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ALI MOUSA & SONS ALUMINIUM INDUSTRIES v SUN ENGINEERING & CONTRACTING [2020] DIFC CFI 009 — Judicial Officer denial of default judgment (27 February 2020)
A procedural examination of the strict adherence to service timelines and the limitations of default judgment applications under the Rules of the DIFC Courts.
FANTINI MOSAICI S.R.L v BULLDOZER INVESTMENTS [2020] DIFC CFI 009 — Consent order for stay of proceedings (06 February 2020)
The litigation initiated under Claim No. CFI 009/2019 involved a commercial dispute between the Claimant, Fantini Mosaici S.R.L (Abu Dhabi Branch), and the Defendant, Bulldozer Investments Ltd.
PATRICK JOHN OBENARIO v GRAMERCY SPORTS BAR & CLUB [2019] DIFC CFI 009 — Liquidation enforcement via Dubai Courts (10 February 2019)
This order clarifies the procedural pathway for DIFC-appointed liquidators to execute recovery actions against assets held within the jurisdiction of the Dubai Courts.
PATRICK JOHN OBENARIO v GRAMERCY SPORTS BAR & CLUB [2018] DIFC CFI 009 — Distribution of auction proceeds in hospitality liquidation (17 September 2018)
The lawsuit concerns the insolvency and subsequent liquidation of Gramercy Sports Bar & Club, a hospitality entity operating within the DIFC jurisdiction. Following the appointment of a liquidator, the Court authorized the sale of the Defendant’s assets to satisfy outstanding liabilities.
Patrick John Obenario v Gramercy Sports Bar & Club [2018] DIFC CFI 009 — Liquidation asset disposal protocol (12 August 2018)
The dispute concerns the insolvency proceedings of Gramercy Sports Bar & Club, which had previously been ordered to wind up by H.E. Justice Shamlan Al Sawalehi on 13 March 2018. Following the appointment of Mr.
SALAM ADVOCATES AND LEGAL CONSULTANTS v KELE CONTRACTING [2018] DIFC CFI 009 — Immediate judgment for unpaid professional fees (22 January 2018)
The DIFC Court of First Instance grants immediate judgment in a fee dispute, underscoring the necessity for defendants to substantiate their pleadings with evidence to avoid summary disposal.
SALAM ADVOCATES AND LEGAL CONSULTANTS v KELE CONTRACTING [2017] DIFC CFI 009 — Procedural order regarding withdrawal of legal representation (12 September 2017)
The underlying litigation, registered as CFI 009/2017, involves a claim brought by Salam Advocates and Legal Consultants against Kele Contracting. While the substantive merits of the claim remain distinct from the procedural application, the case highlights the ongoing professional relationship…
SALAM ADVOCATES AND LEGAL CONSULTANTS v KELE CONTRACTING [2017] DIFC CFI 009 — Procedural framework for complex construction litigation (29 June 2017)
The litigation involves a dispute between Salam Advocates and Legal Consultants and Kele Contracting, necessitating a structured approach to the amendment of pleadings under RDC Part 18.
VEGIE BAR LLC v EMIRATES NATIONAL BANK OF DUBAI PROPERTIES [2020] DIFC CFI 009 — Permission to appeal and stay of execution (02 January 2020)
The litigation between Vegie Bar LLC and Emirates National Bank of Dubai Properties (ENBD Properties) has been a protracted matter within the DIFC Court of First Instance, involving complex issues of property management, contractual obligations, and procedural enforcement.
VEGIE BAR v EMIRATES NATIONAL BANK OF DUBAI PROPERTIES [2019] DIFC CFI 009 — Permission to appeal and stay of execution (31 December 2019)
The DIFC Court of First Instance grants leave to appeal a prior order, effectively halting enforcement proceedings pending a higher court review.
VEGIE BAR v EMIRATES NATIONAL BANK OF DUBAI PROPERTIES [2019] DIFC CFI 009 — Procedural extension of time for response (10 February 2019)
This order addresses a procedural dispute regarding the timeline for the First Defendant to file a response to the Claimant’s Application Notice, following a prior denial of an extension request.
VEGIE BAR v EMIRATES NATIONAL BANK OF DUBAI PROPERTIES [2019] DIFC CFI 009 — Procedural rejection of extension of time (03 February 2019)
The dispute centers on a procedural application filed by the First Defendant, Emirates National Bank of Dubai Properties PJSC, seeking an extension of time to respond to an Application Notice (CFI-009-2016/6) previously filed by the Claimant, Vegie Bar LLC.
