Bridget Butler

Bridget is a Partner at Horizons & Co. and a seasoned lawyer with over 20 years of experience in the UK and Middle East. She has excelled in leading roles within prestigious firms and major GCC companies, handling complex contentious cases. Her expertise spans joint venture disputes, fraud claims, regulatory representation, and more, with a strong focus on the financial services, consumer and tech sectors. Her track record includes successful representations in the DIFC, UAE, and English courts, earning her recognition for her prowess in navigating intricate legal matters.

Throughout her career, Bridget has demonstrated skill in handling high value and intricate arbitration and commercial litigation cases, earning a stellar reputation in both the Middle East and the UK. She has successfully represented clients in the DIFC and onshore UAE courts, as well as the English High Court, and has navigated numerous disputes governed by prominent international and regional arbitration rules such as the LCIA, the SCC, and the DIAC.

Specialising in joint venture and shareholder disputes, fraud claims, breach of warranty matters, breach of contract claims, and regulatory representation, Bridget is a considered an incredibly safe pair of hands for contentious commercial issues, white collar crime and investigations. Additionally, she brings extensive regulatory and compliance experience to the table, including legislative and regulatory drafting.