially construction-related cases, while Guillaume Hess is retained for his experience in representing international contractors and public and private owners in project-related disputes.

Pinsent Masons LLP‘s dispute resolution department provides a strong offering for matters in the real estate, hospitality and infrastructure sectors. The team represents both local and international clients in various matters resolved through litigation or arbitration, with notable expertise in cases involving breach of contract claims and sub-contractors. Pamela McDonald is recommended by clients for her 'effective and to-the-point advice, legally and commercially', and heads the Doha office, along with co-heading the international arbitration team. The team has grown with the addition of Richard Ashmore and Aya Elwadi  in February 2024.

Rashid Al Saad heads the dispute resolution department at Sharq Law Firm, which is noted by clients for its ‘grasp of complex delay, quantum and technical issues‘, and oversees debt and costs claims in the construction and real estate sector, along with financial disputes pertaining to Islamic banking. Al Saad's extensive background in local disputes, as well as cross-border commercial matters, is complemented by Abdelraouf Elbekei's extensive litigation background. Marwa Ali Bamatraf has represented several multinational companies, along with government entities, in various civil and commercial disputes.

The dispute resolution team at White & Case LLP is noted by clients as 'extremely thorough and hugely experienced in construction disputes', leveraging the firm's international expertise to resolve matters pertaining to settlement claims, employment disputes, project delays and costs. The team has notable experience in the financial, real estate, construction and public infrastructure sectors, and along with high-value local litigation, frequently acts for clients in cross-border arbitrations. Payvand Vahdat and Michael Turrini continue to co-head the team, with Vahdat's expertise in projects disputes complementing Turini's arbitration expertise, often in cross-border matters. Verena Groß is praised by clients for her 'exceptional organisational skills and deep knowledge of construction disputes'. 

Addleshaw Goddard's disputes practice is noted for its 'good insight into the market in Qatar'. The team advises clients on disputes arising from a broad spectrum of sectors, particularly the infrastructure, finance and construction industries. The team is additionally adept in arbitration, and often handles multi-jurisdictional cases.  Stephen Burke co-heads the team with Bevan Farmer, who is highlighted by clients as 'personable, efficient and responsive'. 

The team at Al Sulaiti Law Firm brings together 'highly specialised professionals with notable achievement' to pursue the resolution of contentious construction sector matters in particular, such as labour disputes, damage claims and contractual matters. Mubarak Al Sulaiti, Hussam Tantawy, Atef Abdulfattah, Mohammed Saleh and Amr Hossam jointly lead the team, all holding a broad range of experience in civil litigation, along with various cross-border arbitration disputes, in matters involving corporate, debt recovery, employment and other areas of law.

Crowell & Moring LLP‘s international dispute resolution department is praised for its 'excellent legal and analytical skills' and 'thorough knowledge of the local practices and regulations in Qatar'. It is equipped to act in both local and international matters pertaining to breach of contract, leasing, damages and debt claims, and collusion. The team is particularly active in the finance industry, and frequently acts in cross-border matters involving the US and Asian jurisdictions. Charbel Maakaron leads the team, and is a port of call for regulatory and transactional disputes in the equity, automotive, and oil and gas sectors. Marc Moubarak and Matthew Williams are sought after by clients for disputes involving construction, project finance and tax.

The dispute resolution team at DWF has been praised for its 'exceptional understanding of construction and engineering disputes', along with its 'combined strength and cohesiveness'. The team has notable experience in litigation and arbitration, especially those pertaining to construction or infrastructure, including claims for perceived breaches or insufficient performance, payment claims, and cross-border asset disputes. Kirk Durrant continues to head the team, drawing on over 16 years of experience in disputes, especially in arbitration, and is assisted by the international expertise of Ahmed Habib, and Alexander Kelsall's construction and energy sector experience.

Noted for their 'depth of knowledge in their respective practice areas', along with 'their ability to approach each case with a fresh, strategic perspective', the dispute resolution lawyers at Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm regularly act in contract breach, debt and tax disputes, and other contentious areas in the construction, sports, and oil and gas industries. Founding partner Essa Mohammed Al Sulaiti continues to co-head the team with Ricardo Cid, who is highly active in cross-border matters and delayed payment disputes, along with Abdulaziz Al Darban. Associates Ameera Al Said and Rouba Raed joined the firm in March 2024.

Praised for its 'exceptional expertise, dedication and innovative approach to resolving complex legal matters', the dispute resolution department at Hamad Al Yafei Law Firm is a port of call for breach of contract disputes, including cases involving sub-contractors, most commonly in the construction, health, engineering and consulting sectors. With over 20 years of experience in dispute resolution, founding partner Hamad Al Yafei continues to co-head the team with Mustafa Basyoni, whose experience includes litigation and international arbitration in the construction, technology, manufacturing and real estate sectors.

The dispute resolution department at Rashed al Marri in association with Claudia el Hage Law Offices is praised for its ‘intimate knowledge of the commercial practices and local laws in Qatar’. It stands out for its expertise in damages claims and breach of contract and sub-contracts matters. The team acts regularly in the construction sector, along with handling disputes in the technology industry. Rashed Raja Al Marri and Claudia El Hage co-lead the team, with the latter noted for being ‘excellent in both research, knowledge of the law and in advocacy’. In addition, Amale El Baba heads the team’s litigation matters, particularly in cases involving complex commercial and construction-industry related issues, while Myriam Eid oversees the team’s arbitration matters.