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Baker McKenzie

Construction

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Baker McKenzie

Rankings

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Construction - United Arab Emirates

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie maintains a compact construction disputes practice in the UAE which advises on contentious matters arising out of projects across the Middle East, Europe and the CIS. The firm's Dubai-based lawyers frequently work alongside other Baker McKenzie teams worldwide on cross-border matters, with frequent instructions on cases in Saudi Arabia. The team also has experience assisting with non-contentious contractual matters in the construction sector.

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Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie is very solution-oriented, reliable, pragmatic and experienced in large projects, with strong knowledge in this field.

    Construction respondentGlobal

  • They are very good at understanding complex contractual and technical issues. They are also very responsive and very proactive.

    Construction respondentGlobal

  • The team has a strong capacity to translate operational and business needs into legal frameworks.

    Construction respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Luka K Kristovic-Blazevic
    Luka K Kristovic-Blazevic

    Luka K Kristovic-Blazevic

    Luka Kristovic-Blazevic heads the Middle East arbitration team, with deep experience representing clients in high-value construction cases and providing pre-arbitration support. In addition to his work as counsel, he also has further experience acting as an arbitrator.

    • Luka understands construction issues really well. He knows everything about construction contracts - you know you can always ask him questions. He is very responsive and observes deadlines.

      Construction respondentGlobal

    • Working with Luka is always a pleasure. He is devoted to satisfying client expectations and is always available and responsive.

      Construction respondentGlobal
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Ranked Individuals at Baker McKenzie (1)

United Arab Emirates

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    Luka K Kristovic-Blazevic

    Construction: Dispute Resolution

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