WHAT WE DO

We search and review large volumes of Arabic documents using digital search techniques in Relativity and Opus 4.

We identify critical documents using our legal, accounting, cultural and financial expertise.

We translate critical documents and query the accuracy of existing translations to help further your case.

We provide expert subject matter reports for use in court.

We act as expert advisers and can explain our findings in a concise manner in both Arabic and English.

We provide live in-court Arabic language support to counsel during evidence, examination and cross-examination.

RECENT EXPERIENCE

(Cayman 2015-19)

Working with Duff & Phelps (liquidators), Harney Westwood & Riegels (Cayman), and Thomas Lowe QC (counsel) on trial and appeal.

Providing expert advice on Saudi and Bahraini law and business culture, and Islamic banking contracts.

In-court advice on Arabic language and Saudi law.

Our forensic work on several hundred thousand Arabic documents was given special mention by the Chief Justice of Grand Cayman at trial.

(BVI 2019)

Supporting the defence in a litigation between public and private sector telecom interests in Iraq.

Our team completed de-duplication, translation and mark-up of hundreds of Arabic documents in six weeks.

Our Arabic speaking English lawyer reviewed sensitive documents for use in court.

Albukhary Foundation

Alduwaliya (Qatar)

Duff & Phelps

Euromoney

Harney, Westwood & Riegels

National Bank of Kuwait (London)

The Bank of England

Thomson Reuters

“In their field of work I know of none more experienced or informed”

Partner, leading UK law firm

“They offer the rare combination of a thorough understanding of Islamic law and the financial markets.”

Partner, top 50 UK law firm

“Fast, impartial advice that can be relied upon.”

Leading UK law firm

Solicitor with 20 years’ experience in Arabic language and business practices in the Middle East.

Former Associate at Simmons & Simmons (Islamic banking, Dubai).

Certified Shariah Advisor & Auditor (AAOIFI, Bahrain).

30 years’ experience in London’s wholesale financial services market.

Senior executive positions in interest rate derivatives and Islamic finance.

Advised institutional and HNW clients in Europe, the Middle East and South-east Asia.