Main value for the client

Developer/contractor claims, delay & variation disputes, handover/defects, escrow & regulator interface.

We resolve complex real estate and construction disputes, including delays, payment claims, defects, and contractual breaches, while minimizing financial exposure, project disruption, and reputational risk.

The Middle East’s real estate and construction sector operates within a fast-paced, regulation-heavy environment involving high-value projects, multiple stakeholders, and cross-border investments. Expert local counsel is essential to navigate Dubai courts, construction arbitration, regulatory authorities, and enforcement mechanisms effectively.

Clients receive commercially focused legal strategies aligned with project objectives and investment priorities. Disputes are resolved efficiently, strengthening contractual enforcement, preserving asset value, and supporting successful project delivery and long-term stability.

What the Service Includes

At the first stage, the firm conducts a detailed review of project documentation, including contracts, variations, payment records, and technical reports, to assess liability and risk. It develops tailored dispute strategies, claims and defenses, expert coordination, pleadings, and negotiation or arbitration frameworks. Clients receive continuous legal and strategic support throughout litigation, arbitration, adjudication, or settlement processes, supported by deep expertise in UAE real estate law, construction contracts, and UAE courts, and construction arbitration forums. The service concludes with dispute resolution, enforcement of awards or judgments, and post-dispute advisory to protect ongoing projects and future developments

Benefits for Clients

The service minimizes legal, financial, and project-related risks, including delay penalties, cost overruns, and enforcement challenges. Complex construction and real estate disputes are simplified into structured, efficient processes, saving time and costs through proactive case management and early resolution opportunities. Clients gain a competitive advantage through stronger contractual positions, improved project continuity, protected asset value, and greater confidence in managing high-value real estate and construction investments.