General Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

At Latifa Omar & Co Advocates, we provide robust representation in a wide range of civil and commercial disputes, with a strategic focus on resolving matters efficiently and effectively—whether through the courts or alternative mechanisms. Our team combines deep litigation experience with skillful negotiation and dispute management to protect our clients’ interests at every stage of the legal process.

We handle a broad spectrum of disputes, including:

1. Civil and Commercial Litigation
   • Breach of contract and commercial disputes
   • Tort claims, including defamation, negligence, and nuisance
   • Debt recovery and enforcement proceedings
   • Land and property disputes
   • Employment and labour-related claims
2. Constitutional and Judicial Proceedings
   • Representation in public law disputes, constitutional petitions, and human rights claims
   • Applications for judicial review and injunctions
3. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
   • Mediation – Facilitating voluntary settlements in family, commercial, and workplace disputes
   • Arbitration – Representing clients in both institutional and ad hoc arbitration proceedings
   • Negotiation – Crafting effective, client-driven solutions to avoid costly litigation
   • Conciliation and expert determination, as appropriate to the matter
4. Pre-litigation Advisory and Risk Management
   • Legal opinions on the merits of potential claims or defences
   • Early case assessment to guide strategic decision-making
   • Settlement structuring and dispute avoidance planning

We recognize that every dispute is unique. We take the time to understand your goals and concerns, and we tailor our strategy to achieve the most favourable outcome—whether that means vigorous courtroom advocacy or a confidential, negotiated settlement.