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Construction Law in the UAE
Contracts, claims and disputes for contractors, subcontractors, developers and consultants on UAE projects.
FIDIC contractsClaims & variationsDisputes
Overview
Keep projects on track and claims under control
Construction projects in the UAE often use FIDIC-based contracts amended for local law. Payment terms, variations, delays and defects liability can quickly turn into disputes if they are not managed well.
Our legal partners advise on contracts before you sign, support claims during the project and represent you in arbitration or court if needed.
What you get
What we cover
Contract review
FIDIC and bespoke contracts.
Subcontracts
Back-to-back terms and risk allocation.
Claims
Delay, variation and payment claims.
Securities
Performance bonds and guarantees.
Defects
Liability periods and remedies.
Disputes
Arbitration and litigation.
How it works
How we work
01
Review
Contract and project documents.
02
Advice
Risks, rights and strategy.
03
Action
Notices, claims or negotiation.
04
Resolution
Settlement, arbitration or court.
Checklist
What to prepare
- Main contract and subcontracts
- Drawings and specifications
- Correspondence and notices
- Payment certificates
- Programme and delay records
- Variation instructions
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Starting estimate in AED. A specialist confirms your exact quote within one working day.
Do you work with contractors and developers?
Yes, both, as well as consultants and suppliers.
What is FIDIC?
A widely used family of standard international construction contracts, often amended for UAE projects.
Are construction disputes usually arbitrated?
Many contracts include arbitration clauses, though some disputes go to court.
When should I involve a lawyer?
Ideally before signing, and as soon as a claim or dispute arises.
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