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LARA BASEM MUSA KHOURY v MASHREQ BANK [2021] DIFC CFI 046 — Setting aside a default judgment (05 August 2021)
The dispute originated on 28 April 2021, when the Claimant, Lara Basem Musa Khoury, initiated proceedings against Mashreq Bank PSC. Following the commencement of the action, the Claimant sought a default judgment on 15 June 2021, alleging that the Defendant had failed to respond to the claim within…
LARA BASEM MUSA KHOURY v MASHREQ BANK PSC [2021] DIFC CFI 046 — Default judgment for USD 5.99 million (30 June 2021)
The dispute centers on a substantial financial claim brought by Lara Basem Musa Khoury against Mashreq Bank PSC. The litigation was initiated to recover a specific judgment sum of USD 5,998,935.67.
SIVENDRAN VETTIVETPILLAI v ABRAAJ CAPITAL [2018] DIFC CFI 046 — Procedural denial of default judgment (05 August 2018)
Sivendran Vettivetpillai initiated a request for default judgment on 2 August 2018, seeking a procedural victory in his ongoing dispute against Abraaj Capital Limited. In the context of DIFC litigation, a default judgment is a mechanism typically employed when a defendant fails to acknowledge…
OZAN KALEMDAROGLU v GMG [2017] DIFC CFI 046 — Settlement and release of security for costs (09 August 2017)
The litigation in CFI 046/2016 involved a civil claim brought by Ozan Kalemdaroglu against GMG (Dubai) Limited. While the substantive merits of the claim were ultimately superseded by a settlement, the procedural history of the case was defined by a significant dispute regarding the financial risk…
MR OZAN KALEMDAROGLU v GMG (DUBAI) LTD [2017] DIFC CFI 046 — Case Management Order (22 May 2017)
The lawsuit involves a claim brought by Mr Ozan Kalemdaroglu against GMG (Dubai) Ltd. While the specific underlying cause of action is not detailed in the procedural order, the matter is categorized under General Litigation within the DIFC Court of First Instance.
OZAN KALEMDAROGLU v GMG [2016] DIFC CFI 046 — Procedural extension of time for Defence and Counterclaim (17 January 2017)
The litigation identified as CFI 046/2016 involves a civil claim brought by Ozan Kalemdaroglu against GMG (Dubai) Limited. While the underlying substantive merits of the claim—such as the specific contractual or tortious basis for the action—remain outside the scope of this specific procedural…
MASOOD UR RAHMAN v DAMAC PARK TOWERS COMPANY [2013] DIFC CFI 046 — Consolidation and procedural directions (06 January 2013)
The litigation originated from disputes involving real estate assets managed by Damac Park Towers Company. The defendant initially sought to contest the authority of the DIFC Courts to adjudicate the claims brought by Masood Ur Rahman and Shemhon Iftakhar.
STELIAN GHEORGHE v BSA AHMAD BIN HEZEEM & ASSOCIATES [2025] DIFC CFI 045 — Immediate assessment of costs following successful defense (16 December 2025)
The DIFC Court of First Instance provides a masterclass in the application of the 'broadbrush' approach to cost assessment, clarifying the evidentiary requirements for shared disbursements in multi-party litigation.
STELIAN GHEORGHE v BSA AHMAD BIN HEZEEM & ASSOCIATES [2025] DIFC CFI 045 — Stay of proceedings in favour of arbitration (28 October 2025)
The DIFC Court of First Instance confirms that legacy references to the DIFC-LCIA in arbitration agreements remain valid and enforceable, mandating a stay of court proceedings in favour of DIAC arbitration.
MELVIN STANLEY PAREKKAT v SHAHAB AHMAD MOHAMED AYOUB ALSHEHHI [2024] DIFC CFI 045 — Procedural adjournment of the second pre-trial review (08 November 2024)
The litigation involves a claim brought by Melvin Stanley Parekkat against two defendants: Shahab Ahmad Mohamed Ayoub Alshehhi and The Coins Resturant & Coffee Shop Ltd. While the specific underlying commercial or contractual grievances remain subject to ongoing proceedings, the matter has reached…
MELVIN STANLEY PAREKKAT v SHAHAB AHMAD MOHAMED AYOUB ALSHEHHI [2024] DIFC CFI 045 — Consent order for trial preparation deadlines (03 October 2024)
The DIFC Court of First Instance formalizes revised procedural timelines for trial documentation, ensuring alignment between the parties in the ongoing dispute between Melvin Stanley Parekkat and the defendants.
MELVIN STANLEY PAREKKAT v SHAHAB AHMAD MOHAMED AYOUB ALSHEHHI [2024] DIFC CFI 045 — Procedural finality and the rejection of late-stage counterclaims (26 June 2024)
The DIFC Court of First Instance reinforces the importance of procedural discipline by refusing a second attempt to introduce a late-stage counterclaim that lacked particularity and threatened the integrity of the trial schedule.
