Nassif BouMalhab

Nassif BouMalhab is a prominent lawyer specializing in international arbitration and litigation, currently serving as the Lead Partner of the Middle East Arbitration Group at Clyde & Co. With over 20 years of experience, he has developed a strong reputation for handling complex business disputes in the Middle East, representing clients in both international and domestic arbitration and mediation. His expertise encompasses various arbitration frameworks, including those governed by the ICC, LCIA, DIAC, and UNCITRAL rules.1

Professional Background

BouMalhab has acted as party counsel in more than 50 arbitration cases and has been involved in numerous court proceedings across the United Arab Emirates, particularly within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi courts. His legal acumen has earned him recognition from prestigious legal directories; he has been named among the Global Leaders in international arbitration by Who’s Who Legal and Global Arbitration Review, and he is listed in The Legal 500's Hall of Fame for dispute resolution in the UAE.1

Education and Credentials

He holds dual law degrees from the University of Ottawa: an LL.B. in Common Law with Honours and an LL.L. in Civil Law with Highest Honour. BouMalhab is fluent in English and French, with conversational proficiency in Arabic. He is also a registered foreign lawyer with the Solicitors Regulation Authority in England and Wales.1

Affiliations

Nassif BouMalhab is actively involved in various legal organizations:

• Member of the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA)
• Member of the Executive Committee at Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Centre (TAHKEEM)
• Registered practitioner at DIFC Courts
• Member of the Barreau du Québec and Canadian Bar Association.1

His contributions to the field have not only established him as a leader in arbitration but also as a key figure within legal circles in the Middle East.