VEGIE BAR v EMIRATES NATIONAL BANK OF DUBAI PROPERTIES [2017] DIFC CFI 009 — Procedural management of evidence and stay applications (03 January 2017)
The dispute centers on the procedural management of a case involving Vegie Bar LLC and Emirates National Bank of Dubai Properties PJSC. Following earlier judicial determinations, the parties found themselves at a crossroads regarding the admissibility of evidence for an upcoming appeal and the…
VEGIE BAR v EMIRATES NATIONAL BANK OF DUBAI PROPERTIES [2016] DIFC CFI 009 — Permission to appeal granted (14 December 2016)
The dispute between Vegie Bar LLC and Emirates National Bank of Dubai Properties (ENBD Properties) originated in the Court of First Instance under case number CFI-009-2016. Following a judgment delivered by H.E.
VEGIE BAR v EMIRATES NATIONAL BANK OF DUBAI PROPERTIES [2016] DIFC CFI 009 — Case management order on non-party disclosure and security for costs (03 October 2016)
The DIFC Court of First Instance clarifies the threshold for non-party disclosure and the application of security for costs against non-trading corporate claimants.
INNOV8 INTERIORS v THE INDUSTRIAL GROUP [2013] DIFC CFI 009 — Variation of Case Management Order (13 August 2013)
This order formalizes the procedural recalibration of the trial timeline in CFI 009/2013, reflecting a consensual adjustment between the parties regarding evidentiary submissions and the ultimate trial window.
INNOV8 L.L.C v THE INDUSTRIAL GROUP [2013] DIFC CFI 009 — Procedural scheduling and case management (15 April 2013)
The lawsuit, registered under CFI 009/2013, involves a commercial dispute between the Claimant, Innov8 L.L.C, and the Defendant, The Industrial Group Limited. While the specific underlying cause of action—whether contractual, tortious, or otherwise—is not detailed in the procedural timetable, the…
MAZIN MOHAMMED AL MOALLIM v ETA STAR PROPERTY DEVELOPERS [2013] DIFC CFI 009 — Strict enforcement of service timelines (15 January 2013)
The lawsuit originated from a Part 7 claim filed by Mazin Mohammed Al Moallim against ETA Star Property Developers on 4 March 2012. The dispute, situated within the property development sector, stalled almost immediately due to the claimant's failure to progress the matter through the mandatory…
ANNA DADIC v DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE AUTHORITY [2011] DIFC CFI 009 — Procedural strictness in default judgment applications (08 May 2011)
The dispute originated from a claim filed by Anna Dadic on March 31, 2011, against the Dubai International Financial Centre Authority. Initially, the claim form did not specify a liquidated sum, marking the amount as "TBD" (to be determined), indicating that the quantum of damages was a matter for…
LOVELLS MIDDLE EAST v MOHAMMED ALI MOHAMMED SHUAIB KHOURI [2010] DIFC CFI 009 — Default judgment for unpaid legal fees (03 June 2010)
The dispute centered on the recovery of outstanding legal fees owed by the Defendant, Mohammed Ali Mohammed Shuaib Khouri, to the Claimant, Lovells Middle East LLP. The Claimant initiated proceedings under claim number CFI 009/2010 to recover a liquidated sum for services rendered.
MICHAEL LAUGHLIN KILLIAN v DUBAI AEROSPACE ENTERPRISE [2009] DIFC CFI 009 — Procedural directions for employment dispute resolution (23 August 2009)
The lawsuit concerns an employment dispute between the Claimant, Michael Laughlin Killian, and the Respondent, Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Limited. The litigation centers on the terms of the employment relationship, with the parties clashing over the scope of the Particulars of Claim and the…
OASIS CRESCENT CAPITAL v MOHAMMED USMAN SALEEM BUTT [2009] DIFC CFI 009 — Discharge of interim third party debt order (18 February 2009)
The dispute stems from ongoing execution proceedings initiated by Oasis Crescent Capital (DIFC) Limited against Mohammed Usman Saleem Butt. Following a series of procedural developments, including an appeal regarding a final employment settlement, the court had previously issued an Interim Third…
OASIS CRESCENT CAPITAL v MOHAMMED USMAN SALEEM [2009] DIFC CFI 009 — Employment appeal and final settlement quantification (16 February 2009)
The dispute originated as an employment claim brought by Mohammed Usman Saleem against his former employer, Oasis Crescent Capital (DIFC) Limited. The matter was initially adjudicated within the Small Claims Tribunal (SCT) under reference SCT E 030/2008.
OASIS CRESCENT CAPITAL v MOHAMMED USMAN SALEEM [2009] DIFC CFI 009 — Appeal regarding final employment settlement (10 February 2009)
The dispute originated from an employment relationship between Oasis Crescent Capital (DIFC) Limited and its former employee, Mohammed Usman Saleem. The matter initially proceeded through the Small Claims Tribunal (SCT) under reference SCT E 030/2008, concerning the final settlement of employment…