The biggest property problems often start before the keys are handed over. A real estate lawyer in Dubai can help with SPA reviews, off-plan disputes, developer delays, title transfers, joint ownership matters and DLD procedures. Almajd Justice reviews the legal and contractual position of your property matter and helps you understand the appropriate next step.
Property matters can become complicated when the contract, developer, ownership records or registration process does not go as expected. Almajd Justice reviews the legal and contractual position of your matter and helps you understand the available options before you take the next step.
Buying an off-plan property involves commitments on both sides. Problems can arise when a developer delays handover, changes agreed terms, fails to meet contractual obligations or a dispute develops over cancellation or payments. Law No. 13 of 2008 Regulating the Interim Real Estate Register in the Emirate of Dubai, as amended, establishes the framework for registering off-plan units in Dubai's interim real estate register. Article 3 provides for the establishment of the Interim Real Estate Register for recording dispositions relating to off-plan real estate units. Almajd Justice can review the SPA, payment records, registration documents and correspondence with the developer to assess the contractual and legal position and advise you on the appropriate route.
The Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) sets out the terms of a property transaction, including payment obligations, completion and handover requirements, default provisions and the rights of each party. Before signing, a property lawyer in Dubai can review the agreement and identify clauses that may affect your obligations, liabilities or options if the transaction does not proceed as expected.
Transferring property ownership involves more than signing a sale agreement. Property rights and transactions must be registered through the applicable Dubai Land Department (DLD) procedures. Law No. 7 of 2006 Concerning Real Property Registration in the Emirate of Dubai establishes the legal framework for real property registration in Dubai. Article 4 identifies the Dubai Land Department as the competent authority responsible for registering real property rights in the Emirate. Almajd Justice can assist with reviewing the transaction documents and advising on the legal requirements relevant to the title transfer, helping you understand what needs to be completed before ownership is formally transferred.
When two or more people own a property together, disagreements can arise over its use, expenses, sale, rental income or whether the property should be sold. A Dubai property lawyer can review the ownership structure, relevant agreements and circumstances of the dispute and advise each party on their legal position and available options.
Disputes can arise before or after a property transaction, including disagreements over payment, completion, contractual obligations, cancellation or the condition of the transaction. Almajd Justice reviews the relevant agreements and supporting documents to establish what was agreed and what legal remedies or responses may be available.
You do not have to live in the UAE to purchase property in Dubai. However, buying as a non-resident can involve specific ownership, contractual, identification and DLD requirements. A real estate lawyer in Dubai can help a non-resident understand the legal documents involved, review the SPA and guide them through the relevant transaction and registration process.
Every property matter starts with understanding the transaction, the documents and the issue you are facing. Almajd Justice follows a clear three-stage process.
You explain the property matter, what has happened and what you need help with. We review the key information available and identify the main legal issues.
We assess the relevant contracts, ownership documents, correspondence and other records to establish your legal and contractual position.
Once the position is clear, we explain the appropriate legal route and next steps. Where formal action or filing is required, we assist with preparing the relevant documents and proceedings.
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) is central to many property transactions and ownership procedures in Dubai. Law No. 7 of 2006 Concerning Real Property Registration in the Emirate of Dubai provides the legal framework for registering real property rights and related transactions in the Emirate.
Depending on the transaction, DLD processes can include property registration, title transfer and other ownership-related procedures. The documents and requirements can vary depending on the type of transaction and parties involved. Almajd Justice can review your circumstances and advise you on the legal and documentary requirements relevant to your matter.
The documents required depend on the type of property matter. Where available, prepare:
If you are still collecting documents, you can provide the records you already have for an initial assessment.
Property disputes can involve different contractual and legal deadlines. The applicable period depends on the nature of the transaction, the agreement and the type of claim involved.
For developer disputes, the SPA should be reviewed carefully for contractual deadlines, notice requirements and dispute-resolution provisions. Registration and title-transfer matters may also have specific procedural requirements through the DLD.
Because the applicable deadline can change depending on the claim, do not assume that the same limitation period applies to every property dispute. Almajd Justice can assess the circumstances and identify the relevant requirements.
Property decisions involve significant commitments, so legal advice should give you a clear understanding of the position before you decide what to do next.
You know the consultation fee before proceeding. Your initial legal consultation is provided at a fixed fee, giving you clarity on the cost before you receive legal advice.
A consultation does not require you to instruct Almajd Justice for further legal services. You can understand your position first and decide whether you want to take the matter further.
You can discuss your property matter in Arabic or English, making it easier to explain the transaction, documents and circumstances and understand the advice provided.
The process is clear from the start. We first understand your matter, then assess the legal and contractual position before outlining the appropriate strategy and any filing or representation that may be required.
Property transactions often involve questions about contracts, developers, ownership and registration. These answers address some of the practical questions buyers, owners and investors may have before taking action.
Understand the terms before you commit to the property.
