Marwan Mohamed Al Maazmi

Head of Litigation at Fotis International Law Firm

Marwan is a reputed Emirati advocate who brings decades of experience to the practice, making him one of the most prominent litigation lawyers in the United Arab Emirates. He currently heads the litigation practice at Fotis International Law Firm, and is authorized to practice in all courts in the UAE, including the honorable Federal Court of Cassation, and the Courts of Cassation in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. Marwan has a proven track record of representing clients in contentious matters, including civil law, commercial law, criminal law, and other areas of litigation. Boasting one of highest success rates in Dubai, Marwan rose to prominence in the late 2000s amongst the MNC community, Emirati citizens and individual expatriates alike.

He has a particular interest in medical malpractice and real estate disputes and has achieved notable success in numerous court cases and settlements for various clients, including government and semi-government entities. Marwan is a highly respected legal professional with extensive experience in dispute resolution and regulatory matters. He has a deep understanding of the legal system and regulatory landscape in the UAE and has assisted both local and federal governments in drafting laws and regulations relating to various sectors. He has also been actively involved in reviewing most of the federal laws in the country, including the arbitration law, commercial companies’ law, and the consumer protection law. Marwan is a qualified litigator in Dubai Courts and has represented high net worth individuals, domestic entities, and families in some of the most complex and high-profile disputes. The clients rely on him for his strategic thinking, analytical skills, and ability to deliver favorable outcomes.

As the head of the litigation practice at Fotis International Law Firm, Marwan continues to lead the firm to success with his exceptional legal expertise and dedication to client satisfaction.

Marwan's principal place of practice is Dubai, however, he also has extensive experience in advising and assisting clients throughout the Arab region where he has worked and advised and attended to projects in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt and Iraq.

Timeline

  • Head of Litigation

    Current role