Building Construction Lawyers
At Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates, our construction lawyers deliver strategic, practical legal support — resolving disputes, protecting your contractual rights, and securing strong outcomes across UAE construction projects.
Overview of our legal Construction and Building service
Running or delivering a construction project in the UAE means managing strict timelines, complex contracts, and significant financial risk. Our construction and building law team at Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates supports developers, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and investors at every stage — from contract drafting and risk allocation to high-value disputes before UAE courts and arbitration centres. As your building construction lawyer partner in Dubai, we focus on protecting your position early, resolving disputes efficiently, and keeping your projects moving.
In summary, we help you with:
- Drafting and reviewing FIDIC and bespoke construction contracts
- Managing delay, variation, defect and payment disputes
- Representing you in UAE courts, DIFC/ADGM and arbitration
- Handling performance bonds, guarantees and retention issues
- Advising on regulatory compliance and project risk management
What Our Legal Construction Services Cover?
1. Construction Contract Drafting & FIDIC Advisory
We draft and review FIDIC and bespoke construction contracts to protect your commercial interests from the start. Our building construction lawyers ensure clear risk allocation, enforceable terms, and full compliance with UAE law across all project agreements.
2. Dispute Resolution for Delays, Variations & Claims
Our team handles complex construction disputes involving delays, variations, disruption and wrongful termination. We build strong legal and technical strategies to resolve issues quickly through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation. For formal proceedings, we represent clients through our litigation and specialized arbitration representation.
3. Payment, Final Account & Security Enforcement
We act swiftly to enforce payment rights, recover outstanding balances, and defend against unlawful deductions or guarantee calls. This includes final account disputes, retention releases, and performance bond protections.
5. Construction Arbitration (DIAC, arbitrateAD, ICC)
With strong regional and international arbitration capability, we represent contractors, developers and consultants in high-value construction disputes. We manage the full process, from case preparation to award enforcement.
4. Defects, Quality Issues & Decennial Liability
We represent clients in disputes involving construction defects, poor workmanship and structural issues. Our lawyers guide you through warranty obligations and decennial liability claims under UAE Civil Code, ensuring proper remediation and financial protection.
6. Regulatory Compliance & Project Advisory
We help clients navigate Dubai Municipality, RERA and other UAE regulatory requirements to keep projects compliant and on schedule. This includes permits, NOCs, safety obligations and ongoing project risk management.
The Vision of Dr. Ahmed El Ramsy
Dr. Ahmed El Ramsy, co-founder of Al Ramsy Advocates and legal consultants, envisioned a law firm that combines local expertise with international legal knowledge. With a strong background in business and law, he established the firm to deliver smart, tailored legal solutions to clients across the UAE and beyond.
Key Highlights:
- Born into a family with deep roots in business and law in the UAE.
- Completed early education in the UAE and earned a law degree in Europe.
- Gained experience at top law firms in Dubai before founding his own practice.
- Founded Al Ramsy Advocates in 2015, headquartered in Dubai.
- Focused on offering tailored legal strategies to meet the specific needs of regional and international clients.
- Combines local market knowledge with international business and legal expertise.
What is Construction Law in the UAE?
Construction in the UAE is governed by a mix of UAE Civil Code muqawala provisions, local regulations (Dubai Municipality, RERA and other authorities), and contract frameworks such as FIDIC. This combination makes it essential to work with a building constrution lawyer who understands both the law and the realities of the construction industry.
Key features of UAE and Dubai construction law include:
Contracts treated as muqawala (works contracts), with specific rules on defects, price and termination
Frequent use of FIDIC-based contracts, sometimes heavily amended
Strong emphasis on written notices, programme updates and contemporaneous records
Availability of arbitration (DIAC, arbitrateAD, ICC, etc.) alongside UAE courts
Potential long-tail exposure for defects and structural issues after completion
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Litigation
We represent individuals and businesses in complex disputes through strategic court representation led by an experienced litigation lawyer, focused on protecting rights and achieving favorable outcomes.
Arbitration
We represent clients in domestic and international disputes through strategic arbitration services, including international arbitration, ensuring efficient and enforceable outcomes.
Contracts
We support businesses and individuals with precise contract drafting and review services, delivered by an experienced contracts lawyer to protect interests and reduce legal risk.
Corporate
We provide businesses with comprehensive legal consultants and advocates solutions and support in corporate matters, guided by an experienced corporate lawyer to ensure compliance, governance, and strategic growth.
Criminal
We defend individuals facing criminal charges with expert legal guidance from an experienced criminal lawyer, protecting rights and ensuring a fair legal consultants and advocates solutions and process
Business
We support businesses with comprehensive legal consultants and advocates solutions through an experienced business lawyer, ensuring compliance, protecting interests, and facilitating growth.
Real Estate
We support property owners, investors, and developers with comprehensive real estate legal consultants and advocates solutions solutions, delivered by an experienced real estate lawyer to protect investments and ensure legally sound transactions.
