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Provided by Malek Al Rifai
Malek Al Rifai is a real estate partner in the Corporate, Finance and Investments Group based in Dubai. Malek has a diverse multidisciplinary practice focused on owners and operators in the real estate industry. He has represented developers, REITs, commercial and investment banks, private equity fund sponsors, family offices and institutional investors in a variety of real estate and corporate transactions and regulatory matters across the GCC.
Mr. Al Rifai’s transactional experience includes direct and indirect real estate acquisitions across all types of property (including hospitality, industrial, educational and healthcare assets), development transactions, hotel acquisition and management transactions, capital market and financing transactions involving real estate, representation of institutional investors and real estate funds in connection with the formation of real estate joint ventures, and turnaround of distressed off-plan projects.
Provided by Chambers
Malek Al Rifai has broadening recognition for his work within the market. He is particularly active on matters relating to mixed-use development projects, as well as advising on the acquisition of major real estate assets. He has further experience concerning REIT listings. He recently joined K&S after leaving Al Tamimi.
Provided by Chambers
"It is always a pleasure to work with Malek. He is extremely professional. If we have a sophisticated question, Malek is definitely the person we go to for advice."
"Malek is an excellent, commercially oriented real estate lawyer who maintains great client relationships."
"Malek Al Rifai is extremely knowledgeable, responsive and aware of the commercial picture. He is always focused on finding practical solutions to difficult matters."
"It is always a pleasure to work with Malek. He is extremely professional. If we have a sophisticated question, Malek is definitely the person we go to for advice."
"Malek is an excellent, commercially oriented real estate lawyer who maintains great client relationships."
"Malek Al Rifai is extremely knowledgeable, responsive and aware of the commercial picture. He is always focused on finding practical solutions to difficult matters."
