Addleshaw Goddard Strengthens Middle East Commercial Disputes Team With Lucas Pitts

Addleshaw Goddard has announced the appointment of Lucas Pitts as a partner in its Dubai-based Commercial Disputes team,;

By: :  Sara Ali
Update: 2025-01-28 03:30 GMT
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Addleshaw Goddard Strengthens Middle East Commercial Disputes Team With Lucas Pitts

Addleshaw Goddard has announced the appointment of Lucas Pitts as a Partner in its Dubai-based Commercial Disputes team, further bolstering its market-leading presence in the Middle East. Pitts joins from Bird & Bird, where he was instrumental in establishing and developing the firm’s Middle East disputes practice.

A highly regarded international arbitration and litigation lawyer, Pitts brings over 15 years of regional experience, including more than a decade in the UAE. He has a proven track record of building successful commercial disputes teams and handling complex cross-border litigation. His expertise spans fraud claims, insolvency, investigations, and sector-specific matters across telecommunications, banking, aviation, defence, and energy.

Pitts has also operated across multiple international jurisdictions, managing cases under various legal frameworks such as the DIFC, ADGM, and arbitration bodies including ICC, LCIA, DIAC, and SIAC.

Robin Hickman, head of Middle East at Addleshaw Goddard, commented, “Lucas is an exceptional addition to our Commercial Disputes team, and we are delighted to welcome him to Addleshaw Goddard. His broad experience across jurisdictions and sectors is a perfect match for our strategy to deliver sophisticated, high-value services to our clients. His deep understanding of the Middle East legal landscape further strengthens our ability to support clients in resolving complex challenges. We are confident he will play a key role in enhancing our regional and international offering.”

Pitts shared his enthusiasm for the new role, stating, “Joining Addleshaw Goddard is an incredible opportunity to work with a firm that is deeply committed to excellence in dispute resolution. The firm’s clear vision, international reach, and collaborative culture align perfectly with my own approach to legal practice. I look forward to working with the talented team here to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients in what is a dynamic and evolving regional market.”

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