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Clyde & Co LLP

Real Estate

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Clyde & Co LLP

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Real Estate - United Arab Emirates

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clyde & Co has a well-established regional real estate practice that is further aided by its respected global capabilities in construction and related areas, including insurance. Its UAE-based team offers expertise in a wide range of matters, including leasing, office and retail developments, and property investment structuring. The practice has a strong focus on hospitality and real estate development, and maintains several long-term client relationships in these sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clyde & Co advised Aldar Properties on its acquisition of new office premises in Dubai Internet City.

Strengths

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  • The firm is excellent. Its lawyers are industry experts who are very responsive and practical.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • Clyde & Co has been in this market for a long time, which reflects in its sound commercial knowledge.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • Clyde & Co is very capable across all jurisdictions. What sets it apart is its practical knowledge.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Alexis Waller
    Alexis Waller

    Alexis Waller

    Alexis Waller heads the Middle East real estate team. She operates a market-leading practice and is lauded by clients for her longstanding experience and extensive knowledge. She regularly handles leasings, developments and financings on behalf of developers and entities in the hospitality sector.

    • Alexis is excellent, a real market leader.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • In my view, Alexis is the best real estate lawyer in the UAE. She is an excellent negotiator.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Alexis Waller has great market knowledge, and she is familiar with every jurisdiction in the country. She is very balanced and highly intelligent.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal
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United Arab Emirates

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