Global Law Experts Welcomes Ashraf El Motei as Exclusive Dispute Resolution Expert for the United Arab Emirates

Global Law Experts is pleased to welcome Ashraf El Motei, Founder and Managing Partner of Motei & Associates, as our Exclusive Member for Dispute Resolution in the United Arab Emirates. With over 35 years of legal licensure, Ashraf El Motei is a highly experienced dispute resolution lawyer advising regional and international clients on complex litigation and arbitration matters across the UAE.

His appointment reflects his strong professional standing, deep procedural expertise, and long-established reputation for handling technically demanding disputes involving cross-border elements and high-value commercial claims.

A Trusted Dispute Resolution Lawyer in the UAE

Dispute resolution in the United Arab Emirates requires a precise understanding of local court procedures, arbitration frameworks, and enforcement standards, particularly in matters involving foreign parties or international transactions.

Ashraf El Motei advises businesses, investors, and international law firms on managing disputes before UAE courts and arbitral institutions. His practice focuses on litigation and arbitration matters that involve jurisdictional complexity, procedural challenges, and the interaction between international legal expectations and local UAE law.

Based in the UAE, he regularly acts as local counsel for foreign clients seeking reliable and experienced dispute resolution representation in the region.

Why Ashraf El Motei Was Selected by Global Law Experts

Global Law Experts appoints a single recommended expert per practice area and jurisdiction based on experience, credibility, and subject-matter expertise.

Ashraf El Motei was selected as our Dispute Resolution representative for the United Arab Emirates due to:

• His extensive experience in complex litigation and arbitration

• Deep procedural knowledge of UAE court and arbitration systems

• Proven ability to manage cross-border and multi-jurisdictional disputes

• A long-standing reputation for strategic, commercially grounded advocacy

His independent selection reflects his recognised authority within the UAE dispute resolution landscape.

Litigation and Arbitration Expertise

Ashraf El Motei began his legal career as a Public Prosecutor in Cairo, Egypt in 1990, an experience that laid the foundation for his strong procedural insight and courtroom strategy. Since establishing Motei & Associates in 2002, he has advised clients on a wide range of contentious matters across the UAE.

A significant portion of his work involves international arbitration and complex commercial litigation. He is particularly known for his understanding of arbitration procedure, judicial oversight, and enforcement standards within the UAE legal framework.

Notable Case Experience and Industry Recognition

Ashraf El Motei has acted in precedent-setting cases before UAE courts. Most notably, he represented a party in a Dubai Court of Appeal decision annulling a DIAC arbitral award due to an arbitrator’s breach of due process.

This decision has been widely referenced within the international arbitration community and highlights his in-depth knowledge of arbitral procedure, due process requirements, and judicial review of arbitral awards in the UAE.

A Commercially Focused Approach to Dispute Resolution

Ashraf El Motei is known for combining technical legal precision with a commercially pragmatic approach. He works closely with clients to understand their broader business objectives, ensuring disputes are managed strategically rather than treated as purely procedural exercises.

Clients value his clear advice, strong advocacy, and focus on achieving practical outcomes in complex legal and commercial environments.

Working with Ashraf El Motei Through Global Law Experts

As the Exclusive Global Law Experts representative for Dispute Resolution in the United Arab Emirates, Ashraf El Motei provides clients with access to trusted, jurisdiction-specific expertise in litigation and arbitration.

Businesses, investors, and international law firms seeking reliable dispute resolution representation in the UAE can connect with Ashraf El Motei through Global Law Experts for informed and effective legal support.