About
Pinsent Masons is an international law firm with a particular focus on real estate, construction, and infrastructure — the three sectors that define Dubai's built environment. Founded in 1769 and headquartered in London, the firm has over 1,500 lawyers across 25 offices globally. Their Dubai office, established in 2010 in the DIFC, has rapidly become one of the most respected practices for property and construction law in the UAE, drawing on the firm's deep sector specialisation.
Real Estate Practice
Pinsent Masons' Dubai real estate team is one of the most active in the market, handling property acquisitions and disposals, development advisory, landlord and tenant matters, real estate finance, and strata title work. The firm's distinctive strength lies in its integrated real estate and construction offering — meaning clients get seamless advice from project inception through development, leasing, and eventual disposal. They advise developers, investors, asset managers, and government entities.
Notable Transactions
The firm has advised on numerous landmark Dubai real estate projects including acting for master developers on the legal framework for major mixed-use communities, advising international investors on portfolio acquisitions of commercial and retail assets, and supporting hotel operators on management agreements for premium hospitality projects. Pinsent Masons has also been heavily involved in Dubai Expo 2020-related construction and real estate work.
Awards & Rankings
Ranked Band 1 by Chambers and Partners for Construction in the Middle East and highly recommended for Real Estate. Named "Construction Team of the Year" at the Legal 500 EMEA Awards multiple times. Recognised as a top-tier firm for real estate and construction by IFLR1000 and consistently praised for sector expertise in client feedback.
Services Offered
Key services Pinsent Masons provides for real estate lawyers clients in Dubai:
Why Choose Pinsent Masons
- International firm with a long-standing UAE presence — established in the UAE in 2004, serving the region from Dubai and Abu Dhabi offices.
- Sector strength in real estate, construction and infrastructure — one of the largest dedicated infrastructure and energy teams in the Middle East.
- Full-service construction practice covering both transactional matters and major disputes.
- Dispute resolution depth — experience in large-scale litigation and commercial arbitration, including the DIFC and ADGM Courts.
- Global network of around 1,700 lawyers across 29 offices for cross-border real estate and project work.
- UK-regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
How Pinsent Masons Works
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Initial enquiry and conflict check
Contact the Dubai office to outline your real estate or construction matter; the firm runs a conflict check before engaging.
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Scoping and engagement
The relevant real estate, construction or disputes team scopes the work and sets out the engagement terms and fee basis.
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Advisory or representation
Lawyers handle the transaction, contract, regulatory matter or dispute, drawing on the firm's wider sector and global network where needed.
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Resolution and ongoing support
Matters are progressed to completion, settlement, judgment or award, with continued advisory support as required.
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
Does Pinsent Masons have a real estate practice in Dubai?
Yes. Real estate is one of the firm's sector focus areas in the UAE, and it advises on property transactions, development and related disputes from its Dubai and Abu Dhabi offices.
Is Pinsent Masons strong in construction and infrastructure disputes?
Yes. The firm runs a full-service construction practice in Dubai covering transactional matters and major disputes, and has one of the largest dedicated infrastructure and energy teams in the Middle East.
My off-plan property handover is delayed — can the firm help?
The firm advises on real estate and construction disputes, including matters arising from development and project delays. The right course of action depends on your sale and purchase agreement and the facts, so seek tailored legal advice.
Can Pinsent Masons represent clients in the DIFC Courts?
Yes. The firm's commercial dispute resolution team has experience in complex litigation and arbitration, with expertise extending to the DIFC and ADGM Courts.
Is Pinsent Masons a UAE law firm or an international firm?
Pinsent Masons is an international firm headquartered in London with offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. It operates in the UAE as part of a global network of around 29 offices.
Who regulates Pinsent Masons?
As a UK-headquartered firm, Pinsent Masons is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Always confirm current regulatory and registration status before engaging.
How are fees charged?
Fees are provided on a quote-on-request basis following an initial scoping of the matter. Contact the Dubai office for an engagement proposal.
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