Al Sharif Advocates & Legal Consultants is a Dubai based law firm with a long history of serving clients across the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1982 by Dr Abdulrahman Al Sharif, it is one of the oldest law firms in the UAE and has built a reputation for depth in construction, corporate, commercial and real estate law. The firm combines a multicultural team of lawyers with local know-how and international capabilities to deliver precise and effective legal solutions.
The firm is recognized for its comprehensive local and international legal consultancy across a broad spectrum of matters. It emphasizes tailor-made solutions, risk assessment and practical guidance, with representation in UAE federals courts and arbitral tribunals. A multilingual practice serves clients in Arabic, English, German, Farsi, Urdu, and Turkish, supporting cross-border work and complex negotiations.
Al Sharif Advocates & Legal Consultants maintains a robust client service approach, focusing on timely communication, strategic dispute resolution, and efficient matter management. In addition to core practice areas, the firm offers private notarial services and trademark registration, underscoring its commitment to end to end legal support for individuals and businesses.
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Practice areas
Al Sharif Advocates & Legal Consultants maintains a robust Corporate & Commercial practice, advising on company formation, governance, commercial contracts, joint ventures and cross-border transactions. The firm provides locally grounded advice with international reach, offering due diligence, regulatory compliance and representation before UAE courts and arbitral tribunals as part of tailor-made solutions.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls
Real Estate matters include property acquisitions, development projects, leasing, due diligence, title checks and related disputes, with a focus on coordinating with construction and corporate teams to support development and investment and to pursue efficient dispute resolution when needed.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing
The firm handles civil and commercial disputes through pleadings and defense before UAE courts at all levels and through arbitration when appropriate, leveraging broad litigation experience to pursue efficient outcomes and to coordinate cross-border dispute resolution for international clients.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency
Dispute Prevention & Pre-Litigation
The Criminal Defense capability covers investigations and court proceedings in UAE criminal matters, providing strategic defense and aims to protect clients rights and achieve favorable outcomes.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime
Extradition
International Criminal Law
The Employment & Labor practice addresses labour contracts, wage disputes and regulatory compliance, representing employers and employees in disputes before UAE authorities and courts.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation
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