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An international law firm is seeking a lateral partner to lead and grow an oil and gas disputes practice across the Middle East, particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The role sits within a busy litigation team and will suit a partner with genuine sector depth in energy-related contentious work.

The position has a strong international arbitration focus, with significant instructions flowing from the oil and gas sector alongside construction and broader commercial disputes. The successful candidate will take on a mix of client-facing work, business development and practice building across two key regional markets.

The team is looking for a true specialist in energy disputes rather than a generalist arbitrator.

Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
Partner-level experience in oil and gas disputes
Strong international arbitration credentials
Exposure to construction and commercial disputes
Demonstrable specialism in the energy sector — not a generalist arbitrator

If the fit is not obvious on paper, it is usually still worth talking — partner briefs move with the candidate.

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