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Est. International Dispute Resolution

Raffa Cartoni
& Obeid

Premier international dispute resolution counsel specializing in complex banking, financial litigation, and corporate arbitration across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.

Also known as RCO Legal

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25+
Years Experience
500+
Cases Resolved
40+
Jurisdictions
3
Continents
About the Firm

Resolving the World's
Most Complex Disputes

Raffa Cartoni & Obeid (RLawyers) is a distinguished international dispute resolution firm co-founded by Dr. Mohamed Raffa. We specialize in navigating the most intricate banking, financial litigation, and corporate arbitration matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Our firm maintains a formidable presence in inter-bank disputes, investment derivatives, shareholder derivative cases, and cross-border commercial contracts. With deep expertise in Arab Laws and Islamic Shari'a, we bridge civil and common law traditions to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Multi-Jurisdictional Expertise

Seamless representation across Middle East, Europe, and Asia

Shari'a & Civil Law Integration

Unique capability to reconcile Islamic finance with international arbitration

Senior Arbitration Counsel

Led by Dr. Mohamed Raffa, arbitrator in massive commercial disputes

Meet Our Team
Dr. Mohamed Raffa
Founding Partner
"Justice in international commerce requires not only legal mastery, but cultural fluency and unwavering integrity."
Ph.D.
International Law
FCIArb
Fellow, CIArb
ICC
Panel Arbitrator
Our Expertise

Practice Areas

Comprehensive legal services spanning the full spectrum of international dispute resolution

Inter-Bank Disputes

Resolution of complex disputes between financial institutions, including correspondent banking relationships, syndicated lending conflicts, and regulatory compliance matters.

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Investment Derivatives

Expert counsel in structured products, swaps, options, and futures disputes. We navigate ISDA master agreements and complex financial instrument litigation.

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International Arbitration

Representation before ICC, LCIA, DIAC, and ad hoc tribunals. We act as both counsel and arbitrators in high-stakes commercial disputes.

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Shareholder Derivative Actions

Protecting minority shareholder rights through derivative litigation, oppression remedies, and corporate governance disputes across jurisdictions.

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Energy & Commodities

Specialized expertise in oil & gas, mining, and agricultural commodity disputes. We handle production sharing agreements and long-term supply contracts.

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Shari'a-Compliant Finance

Unique expertise in Islamic finance disputes, Sukuk litigation, and Shari'a board advisory. We reconcile Islamic principles with international arbitration frameworks.

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Our People

Distinguished Professionals

World-class legal minds with deep expertise in international dispute resolution

MR

Expert in international arbitration, Arab Laws, and Islamic Shari'a. Acts as arbitrator and counsel in massive commercial and financial disputes globally.

Dr. Mohamed Raffa

Founding Partner

International Arbitration · Shari'a Law · Banking

BC

Prominent arbitration expert with extensive experience in international commercial disputes. Previously served as senior partner within the group.

Bernardo Cartoni

Of Counsel

International Arbitration · Commercial Law

NC

Distinguished professor and practitioner from Obeid & Partners. Active in international arbitration networks spanning Europe and the Gulf region.

Prof. Dr. Nayla Comair-Obeid

Affiliated Counsel

Obeid & Partners · MENA Arbitration

Worldwide Reach

Global Presence

Strategic offices and associations across three continents to serve our international clientele

Paris, France

European Headquarters

Branch Office

Rome, Italy

Mediterranean Hub

Branch Office

Warsaw, Poland

Eastern Europe

Branch Office

Cairo, Egypt

MENA Gateway

Associated Firm

Cross-Border Excellence

Our network spans over 40 jurisdictions, enabling seamless representation in multi-jurisdictional disputes. From the banking centers of London and Dubai to the energy corridors of the Gulf and Central Asia, we provide consistent, high-caliber legal counsel.

Middle East & North Africa
European Union & UK
Asia-Pacific
40+
Jurisdictions
3
Continents
4
Office Locations
12
Languages
Client Recognition

Trusted by Industry Leaders

"Dr. Raffa's mastery of both Shari'a principles and international arbitration rules was instrumental in resolving our complex Sukuk dispute. Truly exceptional counsel."

AK
Ahmed Al-Khatib
CFO, Regional Investment Bank

"Their handling of our cross-border inter-bank dispute demonstrated unparalleled expertise in financial derivatives and multi-jurisdictional enforcement."

MR
Marie Renault
General Counsel, European Bank

"The team's deep understanding of energy sector contracts and arbitration procedures delivered a favorable outcome in our LNG pricing dispute."

JS
James Sterling
Director, Global Energy Corp
Get in Touch

Let's Discuss Your
Legal Matter

Whether you face a complex banking dispute, require arbitration counsel, or need guidance on Shari'a-compliant financial transactions, our team is ready to assist.

Email
contact@raffacartoniobeid.com
Phone
Bulgaria: +359 89 527 6659
Switzerland: +41525087290
Singapore: +6531290539
Headquarters
Paris, France

All inquiries are strictly confidential and protected by attorney-client privilege.