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570+
Cases resolved
12
Practice areas

Top-Rated Legal Experts in Dubai & UAE

From corporate deals to family disputes, criminal defense to real estate – we've mastered every legal challenge. Don't wait, connect with our expert legal team and secure your victory today.

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Pierre Kayrouz
Chief Legal Officer
consults in 5 areas of law
Maria Valeyeva
Chief Compliance Officer
Georges Touma
Head Litigator
consults in 5 areas of law
Hanan Ahmed
Practicing Lawyer
consults in 3 areas of law
Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi
Lathamani Chandrashekar
Senior Corporate Counsel
consults in 2 areas of law
Lathamani Chandrashekar
Arka Navle
Corporate Counsel
consults in 5 areas of law
Nashita Nazneen
Junior Corporate Counsel
consults in 3 areas of law
Nashita Nazneen
Mark Engelman
Intellectual Property Barrister
consults in 3 areas of law
Professor Mark Engelman
Rita Semaan
Legal Consultant
consults in 4 areas of law
Rita Semaan
Carlos Rahme
Senior Legal Consultant
consults in 5 areas of law
Carlos Rahme
Souhad Al Ghorayeb
Senior Legal Consultant
consults in 5 areas of law
Souhad Al Ghorayeb
Sandy Geagea
Legal Consultant
consults in 5 areas of law
Sandy Y. Geagea
Saeed Gaber
Legal Research Analyst
consults in 6 areas of law
Muhammed Ali Charif
Junior Legal Counsel
consults in 3 areas of law
Muhammed Ali Charif
Jenifer Abu Nasr
Paralegal
consults in 3 areas of law
Jenifer Abu Nasr
Patricia Abi Mansour
Business Development Manager
consults in 3 areas of law

How we think

September 15, 2025

Understanding Non-Compete Clause UAE

Non-compete clauses are enforceable in the UAE when they are clear, reasonable, and tied to a legitimate business interest. Learn the limits on duration and geography, when a clause cannot be enforced, how damages are calculated, and the options employees have to withdraw.
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September 8, 2025

Practical AI compliance for UAE professional services

AI has moved from pilot to production in UAE professional services, but core duties stay the same. This guide shows how to align PDPL, DIFC and ADGM requirements with Dubai’s AI ethics and build one control system that also supports DMTT and climate reporting.
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About Us

Built on sharp legal thinking, efficient execution, and deep understanding of client priorities.

Founded in 2006 by Pierre Kayrouz, a leading legal practitioner in the nation, Kayrouz & Associates has grown into a trusted provider of end-to-end legal services for start-ups, global companies and individuals in the United Arab Emirates and the broader Middle East region.

We work closely with our clients to anticipate their legal needs and proactively protect their interests with advice and professional representation.

Our team embraces the highest standards of communication to deeply understand our clients' unique situations and is always committed to achieving the best possible resolution in the most efficient manner.
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Practice Areas

Expertise
Full-spectrum legal practice.

We combine sharp legal thinking with real-world experience to solve complex business challenges. Our teams move fast, think clearly, and speak your language. Whatever the deal, the dispute, or the decision, we’re on it.

Our expertise

Administrative and Government Law

We offer robust representation in arbitration and effective mediation strategies, helping clients resolve disputes efficiently and confidentially.

Civil law

Our civil law specialists handle a wide range of legal matters with rigour and discretion, from liability claims to contractual disputes.

Construction Law

We represent clients across all construction phases, from project inception & contract drafting to dispute resolution & claims for legal & commercial certainty.

Corporate & Commercial Law

We advise leading businesses on complex transactions, commercial contracts, and corporate governance for clear, strategic guidance at every stage of growth.

Criminal Law

We defend individuals and corporations in high-stakes criminal matters with determination, discretion, and deep procedural expertise.

Employment and Labour Law

We guide employers and employees through sensitive workplace issues, from hiring and dismissal to compliance and complex disputes.

Energy Law

We advise energy sector clients on regulatory, transactional, and environmental matters, combining industry insight with legal clarity.

Family Law

We support clients through deeply personal matters with sensitivity, confidentiality, and sound legal judgement, from divorce to child custody.

