We are pleased to announce that Dr. Hassan Elhais has been awarded Legal Consultant of the Year in the United Arab Emirates by Leaders in Law for 2026.
It gives us immense pleasure to announce that Dr. Hassan Elhais, Legal consultant has been awarded the Best Legal Consultant of the year 2025 in Dubai, by Corporate INTL.
We would like to proudly announce that Dr. Hassan Elhais, one of our leading legal consultants, has been declared as the Global Awards' ‘Legal consultant of the Year’ 2024/2025 United Arab Emirates by Leaders in Law.
We are honoured to share that Dr Hassan Elhais has been recognized as a leading author in the Lexology Legal Influencers Q2 2023 for Private Client - Asia-Pacific.
Our team is proud to announce that, one our leading legal consultants, Dr. Hassan Elhais has been awarded the prestigious Legal 100 Asia Award for the ‘Best Legal Consultant of the Year, Litigation -2021’.
Our team is immensely proud to announce and congratulate our distinguished Legal Consultant, Dr. Hassan Elhais for receiving the ‘Corporate America Today Annual Award’ for the 'Best Legal Consultant for the year 2020'.
A weak arbitration clause can unravel your whole dispute
strategy. Getting the wording right at the contract stage protects you, when it matters most.
An arbitration clause in the UAE is the contractual provision, by which parties agree to resolve
disputes through, arbitration rather than the courts. A well-drafted clause is the foundation of
any effective arbitration. An experienced Arbitration Clause & Contract Drafting Lawyer in
Dubai, prepares clear, enforceable arbitration agreements, within your contracts.
A clause of arbitration in UAE is a written provision in a contract, or separate agreement, by
which parties agree, to resolve their disputes through, arbitration before a tribunal.
The arbitration agreement is only valid, if it is in writing, and made by a person, who has the
capacity to bind the party (Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 as amended by Federal Decree-Law No. 15 of
2023). Seat, Rules, Institution, Number of Arbitrators and Language Seat, rules, institution,
number of arbitrators and language should be explicitly stated in a clause.
A defective clause can derail a dispute before it begins. According to Dr. Hassan Elhais, Senior
Legal Consultant, who has drafted and supervised the drafting of many agreements, precision in
the arbitration clause is what makes it enforceable when a dispute arises
The agreement to arbitrate, in writing
Seat, rules, institution, and language
Authority of the signatory to bind the party
A precise clause is the foundation of effective arbitration.
Navigate UAE law with confidence. Become a part of
r/legaladviceUAE
—your Reddit group for sharp analysis, strategic advice, and real solutions to complex legal matters.
How We Help With Arbitration Clauses in Dubai
There are different types of clause drafting. Each one of them is handled by Arbitration Clause &
Contract Drafting Lawyer in Dubai.
Drafting Arbitration Clauses
Drafting clear, enforceable arbitration clauses depending on your contract and aims.
Reviewing Existing Clauses
Reviewing existing clauses, to identify defects, that may impact enforceability.
Multi-Tier Dispute Clauses
Drafting escalation clauses, combining negotiation, mediation and the arbitration.
Institutional Model Clauses
Tailoring institutional model clauses, such as DIAC’s for your transaction.
The Clause Drafting Process in Dubai – Step by Step
Preparing an enforceable arbitration clause, follows a clear, and the structured process.
Arbitration Award in Dubai
Step 1: Understanding the Deal
We review:
The Parties, and the Contract
The probable disputes, and the risks
Your preferences, and the objectives
The applicable legal framework
Step 2: Drafting the Clauses
We specify:
The seat, and the applicable rules
The number of arbitrators, and the institution
Arbitration language
Authority, and the scope
Step 3: Review and Refinement
We ensure:
The clauses are clear, and enforceable
It is in accordance, with the overall agreement
Defects, and ambiguities are removed
Step 4: Finalization
We deliver:
A finalized, enforceable clause
Guidance on its operation
Consistency, with the remainder of the agreement
The clause you draft today will determine your options in any future dispute. Make it count
with your Arbitration Clause & Contract Drafting Lawyer in Dubai.
Cost Discussion Framework
Legal fees for clause drafting, depend on the contract. Factors include:
Complexity, and the value of the contract
Whether a single clause, or full dispute framework
Multi-tier, or cross-border elements
Number of revisions
Institutional considerations
During your consultation, we provide a transparent fee structure, tailored to your contract.
Addressing Common Client Concerns
Why does the arbitration clause matter so much?
A defective clause may damage or delay your dispute strategy; a good, enforceable clause
protects your options.
What must an arbitration clause include?
It should be in writing and include seat, rules, institution, number of arbitrators,
language and scope.
Does the clause need to be signed by someone with authority?
Yes. The arbitration agreement must be entered into by a person with the authority to
bind the party.
Can a multi-tier dispute clause be used?
Yes. Escalation clauses that incorporate negotiation, mediation and arbitration are
common and can be drafted to be enforceable.
Confidentiality is strictly maintained at all times.
Why Choose Dr. Hassan Elhais & Our Arbitration Clause & Contract Drafting Lawyer in Dubai
Dr. Hassan Elhais, is a Senior Legal Consultant, who has drafted, and supervised the drafting of
many commercial agreements, and arbitration clauses, in the UAE.
Proven experience in the arbitration clause drafting
Multilingual legal team
Representation for the businesses and for the corporate clients
Strict confidential handling
Precise, enforceable legal drafting
We operate in strict compliance with the UAE arbitration law, and drafting requirements.
Trust & Compliance
We provide professional, ethical representation in accordance with UAE law. Our advice is
tailored to your contract, communicated transparently, and free of misleading guarantees. All
consultations are strictly confidential.
Take Immediate Action
The strength of your future dispute strategy is set, when the contract is drafted. Early, expert
clause drafting protects, you when a dispute arises.
Yes. The parties may, by mutual written agreement, agree to amend or replace an
arbitration clause, provided that any such amendment satisfies the applicable legal
requirements.
The best option depends on the type of your transaction, the potential for disputes
and the level of administrative support you want. A good lawyer can guide you, on
the best way forward.
Yes. Arbitration clauses are commonly used in domestic, and the international
commercial contracts, and offer a recognized framework, for resolving cross-border
disputes.
Dr. Hassan Elhais is an experienced Arbitration Clause & Contract Drafting Lawyer in
Dubai, who assists businesses, and international clients in drafting clear, and
enforceable arbitration agreements, and dispute resolution clauses, that are
customized for the complex commercial transactions.