The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department provides specialised legal services to the Government of Dubai and its entities, offering strategic advice on legislation, contracts and regulatory matters and representing the Government in relevant matters before judicial and arbitration fora. The Department reviews legislation, contracts and agreements to which government entities are parties and furnishes clear legal opinions to support decision making at the highest levels.
Established in 2008 by directive of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum and affiliated to HH The Ruler's Court, the Department oversees the Emirate's legal work and supervises the licensing of the advocacy and legal consultancy profession. This structure supports a cohesive and compliant legal framework for the Government of Dubai and its entities, aligning with the Emirate's development goals.
Its client service approach combines formal legal representation with accessible channels for government entities, including a central portal for government legal services and mechanisms to record, resolve and settle disputes amicably when possible. The Department emphasizes timely, precise and practical legal support that directly serves the public interests of Dubai’s governance framework.
About The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department
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Practice areas
The Department represents the Government and government entities in disputes before courts, arbitration and other tribunals, and pursues amicable settlements when legally appropriate, drawing on its experience in reviewing legal claims and procedural rules to safeguard public interests.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency
Dispute Prevention & Pre-Litigation
The Department provides legal opinions, drafts and reviews government contracts and regulatory documents, and supports commercial decisions by government entities through rigorous contract analysis, compliance reviews and policy development to align with local and federal requirements.
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
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