Project structuring and risk allocation

We advise on strategic structuring and risk allocation for construction projects to ensure clarity, compliance, and successful project delivery across the UAE and wider Middle East.

Practice Overview

Structuring a construction project effectively from the outset is critical to its legal and commercial success. At Kayrouz & Associates, we help clients design project frameworks that clearly allocate responsibilities, mitigate exposure, and anticipate future challenges.

We work with developers, contractors, consultants, and investors to define the roles and obligations of all parties involved. From joint venture arrangements to complex multi-tiered subcontracting structures, we provide guidance that aligns with the regulatory landscape and commercial objectives of each project.

Our lawyers identify, assess, and allocate legal risks related to performance, delivery timelines, financing, environmental impact, and regulatory compliance. We tailor risk transfer mechanisms through indemnities, warranties, insurance, and dispute resolution clauses that reflect the realities of the local construction market.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Drafting joint venture and consortium agreements
  • Advising on contractual risk allocation
  • Developing project governance and control structures
  • Structuring payment mechanisms and performance securities
  • Integrating dispute resolution and liability provisions
  • Ensuring compliance with local and international legal standards
  • 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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