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Real Estate Lawyers in Dubai

Davidson & Co offers comprehensive legal solutions to help individuals and companies address the full spectrum of real estate issues. We serve a diverse client base, including developers, investors, landlords, tenants, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and financial institutions. Our experienced real estate lawyer Dubai team provides expert advice on all aspects of property transactions, property management, and dispute resolution, ensuring that clients can navigate the complexities of real estate law with confidence and clarity.

We can help you deal with the following legal matters pertaining to real estate:

Our Legal Services for Real Estate

Real Estate Transactions

We handle a wide range of real estate transactions, including the purchase and sale of residential and commercial properties, leasing, development projects, and real estate financing. Our attorneys are skilled in negotiating terms, conducting due diligence, drafting transaction documents, and closing deals efficiently, in accordance with the UAE Civil Transactions Law, Dubai Land Department (DLD) regulations, and RERA guidelines.

Land Use and Zoning

Our practice advises clients on land use, zoning, and environmental compliance. We assist in obtaining necessary permits and approvals, represent clients in zoning hearings, and guide environmental regulations to ensure that development projects proceed without legal complications under Dubai Municipality Planning Regulations and Environmental Protection Standards.

Real Estate Development and Construction

We support clients through all phases of property development and construction, from initial land acquisition and project conception through to construction and final project completion. We negotiate and draft construction agreements, manage contractor relationships, and ensure compliance with the Dubai Building Code and DIFC Real Property Law, as well as Dubai Strata Law for jointly owned developments.

Commercial Leasing

Our team specialising in real estate law has extensive experience in drafting and negotiating commercial leases for office spaces, retail locations, and industrial sites. We represent both landlords and tenants, ensuring leases are structured to meet strategic goals while protecting legal and financial interests. We also assist with compliance under the Dubai Rental Law, including disputes before the Rental Dispute Settlement Centre.

Real Estate Financing

We assist clients in securing financing for real estate projects through mortgages, loans, and alternative financing arrangements. Our services include the preparation and review of financing documents, negotiation of terms with lenders, and ensuring compliance with UAE Central Bank mortgage regulations, as well as structuring Sharia-compliant real estate finance transactions.

Real Estate Litigation

We represent clients in disputes involving breach of contract, property rights, construction litigation, and landlord-tenant conflicts. Our experienced real estate litigation attorney team strives to resolve matters efficiently through negotiation and mediation. Still, we are also fully prepared to act as real estate litigation lawyers in UAE courts and arbitration centres, including DIFC LCIA Arbitration Centre and Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC).

What Law Governs Real Estate in the UAE?

Davidson & Co ensures that every transaction and dispute is handled in accordance with the applicable real estate laws and regulations, including:

  • UAE Civil Transactions Law 
  • Dubai Rental Law 
  • DIFC Real Property 
  • Dubai Strata Law
  • RERA Regulations issued by the Dubai Land Department
  • Dubai Building Code and planning regulations
  • Central Bank Mortgage Regulations

These frameworks regulate property ownership, leasing, construction, financing, landlord tenant relationships, and dispute resolution in Dubai.

Davidson & Co – Your Strategic Partner in Real Estate

At Davidson & Co, our real estate law firm in Dubai offers expert legal guidance across the entire spectrum of real estate transactions and disputes. Whether you need a property lawyer Dubai for a high value acquisition, property dispute lawyers for litigation, or a business focused property lawyer for development and leasing matters, our team provides comprehensive legal support.

Our goal is to ensure that every client’s real estate ventures are successful, compliant, and legally sound.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Working with a qualified real estate lawyer ensures compliance with Dubai Land Department (DLD) regulations and protects your interests in transactions.

Disputes are resolved under the Dubai Rental Law and are adjudicated by the Dubai Rental Dispute Settlement Centre.

Absolutely. Our property lawyer Dubai team reviews off plan sales contracts, ensuring compliance with RERA regulations and safeguarding investor rights.

Yes. Our real estate litigation lawyer team represents clients in court and arbitration proceedings for construction disputes, contract breaches, and ownership issues.

We are trusted property dispute lawyers and advisors, recognised for providing strategic, practical, and compliant solutions to real estate challenges in Dubai.

Yes. Foreign nationals can buy freehold property in designated areas of Dubai under laws introduced in 2002. Our lawyers guide international investors through compliance with DLD and RERA requirements.

The Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) regulates Dubai’s property market. It oversees developer registration, project approvals, escrow accounts, and off plan sales. We ensure our clients’ transactions remain fully compliant with RERA regulations.

Jointly owned properties are governed by the Dubai Strata Law. We advise developers, homeowners’ associations, and investors on compliance, governance, and dispute resolution for strata titled projects.

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