United Arab Emirates
These tables show the best performing law firms overall in our rankings in this jurisdiction based on our assessment of aggregated rankings across all practice areas.
DWF Middle East LLP
Firms in the Spotlight

HAMDAN ALSHAMSI LAWYERS & LEGAL CONSULTANTS
With commitment to legal excellence and innovation, Hamdan AlShamsi Lawyer and Legal Consultants (HAS) is a full-service Dubai based law firm operating at international standards.

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
Our strong practice areas are family law, criminal law, civil law, corporate & commercial, banking, maritime & transport, labor, litigation, arbitration, and real estate. Our team of lawyers, advisors and administrative staff collaborate with a single goal: the success of our clients.

HAMDAN ALSHAMSI LAWYERS & LEGAL CONSULTANTS
Founded in 2010 by Hamdan Alshamsi expert UAE litigation practitioner, Hamdan Alshamsi lawyers & Legal Consultants (“HAS”) legal practice provides sector expertise at both local and international levels.
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Kim Medina, Director of Legal and Compliance
Knightsbridge Group
Amer Obeid, Managing Partner
Obeid & Medawar Law Firm LLP
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Jasmin Fichte, Managing Partner
Fichte & Co.

Mr. Hamdan Alshamsi, Senior partner & Founder
HAMDAN ALSHAMSI LAWYERS & LEGAL CONSULTANTS
Comparative Guides
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Construction
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Trademark Disputes
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Employment and Labour Law
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News & Developments
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MB advises Money Fellows on its USD 13 million financing round
We are pleased to announce that Matouk Bassiouny (“MB”) acted as legal counsel to Money Fellows, Africa’s leading fintech digital platform, on its USD 13 million financing round, advising on all legal aspects of the transaction, including structuring, negotiation, and documentation, to ensure a smooth and compliant execution aligned with the company’s growth objectives and digital strategy.
Matouk Bassiouny UAE - 19 May 2025
Press Releases
Matouk Bassiouny Secures Victory in Commercial Case Before ADGM Courts
We are delighted to announce that Matouk Bassiouny’s International Dispute Resolution team secured a favourable judgment in a cross-border dispute before the Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”) Court of First Instance.
Matouk Bassiouny UAE - 13 May 2025
Real Estate
Dubai's Real Estate Tokenization Sandbox: A Strategic Leap into Blockchain Property Investment
Dubai has taken a significant step toward transforming its real estate market with the launch of the Dubai Land Department's (DLD) regulatory sandbox for tokenized property.
Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants - 02 May 2025
Press Releases
Fichte & Co Expands Expertise with the Appointment of Manik Verma as Partner – Ship & Aviation Finance
Dubai, UAE – 10 March 2025 – Fichte & Co is pleased to announce the appointment of Manik Verma as Partner – Ship & Aviation Finance, reinforcing the firm’s position as a leading provider of legal services in the maritime, aviation, banking and financial sectors.
Fichte & Co. - 12 April 2025