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Strategic legal counsel. Decisive representation.
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Strategic legal counsel. Decisive representation.
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A considered approach.
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Services in focus
Real Estate & Construction
We advise developers, investors, property owners, landlords, tenants, and contractors on real estate and construction matters across the UAE. Our services cover property transactions, leasing arrangements, development agreements, and construction contracts, with a focus on protecting our clients’ interests and managing legal risk.
From project planning and contract negotiation to disputes involving delays, defects, payments, and handover obligations, we provide clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s objectives. Where disputes arise, we support clients through negotiation, settlement, and proceedings before the competent courts or arbitral tribunals.
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Date Protection & IPs
We help businesses protect their data, brands, and creative assets across the UAE. Our data protection services cover privacy policies, data processing agreements, compliance advice, and guidance on handling personal information under applicable UAE, DIFC, and ADGM frameworks.
We also advise on the protection, registration, licensing, and enforcement of intellectual property rights, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets. From commercial agreements to infringement disputes, we provide practical legal support to safeguard innovation and preserve the value of our clients’ intellectual assets.
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Maritime - Air&Space Law
We advise businesses and industry stakeholders on legal matters across the maritime, aviation, and space sectors. Our services cover commercial contracts, financing and leasing arrangements, regulatory compliance, insurance, and liability, with attention to the complexities of UAE and cross-border operations.
From shipping and charterparty agreements to aircraft transactions and space-related commercial activities, we provide practical legal advice tailored to each client’s objectives. We also support clients in resolving disputes through negotiation, litigation, and arbitration.
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Banking & Finance
We advise lenders, borrowers, investors, and businesses on banking and finance matters across the UAE. Our services cover lending arrangements, corporate and project finance, Islamic finance, security documentation, and regulatory compliance.
From structuring and negotiating financing transactions to refinancing, debt restructuring, and enforcement, we provide clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s commercial objectives. We help clients manage risk, protect their interests, and resolve disputes arising from financing arrangements.
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Real Estate & Rental Disputes
We advise property owners, developers, investors, landlords, and tenants on real estate and rental disputes across the UAE. Our services cover tenancy disagreements, unpaid rent, eviction, lease renewal and termination, security deposits, service charges, and disputes involving property sales and handover obligations.
From reviewing contracts and negotiating settlements to pursuing or defending claims before the competent courts and rental dispute authorities, we provide practical legal support focused on protecting our clients’ rights and achieving timely, effective resolutions.
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Corporate & Commercial
We advise businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors on corporate and commercial matters across the UAE. Our services cover company formation, corporate governance, shareholder arrangements, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and commercial contracts.
From establishing a business to managing day-to-day operations, expansion, and restructuring, we provide practical legal advice aligned with each client’s commercial objectives. We help clients negotiate clear agreements, manage legal risk, and resolve corporate and commercial disputes.
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Merger & Acquisition
We advise buyers, sellers, investors, and business owners on mergers, acquisitions, and business sales across the UAE. Our services cover transaction structuring, legal due diligence, share and asset purchase agreements, shareholder arrangements, and regulatory approvals.
From initial negotiations through completion and post-acquisition integration, we provide practical legal support tailored to each transaction. We focus on identifying risks, protecting our clients’ interests, and aligning the terms of each deal with their commercial objectives.
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Dispute resolution
We help businesses and individuals resolve civil and commercial disputes before the UAE local courts, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts, and the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Courts. Our approach combines clear legal advice, careful preparation, and practical strategies aligned with each client’s commercial objectives.
From early negotiations and settlement discussions to litigation and enforcement, we support clients at every stage of a dispute. Court representation is undertaken through appropriately licensed and registered advocates or counsel, as required by the relevant jurisdiction.
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Our firm
Justice is our principle. Integrity is our promise.
“Indeed, Allah orders justice and good conduct.” — Surah An-Nahl, 16:90 (excerpt)
Our profession carries a profound responsibility: to stand for justice, safeguard rights, and honour the trust placed in us. At Ali Obaid Al-Shamsi Advocates & Legal Consultants, these principles guide our advice, our advocacy, and our relationships. We approach every matter with rigorous preparation, independent judgment, and respect for the people whose lives and livelihoods depend on our work.
Our commitment to you is clear: to advise with honesty, represent you with resolve, and uphold integrity at every step.
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Ali Obaid Al-Shamsi
Chief Executive Officer
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From business agreements and property matters to disputes and personal decisions, speak to a team that takes time to understand your priorities.
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