Hadef & Partners

Hadef & Partners is a leading independent UAE law firm with over 100 lawyers across their offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Founded in 1980 by Dr.Hadef AlDhaheri, who served as Minister of Justice from 2008-2014, they have become an internationally respected, full-service law firm supporting local, regional and international clients and government entities.

In a world of rapid change, understanding where you’re heading starts with analyzing where you’ve been. While some simply talk about change, Hadef & Partners study it; plan for it; and ensure their clients thrive from it.

Hadef & Partners have spent decades embracing change in the UAE and beyond, harnessing the law’s potential to advance ambition and drive progress. For 45 years, they have been alongside their clients at the critical moments, helping them to develop business, protect assets, settle disputes, and move forward with confidence.

Success in these critical moments requires a focused vision, tenacious approach and detailed understanding of their clients and the sectors in which they operate. Applying unparalleled insight, strategic foresight and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence, they deliver bespoke advice that ensures businesses remain one step ahead.

Hadef & Partners' objective is fundamentally to promote progress, advance ambition and create confidence. That’s what they set out to achieve on every project, with every client, and across every practice area. Ultimately meaning that institutions are stronger and more resilient. Businesses are more focused and innovative. And people live in a society that’s thriving and vibrant.

Hadef & Partners is a full-service law firm with offices in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai. They cater to local and international clients across the Middle East region. The firm has grown significantly in recent years and is now one of the leading firms in the UAE with a diverse team of over 100 lawyers. The firm provides legal services across all sectors and practice areas including Banking and Finance, Construction and Engineering, Corporate and Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Government and Regulatory, Insurance, Intellectual Property, Maritime and Shipping, Mergers and Acquisitions, Real Estate, Tax and Telecommunications. They are often called upon to advise on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions and disputes.

Hadef & Partners has extensive experience in catering to the needs of international clients from across the globe. The firm's multi-lingual lawyers who collectively speak over 15 languages understand the cultural nuances of working with foreign companies and are skilled at communicating complex legal issues simply and effectively. The firm often advises overseas investors and companies looking to enter or expand into the Middle East market. Hadef & Partners assists international clients on aspects such as corporate structuring, compliance with foreign ownership laws, regulatory requirements, operational issues as well as drafting and negotiating key agreements. When necessary, they also have the capability to coordinate with legal counsel from the client’s home jurisdiction.

In cross-border transactions and disputes as well as matters that touch multiple jurisdictions, Hadef & Partners’ appreciation of international legal systems allows them to provide appropriate advice. Backed by robust experience and resources, Hadef & Partners delivers efficient, nuanced and strategic advice to help overseas companies mitigate legal risks and leverage opportunities when doing business across the Middle East.