Slava Kiryushin is a highly recognised construction dispute specialist in the MENA region having represented clients in multi-billion disputes related to energy, construction and infrastructure projects. His clients include national and international oil & gas companies, refining and petrochemical companies, EPC contractors, and oil & gas service companies.

Slava advises on all complex aspects of construction and oil & gas projects from inception through to completion and on all aspects of dispute avoidance and resolution. He is a solicitor-advocate and frequently advocates on behalf of clients in international arbitration. His recent work includes oil and gas processing facilities, drilling contracts (onshore and offshore), power plants, LNG facilities, refineries, water desalination plants and major railroads.

He has Part II appearance rights (restricted) to appear before the DIFC courts, is a member of most international arbitration bodies, is a founding member of the DMCC Energy Club and is regularly invited to speak at international conferences. Slava is also a certified PRINCE2 and PRINCE2 Agile project manager.

Slava is widely recognised by the industry, as reflected in rankings and awards received: 

• Leading Individual in Oil, Gas & Natural Resources (Legal 500). 
• Next Generation Partner in Construction (Legal 500).
• Expert in both Oil & Gas and Power/Electricity (Who's Who Legal).
• Winner of the "Client Choice 2021" award in Energy and Natural Resources (UAE).
• Asian Legal Business MENA Super 50 lawyer (2022).
• Thomson Reuters Global "Standout Lawyer" (2022).

He is held in high esteem by the industry, as is reflected in client testimonials from recent Legal 500 rankings:

"Slava Kiryushin is not just a legal expert, but a true oil and gas powerhouse. He is involved in the most technical aspects of operations and can dissect the drilling reports with ease, as well as understanding the workflow of the most complex production facilities in the oil and gas process."

"Slava Kiryushin is a tenacious lawyer with a heavyweight intellect, who gives practical and strategic advice on complex issues."

"Slava Kiryushin is an industry specialist but with a very astute disputes angle. He works incredibly well under pressure and what makes him stand out is his commercial understanding of business needs."

"Slava Kiryushin has been the standout lawyer. He gives a balanced approach and strategic advice, and is always business-minded and pragmatic."

"Slava Kiryushin is the person to go to if you have a complex oil and gas issue. When dealing with drilling programmes, complex EPCs or any form of commercial arrangements, we have not met anyone better suited than him."

"Slava Kiryushin is the person to go to if you have a complex oil and gas issue. When dealing with drilling programmes, complex EPCs or any form of commercial arrangements, we have not met anyone better suited than him."