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.
Pierre Kayrouz

Pierre Kayrouz

Chief Legal Officer
Maria Valeyeva

Maria Valeyeva

Chief Compliance Officer
Georges Touma

Georges Touma

Head Litigator
Carlos Rahme

Carlos Rahme

Senior Legal Consultant
Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Senior Legal Consultant
Sandy Y. Geagea

Sandy Geagea

Legal Consultant
Rita Semaan

Rita Semaan

Legal Consultant
Jenifer Abu Nasr

Jenifer Abu Nasr

Paralegal
Muhammed Ali Charif

Muhammed Ali Charif

Junior Legal Counsel
Saeed Gaber

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst

Priya Bavanasi

Senior Corporate Lawyer
Lathamani Chandrashekar

Lathamani Chandrashekar

Senior Corporate Counsel
Professor Mark Engelman

Mark Engelman

Intellectual Property Barrister
Nashita Nazneen

Nashita Nazneen

Junior Corporate Counsel
Patricia Abi Mansour

Patricia Abi Mansour

Business Development Manager

Marium Razzaq

Solicitor

Parvathy Pavithran

HR and Document Controller

Göksu Öznergiz

Associate

Chantal Elia Khawam

Front Desk Specialist
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