Intellectual Property Laws

We protect, enforce & commercialize intellectual property rights to help our clients navigate innovation, creativity & competition with precision & confidence.

International Law

We navigate the complexities of cross-border transactions, disputes, and treaties so our clients can operate with confidence across jurisdictions.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Our litigators are known for their strategic mindset, courtroom skill, and relentless focus on achieving favourable outcomes in complex disputes.

Real Estate Law

We advise on all aspects of real estate — acquisition, development, leasing, and finance — with precision and commercial awareness.
our people

Attorneys

Our firm brings together attorneys from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise, collaborating to address a wide range of legal matters.
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Portrait of Pierre Kayrouz, Chief Legal Officer at Kayrouz & Associates, expert in litigation and arbitration

Pierre Kayrouz

Chief Legal Officer

Professional headshot of Maria Valeyeva, Chief Compliance Officer, specializing in regulatory compliance and office management

Maria Valeyeva

Chief Compliance Officer

Headshot of Georges Touma, Head Litigator with expertise in civil, commercial, and real estate litigation

Georges Touma

Head Litigator

Portrait of Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi, practicing lawyer focused on civil, family, and administrative law in the UAE

Hanan Ahmed

Practicing Lawyer

Portrait of Lathamani Chandrashekar, senior corporate counsel with over 14 years of experience advising clients in corporate and commercial law, arbitration, international trade, and sports law.

Lathamani Chandrashekar

Senior Corporate Counsel

Headshot of Arka Navle, Corporate Counsel with multi-jurisdictional expertise in criminal, family, and commercial law

Arka Navle

Corporate Counsel

Photo of Nashita Nazneen A., Junior Corporate Counsel with a strong academic background and litigation training

Nashita Nazneen

Junior Corporate Counsel

Portrait of Professor Mark Engelman, UK barrister specializing in intellectual property, media, defamation, and commercial law

Mark Engelman

Intellectual Property Barrister

Image of Rita Semaan, Legal Consultant with experience in civil, criminal, and employment law

Rita Semaan

Legal Consultant

Portrait of Carlos Rahme, Senior Legal Consultant with more than 15 years of experience in corporate, civil, and labor law

Carlos Rahme

Senior Legal Consultant

Portrait of Souhad Al Ghorayeb, Senior Legal Consultant specializing in corporate structuring and bankruptcy law

Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Senior Legal Consultant

Photo of Sandy Y. Geagea, Legal Consultant with cross-border litigation and mediation experience

Sandy Geagea

Legal Consultant

Portrait of Saeed Gaber, Legal Research Analyst experienced in civil and criminal law in Egypt and the UAE

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst

Portrait of Muhammed Ali Charif, a professional male litigator with a composed expression, dressed in formal business attire, photographed against a neutral background.

Muhammed Ali Charif

Junior Legal Counsel

Image of Jenifer Abu Nasr, Paralegal and international dispute resolution specialist

Jenifer Abu Nasr

Paralegal

Professional photo of Patricia Abi Mansour, Business Development Manager with a legal background and marketing expertise

Patricia Abi Mansour

Business Development Manager

Portrait of Pierre Kayrouz, Chief Legal Officer at Kayrouz & Associates, expert in litigation and arbitration

Pierre Kayrouz

Chief Legal Officer

Professional headshot of Maria Valeyeva, Chief Compliance Officer, specializing in regulatory compliance and office management

Maria Valeyeva

Chief Compliance Officer

Headshot of Georges Touma, Head Litigator with expertise in civil, commercial, and real estate litigation

Georges Touma

Head Litigator

Portrait of Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi, practicing lawyer focused on civil, family, and administrative law in the UAE

Hanan Ahmed

Practicing Lawyer

Portrait of Lathamani Chandrashekar, senior corporate counsel with over 14 years of experience advising clients in corporate and commercial law, arbitration, international trade, and sports law.

