Emirates Advocates and Legal Consultants is a Dubai based law firm established in 1980 that provides comprehensive legal services to international and local clients across the United Arab Emirates. The firm combines deep local knowledge with international perspectives to support corporate and commercial matters, cross-border transactions, and regulatory compliance across industries.

They are recognized as one of the largest and most successful law firms in the UAE, with a client-centered approach that emphasizes clear communication, practical guidance, and tailored strategies. The firm delivers proactive service through integrated teams that combine UAE expertise with an international outlook to meet the needs of startups, multinational corporations, and individuals.

Emirates Advocates maintains a diverse practice that spans Corporate & Commercial, Real Estate, Intellectual Property, Immigration and Criminal Defense matters, offering end to end support from company setup and commercial transactions to litigation and enforcement. The firm emphasizes timely service, flexible engagement options, and close collaboration with clients to navigate the UAE regulatory environment.

About EMIRATES ADVOCATES and LEGAL CONSULTANTS

Founded in 1980


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Real Estate
Immigration
Criminal Defense
Intellectual Property

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Emirates Advocates provides end-to-end corporate and commercial legal services, including Mainland, Offshore and Free Zone company setup, legal due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, and drafting and negotiating final agreements. The team supports cross-border transactions and ongoing regulatory compliance across the UAE to help clients grow with confidence.
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

Real Estate: The firm's real estate specialists support clients in property acquisitions, sales, due diligence, contracts and tenancy issues, and dispute resolution for both residential and commercial matters, protecting real estate investments throughout the lifecycle of a deal.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Immigration

Immigration: The practice handles immigration and residency matters including visa applications, residency compliance, and representation in residency violations, helping clients navigate UAE immigration requirements efficiently and with strategic planning.
Asylum
Business Visa
Citizenship
Dependent Visa
Permanent Residency
Retirement Visa
Work Permit
Citizenship by Investment
Residence by Investment
Golden Visa

Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense: The team provides immediate intervention and strategic defense for criminal charges, offering tailored defense plans that address investigations and court proceedings to safeguard clients rights in the UAE.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property: The IP practice covers trademark, patent, and copyright protection and enforcement, with guidance on registration, enforcement strategies, and dispute resolution across UAE and international jurisdictions.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

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