Construction Disputes Associate – Middle East

Addleshaw Goddard; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Addleshaw Goddard in Dubai is seeking a Construction Associate to support its Middle East Construction practice in contentious matters. You will work with experienced partners, engage directly with clients on high-value disputes arising from major projects across the region, and help deliver strategic case results.

You will manage litigation and arbitration steps, draft pleadings, liaise with experts, and stay updated on local and international construction law developments.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified to Managing Associate level with experience in construction law.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction law and ability to provide clear, practical legal advice.
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters efficiently, meet deadlines, and maintain high client-service standards.
• Excellent drafting skills with confidence in preparing legally effective documents tailored to client needs.
• Commitment to professional growth, continuous learning, and contributing to the team’s success.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and resilient under pressure with a focus on delivering impactful advice.

Responsibilities

• Support AG’s Middle East Construction practice by delivering high-quality legal advice on contentious construction matters.
• Manage litigation and arbitration proceedings, draft pleadings, attend hearings, and liaise with experts and witnesses.
• Draft and review a wide range of legal documents and conduct detailed construction-law research.
• Work within a team delivering construction and infrastructure dispute services across diverse sectors in the Middle East.

Skills

Construction law

Drafting

Client service

Time management

Legal reasoning

Professional growth

Job description

Addleshaw Goddard in Dubai is seeking a Construction Associate to support its Middle East Construction practice in contentious matters. You will work with experienced partners, engage directly with clients on high-value disputes arising from major projects across the region, and help deliver strategic case results.

You will manage litigation and arbitration steps, draft pleadings, liaise with experts, and stay updated on local and international construction law developments.