Representation in a £1.3 Billion Cross-Border Financial Dispute

George advised a Dubai-based individual in connection with a £1.3 billion claim arising from the collapse of a prominent UK specialist mortgage-lending business. The matter involved complex allegations concerning the operation of the business, the movement and ownership of substantial assets, and claims pursued across multiple jurisdictions. The Dubai proceedings formed part of a wider international litigation strategy involving urgent asset-freezing measures and extensive cross-border coordination. Given the scale of the claim and the interaction between proceedings in England and the UAE, the representation required detailed consideration of jurisdiction, recognition and enforcement, asset disclosure, and the client’s rights under UAE law. George advised and represented the client in Dubai, working alongside the wider international legal team to address the UAE aspects of one of the most substantial cross-border financial disputes of its kind. The mandate involved significant financial exposure, urgent court proceedings and highly sensitive reputational considerations.