Dr Ghada Fayek, Partner and Head of General Litigation at Mohammed Bin Nakhira Al Dhaheri Advocates & Legal Consultants, received the Woman Lawyer of the Year award, while the firm was named Litigation Law Firm of the Year at the 25th World Lawyers Forum 2026 Europe.
The two-day event took place on 15 and 16 September 2026 at Park Plaza Amsterdam Airport in the Netherlands, bringing together legal professionals from different jurisdictions to exchange experience and discuss developments affecting legal practice and dispute resolution.

Dr Fayek’s honor formed part of the World Lawyers Forum Legal Excellence Awards. She leads the firm’s general litigation practice, with responsibilities that include strategic litigation planning, complex dispute management, legal risk assessment and the development of case strategies. She is also an accredited mediator with the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department.
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The recognition acknowledges her professional experience, leadership and contribution to litigation, together with the collaborative work that supports the responsible management of complex legal matters.
Mohammed Bin Nakhira Al Dhaheri Advocates & Legal Consultants was also honored as Litigation Law Firm of the Year. World Lawyers Forum lists this category among its Legal Excellence Awards and describes assessment themes that include expertise, track record, client impact, legal strategy and advocacy, and professional thought leadership.
For the firm, the award marks an important team achievement. It highlights the combined contribution of lawyers, legal consultants and support colleagues in preparing cases, managing disputes and delivering legal services with consistent professional standards.


The forum’s litigation programme addressed subjects including cross-border disputes, international arbitration and dispute resolution, and the use of legal technology. Participation also created opportunities to meet lawyers and legal professionals from different markets, exchange perspectives and discuss the practical changes shaping the profession.
Reflecting on the event, Dr Fayek expressed pride in the milestone and in sharing it with the firm and her colleagues, while also valuing the professional conversations and connections developed during the forum.

Bin Nakhira & Partners thanks the World Lawyers Forum for the recognition and every member of the firm whose daily work and professional commitment contributed to this milestone. The firm remains focused on developing its litigation practice through legal experience, careful planning and teamwork.
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