Dentons boosts construction and engineering expertise in Qatar

Dentons has announced the promotion of Gabriel Olufemi to partner, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to providing top-tier legal services in the construction and engineering sectors across the Middle East.

Olufemi has been working in the Middle East since 2014 and has more than 15 years of experience in handling a wide range of contentious and non-contentious construction and engineering matters. He specialises in front-end construction law and dispute avoidance strategies. Gabriel advises clients on complex projects throughout the region, leveraging his extensive expertise in contract negotiation, risk management and proactive dispute resolution to ensure successful outcomes in major infrastructure developments.

“Gabriel’s promotion is a clear reflection of his outstanding contribution to our construction and engineering practice,” said Paul Jarvis, CEO of Dentons’ UK, Ireland and Middle East region. “His deep understanding of the regional market dynamics, coupled with his ability to navigate the complexities of large-scale projects and disputes avoidance, makes him an invaluable asset to our clients.”

Jon Nash, regional managing partner of Dentons Middle East, remarked, “Gabriel exemplifies the collaborative spirit and innovative approach that we champion at Dentons. His leadership in front-end construction law and dispute avoidance will not only strengthen our capabilities in Qatar but also enhance our service offerings across the entire Middle East region.”

Olufemi’s promotion reinforces Dentons’ bench strength in Qatar, where the firm has had a presence for more than 15 years and is one of the largest international law firms in the market.