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DIAC Lawyers in Dubai – Arbitration, Disputes & Award Enforcement | Advocate Sanjay Dubbey

With the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) now functioning as the region’s primary arbitration institution, businesses across Dubai are increasingly turning to DIAC for fast, efficient, and internationally enforceable dispute resolution. DIAC’s modern rules, its flexible tribunal system, and its ability to handle high-value commercial disputes make it one of the most trusted arbitration platforms in the Middle East.

SDC Legal Consultants, led by Advocate Sanjay Dubbey, represents clients in DIAC arbitration proceedings across a wide range of industries — including construction, commercial contracting, finance, real estate, distribution, technology, and partnership disputes. Sanjay acts as counsel in both Dubai-seated and DIFC-seated DIAC arbitrations, ensuring clients benefit from the strongest strategic positioning.

What DIAC Arbitration Covers

DIAC arbitration is the preferred choice for:

  • Commercial contract disputes

  • Construction & engineering disputes

  • Real estate & property investment disputes

  • Shareholder, director & JV disputes

  • Agency & distribution conflicts

  • Professional negligence disputes

  • Service-level, outsourcing & facilities disputes

  • Technology and SaaS contract disputes

  • Logistics & supply chain claims

Whether you are initiating arbitration or defending against it, we take charge of your strategy from day one.

1️⃣ Pre-Arbitration Strategy & Case Assessment

Before any notice is filed, Sanjay conducts a complete review of:

  • The arbitration clause

  • Governing law

  • Seat (Dubai or DIFC)

  • Procedural requirements

  • Potential tribunal selection

  • Strength of underlying claims

  • Risks & settlement leverage

  • Time & cost implications

This stage is crucial. A well-planned strategy early on can reduce time, cost, disruption, and exposure.

2️⃣ Filing & Defending DIAC Arbitration Cases

We prepare and respond to:

  • Notice of Arbitration

  • Statement of Claim

  • Statement of Defence

  • Counterclaims

  • Reply / Rejoinder

  • Procedural requests

  • Redfern Schedules for disclosure

Sanjay ensures each submission is:

  • Clear

  • Factually correct

  • Legally grounded

  • Strategically aligned

  • Supported by the right evidence

Our approach follows international arbitration best practices and common-law advocacy standards.

3️⃣ Hearings, Evidence & Tribunal Management

We handle the full evidentiary process:

  • Witness statements

  • Cross-examination strategy

  • Expert reports (engineering, accounting, quantum)

  • Document production

  • Procedural hearings

  • Final hearings

We also coordinate with international experts and forensic specialists when required.

4️⃣ DIAC Award Enforcement (DIFC Courts or Dubai Courts)

Winning an arbitration is only half the job. Enforcing the award is critical.

We help with:

👉 Enforcement in DIFC Courts

  • Fast-track recognition

  • Conversion to DIFC judgment

  • Execution through Dubai Courts

👉 Enforcement directly in Dubai Courts

  • Ratification applications

  • Executory proceedings

  • Asset freezing & collection

👉 Enforcement of foreign DIAC awards

We handle complex cross-border enforcement and recognition issues.

5️⃣ Setting Aside DIAC Awards (Challenging Bad Awards)

If you received an unfair award or the tribunal committed procedural violations, you may have grounds to challenge.

We evaluate and pursue set-aside applications based on:

  • Lack of jurisdiction

  • Procedural irregularities

  • Conflict with public order

  • Improper tribunal formation

  • Failure to give parties the right to be heard

Setting aside is rare — but when appropriate, Sanjay provides a clear success assessment.

DIAC Clients Across Dubai

We serve clients located in:

  • DIFC

  • Dubai World Trade Centre

  • Business Bay

  • Downtown Dubai & Burj Khalifa District

  • Dubai Marina & JLT

  • Dubai South & JAFZA

  • Dubai Internet City & Media City

  • Al Barsha & Tecom

  • Ras Al Khor & Industrial clusters

Why Choose Advocate Sanjay Dubbey for DIAC Arbitration

  • 15+ years of UAE & DIFC dispute experience

  • Trained in international arbitration procedure

  • Strong drafting & advocacy skills

  • Deep knowledge of DIAC rules post-restructuring

  • Experience handling multimillion-dirham disputes

  • Bilateral experience with onshore & DIFC enforcement

  • Practical, business-first dispute strategy

Clients rely on Sanjay for strong preparation, clarity, and persuasive argumentation.

DIAC Arbitration FAQs

Q: Is DIAC arbitration legally binding in the UAE?

Yes. DIAC awards are legally binding and enforceable via DIFC Courts or Dubai Courts, depending on strategic preference.

Q: Can DIAC arbitration be chosen even if my contract mentions another jurisdiction?

Possibly. We assess your contract to see whether DIAC can be invoked or whether renegotiation is needed.

Q: How long does DIAC arbitration usually take?

Depending on complexity and tribunal, DIAC cases generally take 6–14 months from filing to award.

Q: Is DIAC arbitration confidential?

Yes. Proceedings are not public, which is a major advantage for commercial disputes.

Contact SDC Legal – DIAC Lawyers in Dubai

For arbitration, enforcement or dispute support, speak with:
Advocate Sanjay Dubbey – SDC Legal Consultants