Islam Adam is a Senior Legal Counsel at Al Dhaheri International Advocates & Legal Consultants, he possesses a deep understanding of UAE rules and regulations to provide expert legal advice across various fields. His high-level legal expertise and dedication to client interests have significantly contributed in assisting the firm’s clients, including high-profile individuals. With 25 years of legal practice in leading firms across the UAE, he has built a wealth of experience of legal practice enriched by his work in Egypt and the UAE. This professional background has equipped him with essential skills and a reliable knowledge, allowing him to deliver top-tier legal services and results. Adam is skilled in assessing corporate and commercial disputes. He provides consultation to both local and international clients, specifically in drafting contracts, agreements, memorandums of association (MOA), memorandums of understanding (MOU), joint venture agreements, and legal correspondence. His role within the Corporate and Commercial team enables him to address a wide range of issues such as commercial claims, labor disputes, construction disputes, and intellectual property matters. He has significant expertise in real estate law, particularly in representing investors in disputes with developers, including subrogated claims and contract revocations through court judgments. His civil court practice includes handling precautionary attachment applications, commercial recovery suits, and all related procedural matters. He has extensive experience in insurance-related disputes involving claims of various types where he has consistently been achieving exceptional results for the firm's clients. His clientele includes leading insurance companies operating in the UAE, as well as individuals involved in complex insurance claims. Throughout his career, Adam has cultivated strong professional relationships with clients, built on trust and effective communication, coordination, and execution. This has contributed to his impressive track record of successful cases. With high-level proficiency in drafting legal memorandums and pleadings in full compliance with the procedural framework of mainland courts, tribunals, and administrative authorities, his experience further extends in Alternate Dispute Resolution through various methods, particularly through arbitration. Before joining ADI, Adam worked at prestigious UAE law firms and leading construction companies for 12 years, successfully handling and managing litigation, expert meetings, legal support and advice, arbitration proceedings, negotiations and drafting legal agreements.

Qualifications & Membership

• Law Degree from Alexandria University, Egypt
• Master’s degree in Intellectual Property from the National Institute of Intellectual Property, Helwan University, Arab Republic of Egypt
• A registered legal counsel with the Dubai Legal Affairs Department
• Member of the Egyptian Bar Association