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Real Estate - United Arab Emirates

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

King & Spalding's real estate team in the UAE is particularly focused on cross-border matters involving real estate assets in Saudi Arabia. It is regularly active on development matters, as well as structuring, leasing and asset acquisitions. The firm is also noted for its complementary expertise in REIT formations and listings, leveraging the strengths of its market-leading Middle East investment funds team.

Work Highlights

  • King & Spalding advised affiliates of Driven Properties on their AED505 million acquisition of Emaar Square Building 3 in Dubai.

Strengths

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Its clear, spot-on advice and the quality of its work really set the firm apart.

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Global

King & Spalding's team is sharp, commercially oriented and creative when it comes to structuring a deal.

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Global

The team at King & Spalding is extremely commercial and industry-focused.

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Global

The team is highly experienced and knowledgeable.

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Notable Practitioners

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Malek Al Rifai
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Malek Al Rifai
4
Band 4

Malek Al Rifai is particularly active on matters relating to mixed-use development projects, as well as advising on the acquisition of major real estate assets. He has further experience concerning REIT listings.

Malek is an excellent lawyer and very knowledgeable. He has both the expertise and experience.

Malek Al Rifai is incredibly sharp and always a few steps ahead.

He combines a great deal of experience and knowledge with a highly commercial approach.

Malek is an outstanding professional with solid expertise in real estate. He is highly supportive, responsive and always willing to go the extra mile.

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