MELVIN STANLEY PAREKKAT v SHAHAB AHMAD MOHAMED AYOUB ALSHEHHI [2024] DIFC CFI 045 — Retrospective extension of time for witness statements (06 May 2024)
The lawsuit involves a claim brought by Melvin Stanley Parekkat against Shahab Ahmad Mohamed Ayoub Alshehhi and The Coins Restaurant & Coffee Shop. The specific procedural dispute centered on the Claimant’s failure to adhere to the timeline for witness evidence established in the earlier Case…
MELVIN STANLEY PAREKKAT v SHAHAB AHMAD MOHAMED AYOUB ALSHEHHI [2024] DIFC CFI 045 — Compelling document production under RDC 28.16 (18 March 2024)
The dispute centers on the Claimant’s efforts to obtain essential evidence to substantiate his claims against the Defendants, Shahab Ahmad Mohamed Ayoub Alshehhi and The Coins Restaurant & Coffee Shop.
MELVIN STANLEY PAREKKAT v SHAHAB AHMAD MOHAMED AYOUB ALSHEHHI [2024] DIFC CFI 045 — Refusal of late-stage counterclaim and disclosure extension (20 February 2024)
The dispute arises from a Part 7 claim initiated by Melvin Stanley Parekkat against Shahab Ahmad Mohamed Ayoub Alshehhi and The Coins Restaurant & Coffee Shop Ltd. The litigation centers on the management and operational conduct of the second defendant entity.
MELVIN STANLEY PAREKKAT v SHAHAB AHMAD MOHAMMED AYOUB AL SHEHHI [2023] DIFC CFI 045 — Procedural framework for commercial dispute (06 December 2023)
A comprehensive Case Management Order establishing the procedural roadmap for a commercial dispute involving share valuation and corporate governance.
DR CHRISTOPHER EMEKA ODUNEYE-BRAINIFF v COMMERZBANK AG [2023] DIFC CFI 045 — Amended consent order staying proceedings (14 June 2023)
The litigation originated from a Part 7 Claim filed by Dr Christopher Emeka Oduneye-brainiff on 1 July 2022, which was subsequently amended on 4 July 2022. While the underlying substantive allegations against the DIFC branch of the German banking giant remain shielded by a confidential schedule,…
ODUNEYE-BRAINIFF v COMMERZBANK [2023] DIFC CFI 045 — Procedural timeline for banking litigation (24 March 2023)
The litigation involves a civil claim brought by Dr Christopher Emeka Oduneye-brainiff against the DIFC branch of Commerzbank AG. While the underlying substantive merits of the claim remain subject to the ongoing proceedings, the court has intervened to ensure the orderly progression of the case…
DR CHRISTOPHER EMEKA ODUNEYE-BRAINIFF v COMMERZBANK AG [2023] DIFC CFI 045 — Dismissal of summary judgment application regarding extraterritorial employment claims (08 February 2023)
The DIFC Court of First Instance clarifies the limits of summary judgment in complex employment disputes involving international banking entities and the jurisdictional reach of the DIFC Employment Law.
DR CHRISTOPHER EMEKA ODUNEYE-BRAINIFF v COMMERZBANK AG [2022] DIFC CFI 045 — Case Management Order (10 October 2022)
The litigation involves a civil claim brought by Dr Christopher Emeka Oduneye-Brainiff against the DIFC branch of Commerzbank AG. While the specific underlying cause of action—whether arising from breach of contract, banking negligence, or other financial regulatory disputes—is not detailed in this…
EMIRATES NBD BANK v KBBO CPG INVESTMENT [2023] DIFC CFI 045 — Discharge of freezing order following onshore restructuring ratification (18 October 2023)
The lawsuit, initiated by a consortium of ten major financial institutions including Emirates NBD Bank PJSC and HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, centered on the recovery of substantial debts owed by the KBBO group of companies and associated individuals.
EMIRATES NBD BANK v KBBO CPG INVESTMENT [2022] DIFC CFI 045 — Default judgment against Third Defendant following failed jurisdiction challenge (08 November 2022)
The litigation involves a massive debt recovery action brought by a consortium of ten financial institutions, including Emirates NBD Bank, HSBC Bank Middle East, and various international branches of ICICI Bank, against KBBO CPG Investment LLC and several individual defendants, including the Third…
EMIRATES NBD BANK v KBBO CPG INVESTMENT [2022] DIFC CFI 045 — Dismissal of jurisdictional challenge regarding alleged forgery (05 August 2022)
The DIFC Court of First Instance confirms that a jurisdictional challenge predicated on a factual dispute, such as an allegation of forgery, cannot be resolved at the interlocutory stage and must proceed to trial.
EMIRATES NBD BANK v KBBO CPG INVESTMENT [2022] DIFC CFI 045 — Withdrawal of legal representation (15 July 2022)
The DIFC Court of First Instance formalizes the cessation of legal representation for multiple corporate and individual defendants in the ongoing multi-bank litigation against the KBBO Group.