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DLA Piper Middle East LLP

Dubai, United Arab Emirates • Founded: 2005 (Middle East practice)

Corporate & M&A Banking & Finance Projects & Infrastructure Real Estate Dispute Resolution Regulatory & Compliance Technology & Data
4.7 (350+ reviews)

A leading international law firm with one of the strongest global and regional platforms in the Middle East.

Response time: ~2 hours • Languages: EN, AR

Practice areas

Services offered by this firm.

Corporate & M&A
Cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity, restructurings.
Banking & Finance
Acquisition finance, project finance, Islamic finance, restructurings, regulatory advice.
Projects & Infrastructure
Energy, utilities, transport, PPPs, construction and project development.
Real Estate
Commercial and residential developments, leasing, hospitality, real estate disputes.
Dispute Resolution
Commercial litigation, international arbitration, investigations and enforcement.
Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, governance, risk management, compliance advisory.
Technology & Data
Data protection, cybersecurity, fintech, digital transformation, regulatory advice.

About

DLA Piper Middle East LLP is the Middle East arm of one of the world’s largest global law firms, offering an integrated international platform combined with deep regional expertise. Since establishing its Middle East practice in 2005, the firm has become a trusted advisor to governments, multinational corporations, financial institutions, and regional businesses.

The firm is particularly well known for its corporate, banking & finance, and projects practices, advising on some of the region’s most significant transactions and infrastructure developments. DLA Piper regularly supports clients on cross-border matters involving the UAE, wider GCC, Europe, the US, and Asia.

DLA Piper Middle East LLP also maintains a strong dispute resolution capability, representing clients in complex commercial litigation and international arbitration. Its lawyers combine technical legal excellence with commercial awareness, delivering pragmatic strategies for high-stakes disputes.

A key strength of the firm is its sector-focused approach, with dedicated teams in real estate, energy, technology, and financial services. Backed by a truly global network, DLA Piper provides seamless legal advice that aligns international best practices with local regulatory requirements.

Consistently ranked by leading legal directories, DLA Piper Middle East LLP is valued for its scale, global reach, and ability to deliver sophisticated legal solutions in fast-evolving commercial and regulatory environments.