With in-depth expertise in the gamut of real estate transactions, Greenberg Traurig Limited is proficient in mixed-use developments. Stephen Kelly is often engaged in community development structuring, while Elias Hayek and Sarah Mahood are well-regarded in the hospitality sector. Louisa Lynch’s recent caseload encompasses development projects, community management agreements, and leasing. Samantha Shaw, Polly Sikora, and Nour El Chami are other key team members.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team appears to be growing organically, adding good individuals to an already experienced department. The quality of governance documents produced is, in my view, market leading.'
- 'Impressive knowledge of changing legal and regulatory environment in multiple jurisdictions.'
- 'Stephen Kelly has a wealth of experience in terms of different governance structures throughout Dubai and has personally worked on a high number of prominent projects. This experience is Stephen's main strength as he is able to advise on structuring at an early stage of a development.'
- 'Greenberg Traurig's team consistently demonstrates a commitment to exceeding client expectations.'
Work highlights
Advised the Dubai Future Foundation on its mandate from the Dubai Land Department to launch the pilot phase of the ‘Real Estate Tokenisation Project’.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Sarah Mahood
Practice head
Stephen Kelly; Elias Hayek; Sarah Mahood; Louisa Lynch
Other key lawyers
Samantha Shaw; Polly Sikora; Nour El Chami