Ranking tables

Tax | Global

United Arab Emirates

The Tax rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across United Arab Emirates.

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Band 1

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    Al Tamimi & Company
    Tax
    2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked

    Al Tamimi is a full-service Middle East law firm with a distinguished reputation and strong knowledge of the market. The firm wins acclaim for its dedicated regional tax practice, which primarily operates out of Dubai. It maintains a large bench of experienced lawyers who advise clients on all areas of tax, including customs duties and M&A-related tax issues. The team also offers expert counsel on VAT compliance. Clients hail from a range of sectors, including construction, technology and energy.

  2. Baker McKenzie LLP
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    Baker McKenzie LLP
    Tax
    2026 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Baker McKenzie fields a well-established tax practice from its Dubai office, with a deep knowledge of the UAE market. The firm is well equipped to handle the full range of tax matters, including VAT and customs duties mandates. Its lawyers regularly act on tax issues stemming from M&A transactions, representing several clients from the energy, technology and financial services industries.
  3. DLA Piper Middle East LLP
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    DLA Piper Middle East LLP
    Tax
    2026 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked

    DLA Piper fields a compact Dubai-based tax team which is well accustomed to acting for international clients, including big-name pharma and technology companies. It offers in-depth experience advising on compliance with the UAE's federal corporate tax legislation. The team has further know-how counselling on the tax implications of major M&A transactions and group restructurings. Its expertise also extends to transfer pricing and VAT concerns, including contentious proceedings.

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Band 2

  1. Habib Al Mulla & Partners
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    Habib Al Mulla & Partners
    Tax
    2026 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked

    Habib Al Mulla & Partners possesses a well-established tax team based in its Dubai office. The firm offers expertise in contentious tax matters as well as being able to assist clients with tax audits and requests from the Federal Tax Authority.

  2. Hourani & Partners
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    Hourani & Partners
    Tax
    2026 | Band 2 | 2 Years Ranked

    Hourani & Partners is a well-established law firm with a growing tax and international trade team. Its Dubai-based lawyers are frequently called upon to assist with tax matters arising in Saudi Arabia, with experience advising on the tax implications of various corporate structuring requirements and counselling clients with regard to capital gains tax disputes. The team also has an impressive reputation for customs mandates, handling such work both in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.