Real Estate & Construction
A considered legal approach to property transactions, leasing arrangements and the relationships behind construction projects.
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Legal counsel in Dubai
for clients from Portugal.
Portuguese engineers, architects, hospitality professionals and entrepreneurs have found opportunity in Dubai’s construction and services sectors. We help clients document their projects, businesses and careers clearly.
Portuguese clients · Lisbon, Porto, Braga, Faro
Your plans in Dubai. A clear way forward.
Rahman & Company is a Dubai-based law firm. We work with clients from Portugal who want commercially focused, plain-spoken legal counsel for decisions in the UAE, whether you are already here or planning your first step from abroad.
Every conversation starts with your objectives, the people and businesses involved and your timing. The appropriate scope of support is discussed and agreed before any engagement begins.
Questions we often discuss with clients from Portugal
- Architecture, engineering and construction contracts
- Hospitality and food-and-beverage ventures
- Setting up a consultancy or small business
- Employment contracts and relocation
Relevant expertise
Where we can help.
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A clear legal perspective on the decisions that shape your business — from the first agreement to your next transaction.
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Thoughtful guidance on the documents, policies and conversations that shape the working relationship.
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All international pagesEgyptUAE companies, contracts, disputes, banking and property for Egyptian clients, in Arabic.en-EGSaudi ArabiaRegional structures, joint ventures, arbitration and property for Saudi groups and families.en-SAIndiaUAE companies, NRI property, employment and succession, with an office in Kerala.en-INPakistanPartnerships, trade, property and employment matters for overseas Pakistanis.en-PKUnited KingdomEnglish-law contracts, DIFC and onshore disputes, relocation and UAE wills.en-GBUnited StatesMarket entry, technology, distribution and compliance for US companies.en-USQatarUAE entities, construction disputes and property for Qatari investors and companies.en-QAOmanCross-border trade, distribution and family businesses across the Oman–UAE border.en-OM
Frequently asked questions
Before we begin.
I’m a Portuguese architect starting a practice in Dubai. What do I need?
Consider the activity licence, any professional registration, your client appointment terms and who owns your designs. We can help you prioritise the documents to put in place first.
We are investing in a Dubai restaurant with partners. What should we agree?
Agree each partner’s investment, role, decision-making, profit sharing and what happens if someone wants to leave. Record it before the lease and fit-out commitments are signed.
Can I start the conversation from Portugal?
Yes. Use the enquiry form to introduce yourself, the people or businesses involved and what you want to achieve, wherever you are in Portugal or the UAE. Keep it brief and avoid confidential documents until an engagement is agreed. An enquiry does not create a lawyer-client relationship.
Do you advise on the law of Portugal?
Our practice is based in Dubai. Where your matter also involves the law of Portugal, we will say so early and discuss coordinating with appropriately qualified advisers there.
Working together
A clear starting point.
01 / UNDERSTAND
Your priorities first.
Begin with your objectives, the background to your matter and any time-sensitive concerns.
02 / DEFINE
Agree the way forward.
Discuss the appropriate scope, relevant checks and engagement arrangements before work begins.
03 / PROGRESS
Focus on the next step.
Work through the agreed issues with a clear view of your commercial and personal priorities.
A conversation is a good place to start