Dentons
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Downtown Dubai
About
Dentons is the world's largest law firm by headcount, with approximately 5,900 lawyers across offices worldwide. Their Dubai presence dates back to 1969 — making them the first international law firm in the Emirates and one of the longest-established legal practices in the region, with over 120 fee-earners across 9 Middle East offices.
Real Estate Practice
The firm's Dubai real estate and hospitality team brings decades of UAE market experience, advising developers, investors, hotel operators, and sovereign wealth funds on:
- Large-scale real estate development advisory
- Site acquisitions and disposals
- Real estate financing (conventional and Islamic)
- Hospitality, leisure, and resort projects
- Leasing and asset management
- Cross-border GCC real estate investment
Notable UAE Transactions
- Advised Mashreqbank and ADCB on a landmark AED 3 billion syndicated real estate financing for The Private Department of Sheikh Mohamed Bin Khalid Al Nahyan LLC (2025)
- Advised AD Ports Group on AED 570 million sale of two logistics warehouses in KEZAD to Aldar Properties, including UAE's largest e-commerce fulfilment centre
- Advised AD Ports Group on AED 295 million logistics asset sale in Abu Dhabi to MAIR Group (2026)
Awards & Recognition
- Chambers Global 2026: Band 3 — UAE Real Estate
- Legal 500 EMEA 2025: Tier 3 — UAE Real Estate
- Chambers Middle East Awards 2025: UAE Real Estate Team of the Year
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Services Offered
Key services Dentons provides for real estate lawyers clients in Dubai:
Why Choose Dentons
- The world's largest law firm by headcount — 12,000+ lawyers across 160+ offices in 80+ countries.
- One of the longest-established international firms in the UAE: the Dubai office opened in 1969.
- Dedicated real estate practice acting on large-scale developments, site acquisitions, leasing and financing.
- Top-ranked by The Legal 500 in the UAE, including construction and real estate.
- Fully integrated UAE team of 50+ legal professionals across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
- Dentons & Co is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).
How Dentons Works
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Initial enquiry
Contact the Dubai office to outline your real estate matter and instruct the firm.
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Scoping & engagement
The relevant real estate partner scopes the work and confirms terms of engagement and fees.
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Due diligence & advice
Legal due diligence, drafting and negotiation of transaction, leasing, financing or dispute documents.
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Execution
Completion of the transaction or dispute strategy with ongoing legal support.
Business Profile
Hours and pricing may change — confirm directly with the business before engaging.
Licenses & Certifications
Licenses and certifications are subject to renewal. Verify current status with the issuing authority before engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer to buy property in Dubai?
A lawyer is not legally mandatory for a standard ready-property purchase registered with the Dubai Land Department, but legal review of sale and purchase agreements is advisable for off-plan, high-value, corporate or cross-border deals — the type of real estate work an international firm like Dentons handles.
What real estate services does Dentons offer in the UAE?
The UAE team advises on real estate acquisitions and disposals, commercial and retail leasing, development and site acquisition, real estate and project finance, construction and engineering matters, hospitality real estate, and related dispute resolution.
Where is Dentons located in Dubai?
The Dubai office is in the Burj Khalifa District (Downtown Dubai), at Boulevard Plaza 2. The firm also has an office in Abu Dhabi.
Is Dentons a UAE firm or an international firm?
It is an international firm — the world's largest law firm by number of lawyers, formed in 2013 through the combination of SNR Denton, Fraser Milner Casgrain and Salans. In the UAE, legal services are provided by Dentons & Co, an English partnership operating in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
How long has Dentons operated in the UAE?
Dentons traces its UAE presence to a Dubai office that opened in 1969, making it one of the earliest international law firms to establish in the Emirates, with a fully integrated team of 50+ legal professionals across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
How are rental and property disputes resolved in Dubai?
Tenancy disputes are typically handled by the Rental Dispute Centre (RDC), while other property disputes may go to the Dubai Courts or arbitration. Dentons has a top-ranked UAE dispute resolution and arbitration practice.
How are fees structured?
Fees are quoted on request following an initial scoping of the matter. As a top-tier international firm, its rates sit at the premium end of the market.
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