DGM Investment is a community-focused investment group with over a decade of expertise in Dubai and a history dating back to its founding in China in 1981. Specializing in real estate and natural resource investments, the company provides comprehensive solutions, including property management, financial consulting, brokerage, and community-focused operations. With investments in more than 12 local companies, DGM is dedicated to creating thriving communities and sustainable value.
Join a team passionate about innovation and excellence in the investment and property sector.
This is a full-time, on-site Lawyer role located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Lawyer will provide legal expertise to support the company’s real estate, investment, property management, and financial consulting operations. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, advising leadership on legal matters, and addressing disputes. The Lawyer will work closely with various teams to assess risks and develop legal strategies aligned with the company’s goals.
Key Responsibilities 1. Document Control & Legal Records Management- Review, organize, and securely maintain all legal documentation.
- Ensure all landlord, tenancy, and third-party agreements are properly filed and tracked.
- Monitor document expiry, renewal deadlines, and compliance records.
- Support in preparing documentation required for audits, investigations, or authority.
- Draft, review, and finalize a variety of contracts including:
- Tenancy agreements
- Service and vendor contracts
- MOUs, NDAs, partnership agreements, and commercial leases
- Ensure contract templates are legally sound and updated regularly.
- Identify risk clauses and recommend protective terms.
- Collaborate with internal teams to customize contracts for business needs.
- Prepare invoices and follow up.
- Stay updated on UAE laws relevant to real estate, labour, commercial, and civil matters.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including DLD, RERA, MOHRE, and free zone authorities.
- Prepare legal reports and case summaries for management as needed.
- Support licensing, registration, and liquidation processes when assigned.
- Identify and pursue expired contracts pending renewal or collection.
- Liaise with commercial and leasing departments for follow-up on overdue accounts.
- Prepare legal notices or pre-litigation warnings to defaulting tenants or clients.
- Recommend escalation strategies where voluntary payment is not achieved.
- Track and pursue recovery of bounced cheques through legal channels.
- Prepare notices, complaints, and required documentation for police/court submission.
- Maintain detailed records of recovered amounts and ongoing claims.
- Coordinate with finance and sales teams for financial reconciliation.
- Handle and monitor all legal cases including but not limited to:
- Civil, commercial, labor, and criminal cases (as applicable)
- Legal notices, eviction requests, settlement memoranda, and appeals.
- Prepare statements of claim, case summaries, evidence bundles, and responses.
- Attend court hearings, expert meetings, site visits, and judicial inspections as assigned.
- Coordinate with external legal counsel, follow up on case progress, and maintain case logs.
- Ensure timely action on legal deadlines, filings, and procedural requirements.
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Legal documentation and records management
- Knowledge of UAE real estate and commercial laws
- Case management and dispute resolution
- Legal research and compliance monitoring
- Strong communication and stakeholder coordination
- High attention to detail and organizational s
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