Atul Dhawan Ashok Amir Chand Dhawan v Ramzi Wahib El Jaouhari [2026] DIFC CFI 058 (15 February 2026)

Atul Dhawan Ashok Amir Chand Dhawan v Ramzi Wahib El Jaouhari [2026] DIFC CFI 058 (15 February 2026)

The Claimant was entitled to a modest extension due to unforeseen circumstances; Defendant's objection was unreasonable and costs should be paid by Defendant.

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Citation
[2026] DIFC CFI 058
Parties
Claimant: Atul Dhawan Ashok Amir Chand Dhawan; Defendant: Ramzi Wahib El Jaouhari
Jurisdiction
United Arab Emirates
Judgment Date
15 February 2026
Procedural Posture
Civil / Interlocutory Application for Extension of Time
Outcome
Claimant's application for extension of time granted; Defendant to pay costs.
Legal Topics
Extension of Time, Costs, Case Management
Civil Procedure Extension of Time Costs Case Management

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Parties

Atul Dhawan Ashok Amir Chand Dhawan

Claimant

Ramzi Wahib El Jaouhari

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Civil / Interlocutory Application for Extension of Time

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the Claimant should be granted an extension of time to file a reply
  2. 2 Whether the Defendant should pay the costs of the application

Ratio Decidendi

The Claimant was entitled to a modest extension due to unforeseen circumstances; Defendant's objection was unreasonable and costs should be paid by Defendant.

Court Disposition

Claimant's application for extension of time granted; Defendant to pay costs.

Orders

  • Claimant's application granted.
  • Defendant to pay Claimant's application costs, to be summarily assessed after submissions.