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Contract Law in Dubai

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The contract law of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is primarily based on the Civil Code of 1985, the UAE Civil Code, and forms the legal basis for all civil contractual relationships in Dubai.

For companies, family offices, investors, and private individuals, optimized contract drafting is therefore a crucial success factor. Whether in drafting complex commercial contracts, structuring cross-border agreements, or enforcing contractual claims both in and out of court – profound legal expertise combined with an in-depth understanding of the local legal framework is indispensable.

TME Legal is your international law firm in Dubai for precise, legally sound, and economically expedient contract drafting. With our many years of expertise in UAE contract law, we advise and represent you in all contractual matters – from contract conceptualization and negotiation to the judicial and extrajudicial enforcement of your claims.

Our Contract Law Services in the UAE

Drafting and Review of Contracts

We draft, review, and negotiate individually tailored contracts, taking into account local law and your business objectives. Our range of services includes, among others:

  • Commercial and Cooperation Agreements
  • Purchase and Supply Contracts
  • Service and Work Contracts
  • Lease and Tenancy Agreements
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
  • General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
  • Shareholder Agreements
  • M&A Contracts for Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Data Protection Policies and Agreements

Contract Negotiation and Risk Management

We represent and assist you in contract negotiations with national and international business partners. We pay particular attention to:

  • Liability Provisions and Risk Minimization
  • (International) Choice of Law and Jurisdiction Agreements
  • Payment Agreements
  • Warranty Agreements and Rights of Withdrawal
  • Termination and Contractual Dissolution
  • Claims for Damages and Severance Payments

Enforcement and Defense of Claims

Should breaches of contract or disputes arise, we represent your interests both out of court and before the competent courts and arbitration tribunals in the UAE. Our range of services includes, in particular:

  • Review and Enforcement of Contractual and Statutory Claims
  • Defense against Unfounded Claims
  • Judicial and Extrajudicial Enforcement or Reversal of Contracts
  • Settlement Negotiations and Enforcement Measures

International Contracts

International business relationships require reliable and legally compliant structuring of cross-border legal relationships. We provide comprehensive advice on:

  • Applicable Law and Contractual Structuring
  • UN Sales Law, Common Law & Hybrid Contract Solutions
  • Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments
  • International Arbitration Proceedings

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Frequently Asked Questions about
Contract Law in Dubai

What does a contract law attorney cost?

The remuneration for our legal services is generally determined by the scope, complexity, and time required for your respective mandate. Regardless of whether it involves reviewing contracts, drafting individual contractual documents, or providing legal support for contract negotiations, at TME Legal, you benefit from a transparent, comprehensible, and fairly structured fee arrangement. Before commencing the mandate, you will receive a binding offer from us, ensuring planning certainty.

Which attorney do I need for contract law?

For qualified and comprehensive advice in the field of contract law, it is essential to choose legal representation that is thoroughly familiar with both the applicable national legal norms of the United Arab Emirates and relevant international contractual standards. Especially in cross-border contract drafting, legal precision, linguistic exactness, and a strong intercultural understanding are of paramount importance.

Based on many years of experience and proven expertise, TME Legal offers you comprehensive, reliable, and legally compliant advice on all issues of national and international contract law.

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