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Real Estate

End-to-end advisory across acquisition, off-plan sale, leasing, and construction.

Jabbour Law Firm advises developers, investors, brokerages, and individual buyers across the full real estate lifecycle, from land acquisition and off-plan sale and purchase agreements (SPAs), to Oqood registration, leasing, brokerage arrangements, joint ventures, and construction contracts. This is one of Jabbour Law Firm's deepest areas of practice, reflecting extensive transactional experience in the UAE property market.

What this covers

  • Off-plan SPAs & Oqood registration
  • Leasing & brokerage arrangements
  • Construction contracts
  • Joint ventures & land acquisition

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Tarek Jabbour, Managing Partner

Advice Led By

Tarek Jabbour

Managing Partner (Damascus) & Founder and CEO (Dubai)

Jabbour Law Firm has advised clients across the UAE and Syria since 1978. Tarek Jabbour leads the firm's practice today, drawing on international training in Paris and direct experience across corporate, real estate, and regulatory matters in both markets.

  • Established 1978
  • Offices in Dubai, Fujairah, and Damascus
  • Advises clients directly in Arabic, English, and French
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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can foreign investors buy property in Dubai?
In most designated freehold areas, yes. Eligibility depends on the specific area, the property type, and current regulations, so it is worth confirming before making an offer.
What should be reviewed before signing an SPA?
Key items typically include the payment schedule, handover date and any penalty clauses, developer obligations, and what happens if either side does not perform. We generally recommend a legal review before signing.
What happens if a developer delays handover?
Off-plan contracts usually set out remedies for delay, but they vary by developer and project. What applies in a given case depends on the specific contract terms and the length of the delay.
Can Jabbour Law Firm review an off-plan property agreement?
Yes. We regularly review SPAs and related off-plan documentation for buyers and investors before they sign.

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