Lathamani Chandrashekar

Senior Corporate Counsel

Headshot of Arka Navle, Corporate Counsel with multi-jurisdictional expertise in criminal, family, and commercial law

Arka Navle

Corporate Counsel

Photo of Nashita Nazneen A., Junior Corporate Counsel with a strong academic background and litigation training

Nashita Nazneen

Junior Corporate Counsel

Portrait of Professor Mark Engelman, UK barrister specializing in intellectual property, media, defamation, and commercial law

Mark Engelman

Intellectual Property Barrister

Image of Rita Semaan, Legal Consultant with experience in civil, criminal, and employment law

Rita Semaan

Legal Consultant

Portrait of Carlos Rahme, Senior Legal Consultant with more than 15 years of experience in corporate, civil, and labor law

Carlos Rahme

Senior Legal Consultant

Portrait of Souhad Al Ghorayeb, Senior Legal Consultant specializing in corporate structuring and bankruptcy law

Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Senior Legal Consultant

Photo of Sandy Y. Geagea, Legal Consultant with cross-border litigation and mediation experience

Sandy Geagea

Legal Consultant

Portrait of Saeed Gaber, Legal Research Analyst experienced in civil and criminal law in Egypt and the UAE

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst

Portrait of Muhammed Ali Charif, a professional male litigator with a composed expression, dressed in formal business attire, photographed against a neutral background.

Muhammed Ali Charif

Junior Legal Counsel

Image of Jenifer Abu Nasr, Paralegal and international dispute resolution specialist

Jenifer Abu Nasr

Paralegal

Professional photo of Patricia Abi Mansour, Business Development Manager with a legal background and marketing expertise

Patricia Abi Mansour

Business Development Manager

570+

Cases resolved

25+

Full-time lawyers & consultants

96%

Client satisfaction rate

16

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testimonials

I've worked with Pierre and Kayrouz & Associates on several occasions and have always appreciated their clear, prompt, and reliable legal advice. Pierre combines legal expertise with an understanding of broader financial and cultural factors, which made me feel supported and in capable hands during difficult times.
Edward Jones
Owner of Fitness Zone DMCC
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Polite and highly professional. Thoughtful, experienced and extremely knowledgable. I am very happy with Mr. Kayrouz as he represented me with nothing but respect, compassion and some of the best help I have ever had!
Ziad El Kasir
Battle Park Owner
testimonials
Pierre Kayrouz was respectful, thoughtful, and highly professional throughout the process. His calm, knowledgeable approach gave me great confidence and peace of mind. I felt genuinely heard and supported every step of the way.
Rene Stephen

News & Insights

Employment and Labour Law

Understanding Non-Compete Clause UAE

Non-compete clauses are enforceable in the UAE when they are clear, reasonable, and tied to a legitimate business interest. Learn the limits on duration and geography, when a clause cannot be enforced, how damages are calculated, and the options employees have to withdraw.

read article
September 15, 2025
Employment and Labour Law

What is Maternity Leave in the UAE?

A clear guide to maternity leave in the UAE for private and government employees, covering eligibility, duration, pay and nursing breaks. Learn your rights on termination protections, adding annual or unpaid leave, and how Kayrouz & Associates can help you stay compliant.

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September 12, 2025
Corporate & Commercial Law

Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Dubai

A practical 2025 guide to forming an LLC in Dubai covering mainland and free zone options, foreign ownership, required documents, step by step setup, costs and tax. Grounded in Federal Decree Law No. 32 of 2021, it explains approvals, licences and banking so you can incorporate with confidence.

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September 11, 2025
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Our Offices

Dubai, UAE

Address: Business Bay, Empire Heights, block B, office 1604

PO Box: 415048

Opening hours:
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Mon-Thu: 9am-5pm
Fri: 9am-12pm

Tel.: +971 (4) 876 1744

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Abu Dhabi, UAE

Address: Electra Street, Al Mazrooei building, 9th floor, office 903

PO Box: 62829

Opening hours:
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Mon-Thu: 9am-5pm
Fri: 9am-12pm

Tel.: +971 (4) 876 1744

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Beirut, Lebanon

Address: Miziara Centre, above Sea Sweet, Block C, 4th floor

Opening hours:
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Mon-Thu: 9am-5pm
Fri: 9am-12pm

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