Construction-linked sales and off-plan purchases

We advise buyers, developers, and investors on the legal intricacies of construction-linked sales and off-plan property purchases in the UAE, ensuring contract clarity and regulatory compliance.

Practice Overview

Off-plan property transactions offer significant investment potential but come with unique legal and financial risks. At Kayrouz & Associates, we guide clients through every stage of construction-linked sales and purchases, from contract negotiation to handover and dispute resolution.

We review developer agreements, payment schedules, and escrow arrangements to safeguard buyer interests and ensure regulatory compliance with authorities such as the Dubai Land Department and RERA. Our lawyers also advise developers on structuring compliant off-plan offerings, marketing obligations, and registration requirements.

Disputes in this area can arise from project delays, changes in specifications, or developer default. We represent clients in negotiations, settlements, and litigation or arbitration when needed, with the goal of recovering payments or securing property delivery.

Our approach combines deep knowledge of UAE property law with practical commercial insight, allowing us to anticipate issues and protect investments across the lifecycle of off-plan transactions.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Reviewing and negotiating off-plan sale and purchase agreements
  • Advising on escrow compliance and payment schedules
  • Addressing construction delays and handover issues
  • Representing buyers and developers in disputes
  • Liaising with RERA and relevant regulatory authorities
  • Risk mitigation in investment-focused off-plan deals

Meet Our Team

Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.

بيار كيروز

الرئيس القانوني الأول
Maria Valeyeva

ماريا فالييفا

الرئيس التنفيذي للامتثال
Georges Touma

جورج توما

رئيس قسم التقاضي والمنازعات
Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi

حنان أحمد البلوشي

Practicing Lawyer
Lathamani Chandrashekar

لاثامني تشاندراشيكار

Senior Corporate Counsel
Arka Navle

أركا نافلي

Corporate Counsel
Nashita Nazneen

ناشيتا نازنين

Junior Corporate Counsel
Professor Mark Engelman

البروفيسور مارك إنجلمان

Intellectual Property Barrister
Rita Semaan

ريتا سمعان

مستشار قانوني
Carlos Rahme

كارلوس رحمة

Senior Legal Consultant
Souhad Al Ghorayeb

سُهاد الغريّب

Senior Legal Consultant
Sandy Y. Geagea

ساندي ي. جعجع

مستشار قانوني
Saeed Gaber

سعيد جابر

Legal Research Analyst
Muhammed Ali Charif

محمّد علي شريف

مستشار قانوني مساعد
Jenifer Abu Nasr

جينيفر أبو نصر

Paralegal
Patricia Abi Mansour

باتريسيا أبي منصور

مديرة تطوير الأعمال
Valakshmi Balasubramanian

فارالاكشمي بالاسبرامانيان

Operations Assistant
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