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Baker McKenzie

Real Estate

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Real Estate - United Arab Emirates

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie fields a compact real estate team in Dubai, which represents an impressive list of clients. These include well-known property developers in addition to regional business conglomerates and Emirati family groups. The practice also regularly advises major hotel and hospitality brands on issues relating to management agreements, and is noted for its significant experience concerning joint ownership.

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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie acted for Goldman Capital Investments on its sale of the Radisson Blu hotel in Dubai Media City to Select Group.

Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie's team is experienced, well structured and always available on request.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • What truly sets Baker McKenzie apart is its ability to position each issue within a wider strategic context. The team is collaborative, responsive and solution oriented.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • We appreciate the team's flexibility and deep understanding of our business.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Keri Watkins
    Keri Watkins

    Keri Watkins

    Keri Watkins co-heads the firm's real estate and hospitality practice in the MENA region. She regularly advises on land acquisitions, as well as assisting clients with the negotiation of hotel management agreements.

    • Keri Watkins is a safe pair of hands. She is very diligent and thorough.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Keri is a professional leader in a complex business environment.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal
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