Dubai, UAE, May 25th, 2026, FinanceWire
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy(formerly Al Rowaad Advocates), one of the UAE’s most respected litigation-focused law firms, continues to gain international recognition for its excellence in criminal defense, strategic dispute resolution, and high-profile litigation success.
Led by Founder and Principal Awatif Al Khouri, the Dubai-based law firm has built a distinguished reputation over more than three decades for handling complex disputes across the UAE. The firm’s continued success in sensitive legal matters and its growing list of international accolades have further positioned it among the region’s leading legal practices.
The firm was recently honored with the “Law Firm of the Year 2025” award by Global Law Experts and “Litigation Law Firm of the Year 2025” by Corporate INTL. These recognitions add to a strong portfolio of achievements, including the prestigious “Litigation Law Firm of the Year 2023” award from Le Fonti Awards and multiple Client Choice distinctions from Legal 100 Asia.
Widely regarded as one of the UAE’s leading criminal defense lawyers, Awatif Al Khouri has represented clients before all levels of UAE courts, including the Court of Cassation and the Federal Supreme Court. Her legal practice spans financial crimes, white-collar investigations, cybercrime, fraud, money laundering, breach of trust, and cross-border criminal matters.
The firm is particularly recognized for its strategic handling of complex litigation requiring rapid legal intervention, detailed evidence analysis, and strong courtroom advocacy. Through its multidisciplinary legal team, Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates provides comprehensive legal services across criminal law, corporate and commercial disputes, arbitration, banking and finance, labor law, family law, maritime law, and real estate matters.
One of the firm’s notable successes involved securing the conviction of an individual in an extortion case, demonstrating the firm’s capability in managing sensitive and sophisticated legal disputes with precision and professionalism.
Beyond litigation, Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates has strengthened its international legal capabilities through its membership in TAGLaw, a global alliance of independent law firms. This affiliation enables the firm to support clients involved in cross-border legal disputes and international regulatory matters with coordinated legal expertise worldwide.
Awatif Al Khouri’s legal achievements and leadership have been featured in prominent regional and international publications, including The Oath, Gulf Times, Khaleej Times, and The National, reinforcing her standing as a leading figure in the UAE legal sector.
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy remains committed to delivering sophisticated legal counsel, strategic litigation services, and client-focused advocacy across criminal and commercial matters.
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About Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy(formerly Al Rowaad Advocates) is a UAE-based full-service law firm specializing in litigation, criminal defense, dispute resolution, corporate law, arbitration, and legal consultancy services. Headquartered in Dubai, the firm has established a strong reputation for handling complex and high-profile legal matters across the United Arab Emirates. Under the leadership of Founder and Principal Awatif Al Khouri, the firm combines deep regional legal expertise with international legal capabilities to provide strategic, results-driven representation for individuals and businesses.