Arbitration & Litigation

We represent international clients with respect to contentious matters involving Libyan Law before Western arbitration centers and tribunals.

 

Arbitration & Litigation Under Libyan Law

Since opening our offices in Libya in 2010, we have provided strategic legal representation to international clients in arbitration, alternative dispute resolution, and litigation matters involving Libyan law. As a leading Libyan law firm, we have successfully advised and represented international clients before major arbitration centers and international tribunals.

Our firm is particularly recognized for its arbitration services and expertise in Libyan maritime law and Libyan oil & gas law, offering tailored legal solutions for complex, high-value cases.

 

Core Practice Areas in Libyan Law for Arbitration

We provide comprehensive legal advice across key sectors, including:

 

International Arbitration Experience

Our lawyers regularly represent clients in arbitration involving Libyan law before leading global arbitration centers, including:

  • London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)
  • International Chamber of Commerce (ICC – Paris)
  • Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC)
  • Abu Dhabi Commercial Conciliation and Arbitration Centre (ADCCAC)
  • Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts

 

We are frequently instructed in Libyan maritime arbitration and oil & gas disputes, acting as Libyan counsel and legal experts in proceedings where Libyan law is applicable.

We have successfully represented clients before arbitration centers on highly technical matters such as construction disputes. For example, our team has advised on matters involving contractual acceleration claims, delays in performance, and changes to work orders, which are discussed in more detail in Rebalancing Administrative Contracts under Libyan Law.

Clients We Represent

As a trusted Libyan law firm, we have acted for a diverse range of international clients in arbitration and cross-border disputes, including:

  • National oil companies
  • International shipping and maritime companies
  • Magic Circle law firms
  • Multinational construction and infrastructure companies
  • Agricultural and commodity trading companies

 

Expert Legal Opinion on Libyan Law

Our founding partner, Dr. Mohamed Karbal, is widely recognized for his authority in Libyan law, frequently serving as an expert legal witness in international arbitration and foreign court proceedings.

Dr. Karbal has provided expert opinions in high-profile cases involving Libyan administrative law, maritime disputes, construction, and oil & gas arbitration, appearing before:

  • Southern District of New York
  • London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)
  • International Chamber of Commerce (ICC – Paris)
  • Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC)

 

Arbitration Experience

  • Representing an Australian multinational construction company in construction arbitration cases concerning contract claims valued greater than USD 30 million involving (i) delays in performance, (ii) acceleration claims, and (iii) changes to work order.
  • Representing clients before international arbitration panels, including the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), Abu Dhabi Commercial Conciliation & Arbitration Centre (ADCCA) and the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC).

Expert Legal Opinion

Our founding partner, Dr. Mohamed Karbal, frequently represents clients and serves as an expert legal witness. Dr. Karbal has represented clients on several high profile cases relating to Libya law before western courts and arbitration centers, including:

  • London Court of International Arbitration  
  • International Chamber of Commerce-Paris
  • Dubai International Arbitration Centre
  • Abu Dhabi Commercial and Conciliation and Arbitration Center
  • Dubai International Financial Centre Courts 

Expert legal opinions are provided under Expert Legal Opinion - Libyan Lawyer.
 

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Investing in Renewable Energy in Libya
Liability for collisions under Libyan Maritime Law
Libyan Investment Law: Political developments and Economic Policies
Politics of the Libyan Oil Industry: The Latest Brawl
Possessory Lien under Libyan Civil law
Rebalancing Administrative Contracts under Libyan Law
Renewable Energy in Libya: the Need for a Legal Framework
The Arrest of Ships in Accordance with Libyan Law
The Concept of “Pre-contractual Period” in Libyan Government Contracts
UAE Commercial Companies Law and Legal Reforms
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