Legal Counsel - Litigation

Fletcher Piccolo Associates; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Real Estate Development company in the UAE is seeking a Legal Counsel specializing in litigation. The role involves providing expert legal advice, managing disputes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies. Candidates should have extensive experience in real estate litigation, particularly within the UAE, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of legal experience, strong litigation background.
• 5+ years in Litigation with a Tier 1 Real Estate Developer.
• Minimum 3 years UAE experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on litigation and dispute-related matters.
• Manage and oversee all active disputes from initial claim to resolution.
• Draft and review legal notices, claims, and settlement agreements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Legal risk assessment

Dispute resolution

Job description

NOW HIRING A LEGAL COUNSEL - LITIGATION

Our client is a Real Estate Development company specialising in luxury projects across the UAE.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice to senior leadership on litigation and dispute-related matters, ensuring the company's interests are protected.
• Manage and oversee all active disputes, including commercial, construction, and real estate litigation, from initial claim through to resolution.
• Draft, review, and respond to legal notices, claims, settlement agreements, and other dispute-related documentation.
• Lead interactions with regulatory bodies, including the Dubai Land Department and RERA, particularly in the context of investigations, complaints, and enforcement matters.
• Identify potential legal risks related to disputes and develop mitigation strategies in line with business objectives.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure accurate and timely provision of documentation and evidence.
• Advise on contentious matters related to real estate transactions, project delivery, and contractual obligations.
• Ensure the business remains up to date on relevant legal developments in litigation and dispute resolution.
• Support the continuous improvement of internal legal processes related to dispute handling and reporting.

Requirements:

• 12+ years of legal experience, with a strong litigation background
• 5+ years of experience in Litigation with a Tier 1 Real Estate Developer
• Minimum 3 years UAE Experience
• Proven experience dealing with the Dubai Land Department and RERA
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Able to operate effectively in a high-pressure, fast-moving environment
• Arabic speaker