Real estate transactions and conveyancing

We advise individuals, businesses, and investors on all aspects of real estate transactions in the UAE, ensuring secure and compliant property transfers with attention to every legal detail.

Practice Overview

Real estate transactions in the UAE require a clear understanding of property law, regulatory requirements, and local procedures. At Kayrouz & Associates, we offer trusted legal guidance for the purchase, sale, lease, and transfer of residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

We act for buyers, sellers, developers, and financial institutions, providing due diligence, contract drafting, and registration support. From off-plan purchases to secondary market deals, we ensure that transactions proceed smoothly, with risks identified and mitigated at every step.

Our lawyers liaise with developers, land departments, free zone authorities, and banks to coordinate approvals and meet legal obligations. We also advise on inheritance-related transfers, gifting, and structuring real estate ownership through SPVs or trusts where appropriate.

Whether you're acquiring your first home or managing a high-value property portfolio, we ensure that your interests are protected throughout the transaction.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Sale and purchase agreements for all property types
  • Due diligence on title, encumbrances, and regulatory status
  • Coordination with land departments and free zones
  • Lease agreements and property management contracts
  • Transfer of ownership, gifting, and inheritance matters
  • Advice on mortgages, liens, and encumbrance releases
  • 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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