Construction lawyers in Dubai under the supervision of Amal Khamis have around 30 years of experience in legal matters related to construction projects, including contracts, disputes, and regulatory compliance. We assist developers, contractors, subcontractors, and property owners with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction agreements, ensuring that projects comply with local laws and regulations.
Construction law in the UAE governs the legal framework for construction projects, addressing contracts, regulations, disputes, and rights of various parties involved, including developers, contractors, and subcontractors. The law is primarily based on the Federal Civil Code, the UAE Commercial Transactions Law, and various local regulations and building codes, with a strong emphasis on Sharia principles in some areas.
Comprehensive Construction Lawyer Services
Construction lawyers in Dubai at Amal Khamis Law Firm play a critical role in managing the legal complexities of construction projects, ensuring all parties fulfill their obligations and helping resolve disputes effectively.
Construction Contracts
Amal khamis Helps clients create and negotiate construction contracts, including terms related to timelines, payment, and quality standards. Construction agreements in the UAE typically follow standard forms such as the FIDIC (International Federation of Consulting Engineers) or UAE government contracts. These contracts govern the terms related to project timelines, cost, quality, and obligations of each party involved.
Dispute Resolution
Amal khamis Represents clients in construction-related disputes, including breaches of contract, delays, defects, and claims for damages. This may involve arbitration, mediation, or litigation with our construction lawyers. Construction disputes in the UAE are common and can arise from delays, cost overruns, contract breaches, or defects. These disputes can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation in UAE courts. The UAE’s legal system encourages arbitration, especially for large-scale projects.
Permits and Approvals
Ensuring compliance with Dubai’s building codes, zoning laws, and environmental regulations.
Before starting construction, developers must secure building permits from local authorities (e.g., Dubai Municipality) and ensure compliance with zoning laws, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
Risk Management
Amal Khamis is providing advice on risk allocation, insurance, warranties, and guarantees to mitigate potential legal issues during a project. The law requires specific insurance for construction projects, including contractor’s all-risk insurance and performance bonds to protect parties from financial risks during the construction phase.
Claims and Compensation
Our construction lawyers in Dubai at Amal Khamis Law Firm can assist with claims for delays, additional costs, and compensation arising from construction disputes or breaches of contract.
-Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 (UAE Civil Code): Provides the legal basis for contracts, obligations, and disputes.
-Federal Law No. 18 of 1993 (Commercial Transactions Law): Governs commercial contracts, including construction-related agreements.
– Local Building Codes and Regulations: Each emirate (e.g., Dubai, Abu Dhabi) has its own set of construction rules, enforced by local authorities like the Dubai Municipality.
Construction law in the UAE ensures a structured approach to building and infrastructure projects while addressing the complexities of construction contracts, dispute resolution, and legal compliance.
We have the best construction lawyers in Dubai, UAE, to assist clients on all legal matters related to construction disputes, contracts, or development projects.
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What a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer in Dubai Can Help You With:
We represent clients in a broad array of property-related disputes, such as:
Buyer-Seller Contract Disputes & Misrepresentation
Cases involving evictions and tenancy disputes
Title Deed and Ownership Disputes
Delays or cancellations in off-plan property deliveries
Developer breach of contract issues
Brokerage commissions and agents’ disputes
Mortgage and financing issues.
Trusted Corporate & Commercial Lawyer in Dubai
Having been in practice for almost two decades, Ossama Aborayah has dealt with a broad array of issues for corporations, investors, and high net worth individuals. His areas of practice include corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, construction and real estate law, as well as dispute resolution. He is highly sought after for his down-to-earth and result-oriented advice that enables his clients to attain their strategic objectives.
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