Labour and Employment
We support employers and employees with clear, practical labour and employment legal consultants and advocates solutions , delivered by an experienced labour and employment lawyer to protect rights and ensure compliance.
Family
We support individuals and families with comprehensive legal consultants and advocates solutions and support , including expert guidance from an experienced divorce lawyer and trusted services from a qualified will writing lawyer, ensuring protection, clarity, and peace of mind.
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Our Building and Construction Law Service Process
When you instruct our construction advocates in Dubai, we typically follow a clear, structured process:
- Initial Assessment: Review your contract, project documents and dispute background; identify key risks and options.
- Strategy & Evidence: Map out a tailored claim or defence strategy, including notices, expert input and document management.
- Negotiation & ADR: Pursue settlement, mediation or other ADR where appropriate to save time and cost.
- Arbitration or Litigation: Represent you robustly before UAE courts, DIFC/ADGM or arbitration tribunals when formal proceedings are necessary.
- Enforcement & Follow-Up: Enforce judgments or awards, manage guarantees, and advise on contract amendments or future risk reduction.
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Why Choose Ahmed AlRamsy as Your Construction Lawyers in Dubai?
Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy is a full-service UAE law firm with over 25 years of experience and more than 1,000 successful cases, combining deep local knowledge with international construction and arbitration expertise. Our lawyers regularly act in complex construction disputes, contract negotiations, and cross-border matters, giving you a single point of contact for both advisory work and hard-fought litigation.
What sets our construction law team apart:
- Licensed UAE advocates able to represent you before all UAE courts and enforcement authorities
- Integrated litigation, Arbitration, Corporate and Business Law teams for project-wide support
- Proven experience with real estate, infrastructure and engineering projects across the UAE
- ISO 9001:2015–certified quality management, ensuring consistent processes and client care
- Clear, practical advice focused on commercial outcomes, not just legal theory
- Responsive service with confidential, initial consultations to assess your position quickly
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Legal Construction Services- Frequently Asked Questions
Do I really need a construction lawyer for my UAE project?
Yes. A skilled building construction lawyer protects your interests by drafting compliant contracts, managing risks, and resolving disputes before they escalate into costly delays or litigation.
What can a construction lawyer help me with?
Construction lawyers assist with contract drafting, FIDIC reviews, payment disputes, delay and variation claims, defects, termination issues, arbitration, and representation before UAE courts.
What types of construction contracts are commonly used in the UAE?
Most UAE projects use FIDIC-based contracts (Red, Yellow, Silver Books), often modified, alongside bespoke agreements, subcontracts, and consultancy appointments.
How long do construction disputes usually take to resolve?
Timelines vary by complexity and forum. Negotiation may resolve issues quickly, while arbitration or litigation can take several months to over a year, depending on evidence and expert requirements.
Can construction disputes be resolved without arbitration or litigation?
Yes, many disputes settle through negotiation or mediation, especially when managed early by experienced construction lawyers who understand project pressures and risk allocation.
What is a performance bond in UAE construction?
A performance bond is a bank guarantee securing the contractor’s obligations. If called improperly, your lawyer can challenge or seek urgent court measures to prevent wrongful encashment
How are construction delays assessed?
Delays are evaluated through critical path analysis, notices, project records, and expert reports. Liability depends on contract terms, extensions of time, and evidence of causation
Do I really need a construction lawyer for my UAE project?
Defects may require repair, compensation, or rectification. For structural issues, parties may face decennial liability, which holds contractors and consultants liable for 10 years under UAE law
Are FIDIC contracts enforceable in the UAE?
Yes, FIDIC forms are widely accepted in UAE courts and arbitration, provided the terms comply with UAE law and do not conflict with mandatory Civil Code provisions.
What happens if a contractor abandons a project?
The employer may terminate the contract, claim damages, call performance guarantees, and appoint a replacement contractor — depending on contract terms and compliance with UAE legal procedures.
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Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy legal arbitration service
At Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, we provide specialized arbitration services across the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all other Emirates. Our skilled arbitration lawyers handle local and international disputes with precision, offering strategic legal representation before major arbitration institutions in the UAE and abroad.
We handle a wide range of arbitration matters, including but not limited to:
Commercial contract disputes (domestic and cross-border)
Construction & infrastructure disputes
Joint-venture, partnership and shareholder disputes
Investment disputes and cross-border trade conflicts
Contractual breaches, supply-chain disputes, payment disputes
Commercial and business-to-business conflicts, including complex multi-party cases.
Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy Litigation Lawyers Services
At Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, we provide expert litigation services across the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all other Emirates. Our experienced litigation lawyers represent clients in civil, commercial, and corporate disputes, ensuring strong advocacy and strategic solutions in courts and tribunals.
