Doha, Qatar: The Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC), in partnership with Gatehouse Chambers and LexisNexis Middle East, successfully hosted a legal seminar titled Fraud Claims, Missing Assets, and Effective Techniques for Their Preservation and Recovery.

The event explored the latest developments in fraud litigation and asset recovery, drawing on the expertise of members of Gatehouse Chambers involved in landmark cases before the courts of England and Wales. The panel examined how these cases are influencing international commercial courts, including the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) Civil and Commercial Court and Regulatory Tribunal.

Participants gained practical insight into applications for asset preservation, as well as innovative approaches to freezing injunctions and the examination of witnesses in interim proceedings.

The discussion also highlighted key lessons from recent high-profile cases, including Mold Investments Ltd v Holloway and others [2025] EWHC 962; [2025] EWCA Civ 986, and the ongoing proceedings in Skatteforvaltningen (the Danish Customs and Tax Administration) v Solo Capital Partners LLP.

The session was moderated by Umar Azmeh, Registrar at QICDRC, with contributions from Andrew Grantham KC and Emily Betts, both barristers at Gatehouse Chambers, Jonathan Brooks, Senior Counsel from Al Tamimi & Co, and QICDRC Case Progression Officer, Muna AlKaabi.

Commenting on the event, Umar Azmeh, Registrar at QICDRC, said:“Fraud and asset recovery cases are increasingly international in scope, and it is vital for practitioners in the region to understand the evolving techniques and judicial approaches shaping these disputes. QICDRC is delighted to provide a platform for knowledge exchange on such a critical topic.”

Andrew Grantham KC, Barrister at Gatehouse Chambers, added:“The recent cases we will be discussing demonstrate how courts are responding to the complexities of fraud claims across jurisdictions. We look forward to sharing insights that will support practitioners in Doha and the wider MENA region in navigating these challenges.”

QICDRC extends its appreciation to all participants and speakers for their valuable contributions to the success of the event and reaffirms its ongoing commitment to promoting legal excellence through knowledge-sharing initiatives.

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