Zahy Deen
Partner
Commercial
E: Zahy.deen@kingsley-wood.com
Zahy is a commercial solicitor and brings over 20 years of experience in complex commercial litigation, civil fraud, and insolvency matters.
about
Zahy represents high-net-worth individuals and international businesses in complex litigation, fraud, and cross-border disputes. He regularly advise on high-value matters often exceeding £100 million, including civil fraud, shareholder disputes, and cross border insolvency.
Fluent in Arabic, Hebrew, and English, he serves both London and global client base, particularly from the Middle East, and frequently works alongside leading counsel. Known for his strategic approach and personal client service, he focuses on results-driven, commercially sound outcomes.
Recent Matters
my work
- Commercial litigation
- Civil fraud
- Asset recovery
- Bankruptcy and insolvency, including cross-border application
- Mitchell and another v Sheikh Mohamed Bin Issa Al Jaber and another [2025] UKSC 43
- Involved in the early stages of the Supreme Court appeal on behalf of Sheikh Mohamed bin Issa Al Jaber in major cross-border BVI liquidation proceedings concerning fiduciary liability, alleged intermeddling by a former director, knowing receipt and the correct measure of equitable compensation where the relevant assets had allegedly lost their value by the date of trial.
- Mitchell and Krys v Sheikh Mohamed Bin Issa Al Jaber and others [2024] EWCA Civ 423
- Acting for Sheikh Mohamed bin Issa Al Jaber in the Court of Appeal in substantial insolvency and equitable compensation proceedings, where the Court of Appeal reduced the first instance award of approximately €67.1 million to nil at appeal stage. The case concerned fiduciary duties, alleged dishonest transfer of shares, knowing receipt, and the measure of equitable compensation in respect of assets held through a complex international corporate structure.
- Mitchell and Krys v Sheikh Mohamed Bin Issa Al Jaber and others [2023] EWHC 364 (Ch)
- Acting for Sheikh Mohamed bin Issa Al Jaber in High Court proceedings brought by the joint liquidators of MBI International & Partners Inc, involving allegations of dishonest transfer of shares, fiduciary liability, knowing receipt, equitable compensation and issues arising from the liquidation of a BVI company.
- Al Jaber and others v Mitchell and others [2021] EWCA Civ 1190
- Successfully acting for Sheikh Mohamed bin Issa Al Jaber in the Court of Appeal on an important discrete issue concerning witness immunity in section 236 Insolvency Act 1986 proceedings. The appeal concerned whether statements made under oath and by witness statement in a private examination under section 236 were protected by immunity from suit.
- Salfiti v Seedo [2022] EWHC 1712 (Ch)
- Successfully acting for the claimant, Mr Saddiq Omar Abu Seedo, in substantial fraud and property litigation against his former solicitor, Mr Amjad Salfiti, arising from the acquisition and beneficial ownership of commercial property at 306–308 Elgin Avenue, London W9.
- The claim involved serious allegations of fraud, deceit, breach of trust and dishonesty, together with complex issues concerning beneficial ownership, constructive and resulting trusts, disputed documents, limitation, equitable accounting, indemnities and remedies following a fraudulent property transaction.
- Successfully acting for Mr Abu Seedo in the High Court appeal before Falk J, where Mr Salfiti’s appeal was dismissed and the findings of dishonesty and liability arising from the fraudulent property transaction were upheld.
- Saddiq Omar Abu Seedo v Fahmy El Gamal, El Gamal and Co Ltd and Amjad Salfiti [2023] EWCA Civ 330
- Successfully acting for Mr Saddiq Omar Abu Seedo in the Court of Appeal in related proceedings concerning limitation in fraud and deceit claims under section 32 of the Limitation Act 1980. The case addressed when time starts running in deceit claims where there are multiple related misrepresentations and concealment, and is an important authority on limitation in fraud claims.
Interest
about me
Born and raised in the Mediterranean city of Haifa, I moved to the UK at the age of 18 to pursue my legal studies and qualifications and have made Sussex my home ever since. I live with my wife and our four children, and I deeply enjoy the countryside lifestyle that Sussex offers.
Outside of my legal practice, I am passionate about the outdoors. From October to January, I take part (without fail) in game shooting as part of a syndicate in the hills of Devon and Somerset. I also enjoy travelling and finding inspiration in simple, enduring experiences.
Awards & Experience
my expertise
- Solicitor of England and Wales,
- Legal Practice Course, De Montfort University
- LL.B (Hons) Law, University of Essex
