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Clifford Chance is especially noted for its capabilities in hotel management transactions, land subdivision, and real estate financings. Tariq Imam, who leads the team, is well versed in property investment work, while Nicholas Chan handles leasing work. Other key figures include Sher Khan, who is skilled at landlord and tenant matters, and Johnson Cortelek, who is well regarded for his work in the hospitality sector.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The real estate practice of Clifford Chance is unique in expertise, industry knowledge, and efficiency. The UAE practice draws on its global capabilities through close collaboration with their international colleagues.'
  • ‘The team is composed of professional members with both legal skills and commercial skills. They have a great understanding of the UAE system and dynamics.’
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Key clients

  • Aldar Properties PJSC
  • DP World
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Work highlights

  • Advising Aldar Properties PJSC on a novel revenue sharing development arrangement with Ali & Sons relating to Aldar's Yas Golf Collection residential development on Yas Island.
  • Advising Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) on at least 21 hotel management transactions simultaneously as part of the first hospitality phase of the giga-project in Qiddiya, the new entertainment city in Riyadh KSA.  
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