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Jose Joseph
Associate Partner

Jose Joseph

Jose Joseph is a Senior Associate at ATB Legal, with over 11 years of legal experience and a strong focus on litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution. His core areas of practice include arbitration and commercial disputes, real estate matters, and employment-related disputes, particularly within the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) jurisdictions. He also oversees UAE Mainland Court proceedings in coordination with licensed Emirati advocates.

Jose began his legal career in India, where he practised before the Kerala and Chennai High Courts, as well as various arbitral tribunals and subordinate courts. He was mentored by leading law firms and Designated Senior Counsels in South India, gaining valuable experience across arbitration, commercial litigation, tax, corporate advisory, and intellectual property law.

In addition to his litigation and arbitration work, Jose is passionate about trademark law. He regularly advises clients on trademark protection and enforcement strategies in the UAE, including brand registration, portfolio management, and rights protection.

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Articles by Jose Joseph

ADGM

An Overview of Real Property Interests Under the ADGM Real Property Regulations 2024

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) provides a robust and innovative legal framework for real property interests within its jurisdiction. Real property ownership and transactions in ADGM are governed by clear and structured regulations, ensuring that all parties involved in property dealings have a clear understanding of their rights and obligations. These Regulations are designed […]

6 Apr 2025 · 10 minRead →
ADGM

Transition of Al Reem Island Real Estate to ADGM: Key Updates for Property Owners and Banks

The ADGM Real Property Regulations 2024 introduces significant changes for property owners, apartment owners, banks, and financial institutions on Al Reem Island, impacting the registration of properties, leases, and ownership rights.  A key milestone in this process was the transfer of the real estate register from the Abu Dhabi Municipality (ADM) to the ADGM Registration […]

27 Jan 2025 · 5 minRead →
Company Formation

Advantages of setting up Family Offices in ADGM

In today’s rapidly changing financial landscape, affluent families are seeking sophisticated and secure ways to manage their wealth and investments. Family offices have emerged as a highly effective solution, offering tailored financial services to affluent families, managing their assets, and safeguarding their legacies for future generations.   Among the premier destinations for establishing a family office, […]

3 May 2024 · 3 minRead →
Company Formation

Unlocking Wealth: The Power of Family Offices

Family offices have emerged as essential entities in the realm of wealth management, serving as dedicated and comprehensive solutions for high-net-worth families. These private wealth management institutions cater to the specific financial needs of affluent families, ensuring the preservation and growth of their wealth while addressing a wide range of personalized services. From investment management […]

3 May 2024 · 3 minRead →
Arbitration

Arbitration Agreements Remain Valid Regardless of Unpaid Advance on Costs

As long as the arbitration agreement remains valid, national and state courts will not have jurisdiction to entertain claims arising from contracts that contain an embedded arbitration clause. The Court also clarified that non-payment of arbitration costs does not result in waiving the arbitration agreement, thus entitling either party to resubmit the claim with the DIAC.  

10 Nov 2023 · 5 minRead →