Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
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DIFC, Dubai
About
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is one of the world's oldest and most prestigious international law firms, tracing its origins to 1743. With a Dubai office established in 2008 and located in the DIFC, Freshfields brings a global network of 2,800+ lawyers across 27 offices to the UAE market. The firm's Middle East practice is recognised for advising sovereign wealth funds, government entities, and blue-chip corporates on landmark transactions.
Real Estate Practice
Freshfields' Dubai real estate team advises on high-value property acquisitions, real estate finance, REIT structuring, and complex development joint ventures. They are particularly strong in cross-border real estate investment, acting for institutional investors deploying capital into UAE property assets. The team handles the full spectrum of transactional work — from due diligence and structuring through to completion — and regularly advises on hospitality and mixed-use development projects valued in the hundreds of millions of dirhams.
Notable Transactions
Freshfields has advised on several landmark UAE transactions including advising Mubadala on major real estate portfolio restructurings, acting for international hotel groups on management and franchise agreements for Dubai properties, and supporting sovereign investors on the acquisition of premium commercial assets in DIFC and Downtown Dubai. The firm also advised on the structuring of one of the region's first listed REITs.
Awards & Rankings
Ranked in Band 1 globally by Chambers for Real Estate and consistently recognised in Legal 500 EMEA for Construction and Real Estate. Named "Law Firm of the Year" multiple times at the IFLR Middle East Awards. The firm holds top-tier rankings for real estate finance and investment across all major legal directories.
Services Offered
Key services Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer provides for real estate lawyers clients in Dubai:
Why Choose Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
- One of the world's oldest and largest international law firms, with origins in London dating to 1743 and a global network of around 27 offices.
- Established UAE presence since 2008, with the Dubai office in the DIFC (ICD Brookfield Place) supported by an Abu Dhabi office.
- Around 50 fee earners across the UAE, advising government entities and the private sector on the region's most significant matters.
- Market-leading international arbitration and disputes capability serving the wider MENA region.
- Best suited to high-value, complex and cross-border real estate-related work handled through its corporate, finance and construction teams — rather than routine residential conveyancing.
How Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer Works
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Initial enquiry
Contact the Dubai office to discuss the matter and confirm the firm has the relevant capability and no conflicts of interest.
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Scoping and engagement
The firm scopes the work, assembles the right cross-practice team and issues an engagement letter with fee arrangements.
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Advice and execution
Lawyers advise on the transaction, dispute or financing, drafting documents and coordinating across jurisdictions where needed.
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Completion and ongoing support
The firm sees the matter through completion and remains available for follow-on or related advisory work.
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
Is Freshfields a real estate-focused law firm in Dubai?
No. Freshfields is a full-service global law firm whose UAE practice is led by corporate/M&A, finance and disputes/arbitration. Real estate matters are typically handled through its corporate, finance and construction teams, usually as part of larger transactions, financings or disputes rather than standalone residential conveyancing.
Where is the Freshfields Dubai office located?
The Dubai office is in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), at ICD Brookfield Place, Level 13. The firm also has an office in Abu Dhabi.
When did Freshfields open in the UAE?
The firm has advised in the UAE for many years and its Dubai office opened in 2008. Globally, Freshfields traces its origins to London in 1743 and is regarded as one of the oldest international law firms.
What kind of real estate work does Freshfields handle?
Typically high-value and complex matters such as real estate finance, the property and construction aspects of mergers, acquisitions and development joint ventures, and related disputes — advised through its corporate, finance and dispute resolution practices.
Can Freshfields represent me in a UAE property court dispute?
International firms operating in the DIFC act as registered legal consultancies. Rights of audience before the onshore Dubai courts are reserved for licensed UAE advocates, so confirm directly with the firm how any litigation would be handled, including any local counsel arrangements.
How is Freshfields regulated?
Freshfields is a UK-headquartered firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and operates in Dubai as a registered legal consultancy within the DIFC. Always verify current regulatory and licensing status before engaging.
How are fees charged?
Fees are quoted on request following an initial scoping of the matter. As a top-tier global firm, Freshfields sits at the premium end of the market and is generally best suited to substantial, complex or cross-border instructions.
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