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Welcome to the Law Office of
SEAN EKHLAS

The Law Office of Sean Ekhlas represents clients in international arbitration and U.S. sanctions matters before the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Our practice is built for cross-border disputes and regulatory matters where the stakes are high and the procedural terrain is complex.
Attorney Sean Ekhlas serves as counsel in investor-state arbitration before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), including the ongoing representation of a claimant in proceedings against a sovereign state. He represents clients in commercial and investment arbitration and before OFAC on license applications, delisting petitions, and sanctions compliance. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) and sits as an arbitrator at the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC).
The firm is U.S.-based. Attorney Sean Ekhlas is admitted in the State Bar of Georgia and the District of Columbia. Through a formal collaboration with Nasser Malalla Advocates & Legal Consultants, a leading UAE firm, we serve clients across the United Arab Emirates in full compliance with local regulations governing legal practice. This alliance pairs U.S. legal capability with established standing in the Gulf—a combination few firms can offer on matters that sit between the two jurisdictions.

Visionary Leadership, United Progress

We are committed to providing comprehensive legal solutions that drive positive outcomes for our clients. With extensive experience in cross-border legal matters, we prioritize client success through professional representation and unparalleled legal insight.
Our vision is to become a leading legal firm that provides exceptional legal counsel while ensuring fairness, compliance, and efficiency in international and domestic legal matters. We value professionalism, transparency, and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for our clients.

Past & Upcoming Events: Global Stage Presence

Reflections from Vienna

Insights from the 5th Biennial International Mediation Symposium

Earlier this May, I, Sean Ekhlas, had the privilege of participating in the 5th Biennial International Mediation Symposium held in Vienna, Austria. Organized by the Center for International Legal Studies (CILS), this gathering of international experts focused on advancing mediation and ADR techniques took place. Their shared goal? Improving the field. Cross-border disputes, hybrid ADR, ethics, and the rise of AI in our profession were all on the agenda for four stimulating days of discussion.

14th ICC MENA Conference on International Arbitration in Dubai

On 27 January 2026, Dubai welcomed 250 dispute resolution professionals from 30 countries for the 14th ICC MENA Conference on International Arbitration. Widely regarded as a flagship event for the region, the conference once again highlighted the growing relevance of ICC arbitration in Dubai as a preferred mechanism for resolving complex cross-border disputes. The gathering brought together arbitrators, counsel, in-house lawyers, and academics for a full day of substantive and practical discussions.

OFAC LICENSE AND DELISTING SERVICES BY PROFESSIONAL OFAC LICENSE LAWYERS IN DUBAI

Our OFAC attorney in Dubai, through our partnership with Nasser Malalla Advocates & Legal Consultants, ensures compliance with U.S. sanctions, assisting in license applications, unblocking frozen assets, and SDN List compliance. If wrongly designated, we file strong delisting petitions for reinstatement.

INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION PRACTICE BY INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION ATTORNEY IN DUBAI

The Law Office of Sean Ekhlas LLC is a US law firm with offices in Washington, DC and Atlanta. We advise on US sanctions law and act in international arbitration. In the UAE, we work in association with Nasser Malalla Advocates & Legal Consultants, Business Bay, Dubai, who provide licensed local representation. Sean Ekhlas sits as an arbitrator at DIAC and attends hearings and client meetings in Dubai regularly. We specialize in commercial and investment arbitration, protecting business interests and investor rights while ensuring the enforcement of arbitral awards globally. If you’re looking to hire an arbitration lawyer in Dubai, “The Law Office of Sean Ekhlas” can be your best option.

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About Sean Ekhlas

Attorney Sean Ekhlas is an accomplished legal professional with a distinguished career spanning over 16 years. He is:

A member of the State Bar of Georgia and Washington, D.C. admitted to practice before the Georgia Supreme Court.
A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) and an arbitrator at the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC).
A professional in OFAC compliance and international arbitration representation, providing top-tier legal counsel to businesses and individuals worldwide.
A leader in cross-border legal matters, offering strategic solutions to clients navigating international business, finance, and trade regulations.

Our Team Members

Sina Koosha

Senior Legal Consultant

Mike Alamoti

Law Clerk

Reza Ghasemi

Arbitration Specialist

Sasan Firouzi

Legal Operations Manager

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At the Law Office of Sean Ekhlas

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Global Reach, Local Expertise

We combine international legal expertise with a deep understanding of U.S. regulations.

Client Focused Strategy

Our team takes a results-driven approach, ensuring that each case is handled with care, diligence, and expertise.

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