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DSK Legal Receives Regulatory Approvals to Open Offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Strengthening the India–UAE Legal Corridor
DSK Legal, one of India’s leading full-service law firms, has secured regulatory approvals to establish offices in Dubai, and ADGM in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step in the firm’s strategic international expansion and its commitment to serving clients across the India–UAE business corridor, as also in the MENA region.
With these new offices, DSK Legal aims to support Indian clients with operations in the MENA region, as well as international clients looking to enter or enhance their presence in the Indian market. The firm will offer integrated legal solutions across key sectors, including for projects, real estate, technology, energy, financial services, sports, media, and representing clients in international arbitrations.
“We are very excited with these developments. There has been a clear and growing interest from our clients and other Indian businesses to establish or expand their footprint in the UAE across several sectors” said Anand Desai, Managing Partner, DSK Legal. “With the establishment of our offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, we are well-positioned to support Indian companies with operations in the UAE, as well as foreign clients with interests in India. We envision a robust and seamless India–UAE corridor, with DSK Legal as a trusted advisor on both sides.”
This move comes at a time when India and the UAE are deepening bilateral ties across trade, investment, and strategic cooperation. DSK Legal’s on-ground presence in the region will enhance its ability to advise clients on cross-border matters, including the legal aspects of market entry strategies, leveraging the firm’s strong track record and range of ranked practices.
Vinodh Kumar, who has been based in the United Arab Emirates for nearly two decades, will be DSK Legal’s resident partner in the UAE. With extensive experience as a General Counsel, Vinodh has successfully led and managed legal teams for major conglomerates operating across Middle East and Africa. His deep regional knowledge and expertise make him a valuable addition to DSK Legal.
Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey, former Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court, having very wide experience as a practitioner, Judge and Arbitrator, will be senior advisor for the firm’s UAE offices.
The UAE offices will work closely with the firm’s offices in India to provide clients with cohesive legal support.
With this expansion, DSK Legal becomes one of the few Indian law firms to establish a direct presence in both Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and in Dubai—two leading global financial and legal hubs.
About DSK Legal: DSK Legal was set up in 2001 and has since established an excellent reputation for its integrity and value-based, proactive, pragmatic and innovative legal advice and its ability to help clients effectively traverse the complex legal and regulatory regime in India. With offices in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and Pune, DSK Legal has grown rapidly on the strength of its expertise to a multi-disciplinary team with over 300 professionals, including 60 partners and associate partners, as well as experienced consultants.