Khalid Al Hamrani

English Law: Keep calm and mind the precedent

In May Law Update’s edition, we examined the continued relevance of English law across MENA jurisdictions and why it remains a cornerstone of commercial transactions, dispute resolution, and cross-border deal structuring.

From the Dubai Court’s recognition of Without Prejudice communications to anti-sandbagging clauses, ESG, joint ventures, and the classification of warranties, our contributors explore how English legal concepts are being applied, interpreted, and adapted in a regional context.

With expert insight across sectors, including capital markets, corporate acquisitions, and estate planning, this issue underscores that familiarity with English law is no longer optional for businesses in MENA. It is essential.

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Our Eyes on 2025 publication provides essential insights and practical guidance on the key legal updates shaping the year ahead—equipping you with the knowledge to stay ahead in this dynamic market.

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Khalid Al Hamrani

Partner, Co-head of Compliance, Investigations and White-Collar Crime.

Biography

Khalid is a Partner and Co-Head of the Firm’s Compliance, Investigations, and White Collar Crime Practice.

Khalid has extensive experience representing government-owned corporations, financial institutions, and high-profile clients in corporate commercial fraud, bribery, and money laundering case,s including multiple jurisdictions. Khalid has also dealt with compliance and regulatory matters involving government authorities in the UAE, along with forgery and embezzlement-related matters.

Recent Experience

Acting for one of the major banks in the UAE in a money laundering matter under UAE money laundering laws in order to recover many millions of Dirhams;
Advising and leading an investigation on behalf of a major government entity in the UAE which resulted in convictions against several former corrupt officials;
Attending the High Court in London to give evidence as an expert witness in relation to UAE law and regulations on behalf of a UAE bank involved in UK proceedings which resulted in the court giving judgment favorable to our client;
Managing the initiation of an internal investigation on behalf a public entity and advising and ensuring that urgent preemptive measures were undertaken in order to preserve the evidence, secure the presence of the suspects, and prevent the dissipation of funds and assets which had been misappropriated. Having successfully preserved the integrity of the investigation, the matter proceeded with our assistance to the opening of a formal investigation by the Public Prosecutor.