Mayss Akasheh
Associate
Mayss is a maritime and dispute resolution associate specialised in advising on complex, cross-border disputes with a strong commercial focus.
Associate
Mayss is a maritime and dispute resolution associate specialised in advising on complex, cross-border disputes with a strong commercial focus.
Languages - English, Arabic
Jurisdictions - England & Wales, DIFC Courts (New York & England and Wales qualified)
Mayss Akasheh is a dual-qualified (England & Wales and New York) lawyer based in Stephenson Harwood's Dubai office, specialising in Marine, Trade and Offshore work, and Dispute Resolution and Arbitration.
Her bilingual skills and qualifications enable her to effectively advise some of the firm’s largest clients on intricate cross-border disputes. Mayss’ practice spans international arbitration under DIAC, SIAC, ICC, and LMAA rules, as well as litigation in the English High Court, DIFC Courts, and UAE local courts.
Her ability to navigate multi-jurisdictional challenges ensures clients receive comprehensive and strategic legal solutions. Mayss specialises in helping shipowners, commodity traders and multinational businesses resolve complex disputes, delivering strategic legal solutions in high-stakes cases, often involving time sensitive and fast-moving parts.
ICICI Bank Limited
Successfully claimed US$ 150,000 in a high-profile DIFC litigation against former NMC Founder, Dr Shetty.
Shipyard company
Defended a Korean shipyard in a US$ 25 million multiparty claim in relation to refund guarantees under LMAA terms.
UAE trading company
Successfully claimed US$ 7,500,000 in a dispute with traders under SIAC rules, where the Respondent failed to deliver Product under a gasoline trading packaged deal.
MT ARIANA
Successfully acting for Morteza Rajabieslami, the former owner of the vessel MT Ariana, in a claim against Mr Sam Tariverdi, Melousa Inc and Passa Navigation in the High Court. The dispute arises out of Mr Tariverdi's unlawful disposal of the vessel in breach of a trust agreement between Dr Rajabieslami and Mr Tariverdi.
Gasoil trade dispute
Successfully obtained an anti-suit injunction from DIFC Courts ordering the counterparty to stay proceedings brought in The Gambia.
MV VICTOR 1
Acted for the bareboat charterers of a vessel in an ownership dispute with head owners in the High Court. The case has involved obtaining mandatory injunctions regarding change of ship management, arrest proceedings in Singapore and Part 7 and Part 8 proceedings in London.
Shipowner – Charterer dispute
Representing one of the world's largest shipowners following cargo contamination claim before the Bangladeshi Courts and in LMAA Arbitration.
Aircraft Lessor
Represented an aircraft lessor in a Commercial Court claim seeking outstanding amounts for rent and other expenses arising from a lease agreement for two BOEING aircrafts leased to a Russian airline. This involved advising on European Union and the United States' sanctions and assessing the surrounding political climate.
Sanctions advice
Advising on OFAC-sanctions on a Vessel in circumstances where sanctions have been placed as a result of the Management Company's dealings in breach of sanctions.
