Public sector contracts

We support clients in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts with government entities. Our legal team ensures public sector agreements are compliant, enforceable, and aligned with procurement rules and administrative law.

Practice Overview

Kayrouz & Associates advises on a wide range of contracts involving public authorities, from infrastructure and technology agreements to outsourcing and consulting arrangements. Our lawyers understand the regulatory requirements and procedural formalities that govern public sector contracting in the UAE and the broader Middle East.

We help private companies enter into agreements with ministries, municipalities, and state-owned entities by reviewing contract terms, ensuring they meet mandatory standards, and protecting clients against one-sided provisions. Our work includes managing compliance with procurement rules, reviewing risk allocation, and advising on payment terms, performance guarantees, and penalties.

We also assist government clients in designing contracts that serve the public interest while protecting administrative discretion and legal integrity. In case of disputes, we provide strong representation in administrative tribunals, courts, and arbitration.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Drafting and negotiating public sector contracts
  • Advising on procurement compliance and tender law
  • Structuring performance terms and service level agreements
  • Reviewing termination clauses and liability exposure
  • Representing parties in public contract disputes
  • Supporting contract audits and regulatory reviews
  • Meet Our Team

    Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
    Pierre Kayrouz
    Chief Legal Officer
    Maria Valeyeva
    Chief Compliance Officer
    Georges Touma
    Head Litigator
    Hanan Ahmed
    Practicing Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar
    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Arka Navle
    Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen
    Junior Corporate Counsel
    Mark Engelman
    Intellectual Property Barrister
    Rita Semaan
    Legal Consultant
    Carlos Rahme
    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb
    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Geagea
    Legal Consultant
    Saeed Gaber
    Legal Research Analyst
    Muhammed Ali Charif
    Junior Legal Counsel
    Jenifer Abu Nasr
    Paralegal
    Patricia Abi Mansour
    Business Development Manager
    Varalakshmi Balasubramanian
    Operations Assistant
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