We handle a wide range of litigation matters, including but not limited to:
Civil and commercial disputes
Corporate and shareholder conflicts
Contract enforcement and breach disputes, supported by our contracts lawyer services
Labour and employment litigation, coordinated with our labour and employment lawyer team
Construction-related disputes in courts, working closely with our construction lawyer services
Cross-border and complex multi-party disputes
Our litigation services are designed to protect clients’ rights, achieve enforceable outcomes, and provide confidence in legal proceedings.
Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy legal Business service
Running a business in the UAE requires more than just ambition — it demands a strong legal foundation. AtAhmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, our expert business lawyers in Dubai help you build, protect, and grow your company in full compliance with UAE business regulations.
With over 25 years of experience and 1,000+ successful cases, we provide practical, strategic legal guidance to companies of all sizes — from startups to multinational corporations.
- Business formation & restructuring
- Corporate compliance & governance
- Contract drafting & negotiation
- Mergers & acquisitions (M&A)
- Legal risk assessment
- Business dispute resolution
Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy Legal Criminal Services
At Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, we provide expert criminal defense services across the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all other Emirates. Our criminal lawyers represent clients with professionalism and discretion, ensuring protection of rights and fair legal procedures.
We handle a wide range of criminal matters, including but not limited to:
Defense in criminal cases, from minor offenses to serious charges
Fraud, financial crimes, and regulatory breaches, coordinated with our corporate lawyer team when applicable
Employment-related criminal disputes, linked with our labour and employment lawyer services
Domestic and cross-border criminal matters
Representation in investigations and court proceedings
Our criminal law practice focuses on safeguarding rights, achieving fair outcomes, and maintaining professional discretion at every stage.
Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy Legal Corporate Lawyers Services
At Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, we provide comprehensive corporate law services across the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all other Emirates. Our corporate lawyers guide businesses through strategic decisions, governance, and compliance with UAE laws.
We handle a wide range of corporate matters, including but not limited to:
Company formation, restructuring, and regulatory compliance
Mergers and acquisitions, supported by our contracts lawyer services
Shareholder agreements and corporate governance
Employment compliance and workplace policies, linked with our labour and employment lawyer services
Commercial disputes and corporate litigation, coordinated with our litigation lawyer team
Cross-border business transactions
Our corporate legal solutions help businesses grow confidently while minimizing risk and ensuring full compliance.
Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy Legal Contracts Services
At Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, we provide precise contract law services across the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all other Emirates. Our contracts lawyers draft, review, and enforce agreements to protect client interests and reduce legal risk.
We handle a wide range of contract matters, including but not limited to:
Commercial and business contracts, linked with our corporate lawyer services
Construction and development agreements, supported by our construction lawyer team
Employment contracts, coordinated with our labour and employment lawyer services
Supply chain, vendor, and service agreements
Contract disputes, enforcement, and litigation, in collaboration with our litigation lawyer team
Our contract law services ensure legally enforceable agreements and minimize disputes, providing clarity and security for all business and personal dealings.
Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy Legal Real Estate Services
At Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, we provide comprehensive real estate legal services across the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all other Emirates. Our experienced real estate lawyers guide property owners, investors, and developers through transactions and disputes with clarity and precision, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations.
We handle a wide range of real estate matters, including but not limited to:
Property purchase and sale agreements
Lease and tenancy disputes
Landlord and tenant rights issues
Construction and development contract disputes, handled by our construction lawyer services
Real estate investment and joint-venture agreements
Regulatory compliance and due diligence
Property dispute resolution, including litigation and arbitration
Our approach ensures secure, legally compliant property transactions and provides clients with strategic solutions for complex real estate challenges.
Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy Legal Family Law Services
At Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, we provide expert family law services across the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all other Emirates. Our experienced family lawyers guide clients through sensitive matters with professionalism and care, offering strategic legal support to protect rights and achieve fair outcomes.
We handle a wide range of family law matters, including but not limited to:
Divorce and separation cases, supported by our divorce lawyer services
Will writing and estate planning, handled by our will writing lawyer
Child custody and guardianship matters
Spousal and child support disputes
Domestic violence and protection order cases
Pre-marital and post-marital agreements
Mediation and alternative dispute resolution in family matters
Our holistic approach ensures that families and individuals receive comprehensive legal guidance that is empathetic, practical, and fully compliant with UAE law.
Overview of Ahmed AlRamsy Labour & Employment Services
Ahmed AlRamsy Advocates & Legal Consultancy, we provide expert labour and employment law services across the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all other Emirates. Our skilled lawyers advise both employers and employees on workplace matters, protecting rights and ensuring compliance with UAE labour laws.
We handle a wide range of employment matters, including but not limited to:
Employment contracts, terms, and conditions
Workplace disputes, handled by our litigation lawyer services
Terminations, redundancies, and severance disputes
Employee rights and employer compliance
Discrimination and workplace harassment cases
Labour complaints and regulatory investigations
Negotiation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution in employment matters
Our tailored solutions ensure fair, legally sound outcomes while maintaining professional relationships and compliance with UAE labour regulations.
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