Al Jallaf & Co’s aviation experience emanates from the experience of our Managing Partner, Amna Al Jallaf who worked with Emirates Airlines for eight years before founding Al Jallaf Advocates & Legal Consultants (now Al Jallaf & Co). Al Jallaf & Co is the oldest and most established specialist aviation law firm in the UAE. Working directly in the aviation industry gave Amna a great understanding of the international aviation market.  Al Jallaf & Co’s reputation for advising clients in the aviation sector is built on our in-depth understanding of the aviation industry, knowledge of aviation technology, the current commercial issues and our first hand experience. 

We also advise on regulatory and commercial issues, business jet acquisition, fleet renewal and asset-based financing, reputation, criminal sanctions, aviation contract work, corporate governance, crisis management, strategic safety and brand reputation issues including insurance and reinsurance liability and subrogation work as well as coverage.  Our client base includes airlines, operators, regulators, manufacturers, airports and their trade bodies, insurers, reinsurers and insurance trade associations.

Al Jallaf & Co offers our clients extensive experience in negotiating and drafting aircraft financing, sale and purchase arrangements, operating leases, wet and dry lease, joint venture agreements, general operations agreements, air alliance agreements and code sharing agreements. We are also experienced in attending aircraft registration, advising on international air law and regulatory issues, and representing clients in litigation of disputes concerning all aspects of air transport. In addition, we provide our clients with legal analysis of the latest aviation-related laws, international conventions and treaties, as well as assessment of the potential impact of these developments on their current business practices. 

We are experienced in legal issues relating to airports, including airport operations, airport restructuring, air traffic control, ground handling, customer complaints, crisis and reputation planning and management.

Our experience also extends to issues of crisis and reputation planning and management, death, injury and property damage, claims for loss or damage to cargo, brand protection, distribution and reservation systems, package holiday and e-trade, flight delay and cancellation, customer complaints, frequent flier programmes.

Our airline non-contentious practice is growing as illustrated by our relationships with several Middle Eastern and European airlines. We also focus on the business jet market, where we again act for clients in Europe and the Middle East.
 

We have advised clients on:

-Aircraft finance and leasing
-Aviation Insurance
-Business Jets and VLAs
-Aviation Corporate Advice
 

Our transactional expertise includes:

-Sale, purchase and finance of assets
-Operating leases
-Pooling of engines and spares
-Repossession of aircraft.
 

Al Jallaf & Co offers expertise in banking and financial services across a range of areas including commercial property finance, Asset finance (see aviation and aerospace; shipping and insurance), Project finance and Islamic finance structures and transactions, working closely with specialist boards and scholars.

This practice area is committed to being involved in a pro-active manner and offers practical solutions to achieve the client’s objectives in a cost-effective manner.

Al Jallaf & Co have the all-round experience necessary to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients in Bankruptcy and Insolvency matters. We are dedicated to devising strategies that achieve the best possible outcome, with an emphasis on rescue, recovery and renewal wherever possible.
 

Our knowledge and expertise of real estate and property offers a comprehensive service, working with our clients to ensure commercial solutions at all times.  Our experience of all aspects of the property market we understand the industry and its ever changing environment.

Our priority is the consistent delivery of the right client outcomes in these challenging times.

We act for a broad spectrum of clients including banks, state agencies, private individuals, large and small corporates and both indigenous and large multi national retailers.  We are active in drafting and negotiating commercial leases and represent many international

corporates investing in the UAE for the first time.

We have extensive experience of real estate work using Islamic financing techniques.
 

Our senior partner and lawyers advise on contentious issues across a variety of industries including shipping, insurance & reinsurance, finance, construction, energy and aviation.  Contentious matters range from those involving commercial interests, fraud or insolvency, to industrial, insurance and partnership disputes.
Where possible we resolve disputes in a cost effective manner, achieving the most appropriate method of resolution. We regularly participate in all forms of dispute resolution, from litigation or arbitration to dialogue, structured negotiations and formal ADR processes such as mediation.
Where required we are able to assemble large teams early and, with our international reach, can configure teams quickly for cross-jurisdictional disputes. Working closely with lawyers in different jurisdictions, we have established legal contacts worldwide.
Our team of diverse and experienced lawyers’ industry knowledge has proved invaluable in achieving the optimum outcomes for our clients.
 

We apply our specialist non-contentious services to domestic and international projects, covering every combination of industry sector, location, procurement and financing structure.

Our solutions are based on deep knowledge of the commercial forces and legal aspects shaping construction projects. Our collective expertise offers clients specialist insights into the business implications of new industry initiatives, local legislation, and private/project finance.

Our experience and expertise is vast ranging from corporate structures and joint ventures, through construction, procurement of drilling packages, drilling contracts (day work and turnkey) and master service agreements to accidents and disputes in operation.

We handle all types of contentious issues relating to major engineering and construction projects, whether arising from the performance of contracts and sub-contracts or from the failure of material and equipment. Issues involving changes of orders, cost overruns, delay and disruption, negligent design and faulty workmanship feature as part of our work, also extending to loss of life and injury as well as property damage.

In addition, we also advise on Health and Safety issues, including dealing with health and safety executive investigations under the threat of prosecution.

Our lawyers have expert knowledge of the legal framework in their local jurisdictions as well as strong commercial and contract drafting skills. We offer specialists who understand the unique legal and business requirements of specific industry sectors and who bring an international perspective that accommodates the increasingly common cross border nature of many deals and contractual matters such as:

-joint ventures/transfer of assets and businesses
-outsourcing
-distribution agreements
-licensing arrangements
-manufacturing and supply agreements
-Mergers and acquisitions
-IPOs (official list, AIM and international)
-private equity
-company reorganisations and restructurings
-privatisations
-company formations and administration

The team prides itself on its and its ability to provide complex advice in a clear, concise and uncomplicated manner.  We understand that employment and immigration issues often need sensitive handling but also appreciate the commercial needs of our clients.

Our lawyers practical approach ensures clients achieve their goals for managing  their workforce. We advise on all employment matters, such as: HR and employment manuals, employment laws (Federal or DIFC laws) and their practical implications, employment contracts, navigation of employment disputes and the resolution of employment disputes before the Ministry of Labour & Social Affair, U.A.E. Courts and the DIFC jurisdiction.
 

Al Jallaf & Co’s work in shipping covers both contentious and non-contentious, including wet, dry, hull or cargo. Our complete maritime legal services ensure clients receive the best results and advice. Al Jallaf & Co
Al Jallaf & Co frequently acts as counsel for insurance and reinsurance programs aimed at specific markets. We assist in the products design, and conduct review assisting in selecting the appropriate risk, as well as dealing with claims.
If cover is contested, we can provide succinct advice in achieving positive results. We also have experience in subrogation actions and disputes over reinsurance recoverables.Issues arising in this area often involve local and international aspects: we offer expertise in  both. Our services includes advice on design of insurance products, risk analysis and dispute resolution.