Real Estate & Commercial Developments
Building Clarity into Complex Construction Disputes
From luxury high-rises to dynamic mixed-use developments, MASIN brings deep technical expertise and sectoral insight to support stakeholders involved in real estate and building construction. Whether you’re a developer, main contractor, or subcontractor, we understand the pressures of delivering architecturally ambitious, commercially critical projects — often under tight timelines and changing scopes. Our team has supported numerous assignments involving delays, quantum claims, and technical variations in high-value residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across the Middle East and Asia.
Our Project Experience Includes:

Banyan Tree Residences – Dubai
Quantum and variation analysis on luxury residential apartment towers.
Dubai Uptown Tower – Jumeirah Lake Towers, UAE
Expert input on delay and technical claims for the UAE’s first luxury “evolving” high-rise.
Gateways Towers – Qatar
Contractual and planning support on large-scale mixed-use development in a landmark location.
Services Provided in Real Estate & Development Projects:
- Delay and disruption assessments for vertical construction
- Evaluation of variations, rework, and acceleration claims
- Quantum analysis and cost entitlement studies
- Independent expert witness services
- Forensic planning and scheduling support
- Change management and scope evaluation
- Risk reviews and dispute avoidance strategies

Our team’s experience spans the Gulf region, South Asia, and North Africa, where we’ve worked on high-profile projects that require balancing regulatory, commercial, and stakeholder pressures with construction realities.
Why Masin
- Deep familiarity with high-rise and mixed-use building contracts
- Extensive experience working with both public and private sector developers
- Strong planning, cost, and claims teams with cross-border capabilities
- Proficiency with FIDIC, bespoke, and regional contract forms
- Track record of supporting projects from design to dispute resolution
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Experience resolving high-stakes engineering and construction disputes.
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Dispute value managed across global projects and complex claims.
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Cases handled across arbitration, litigation, adjudication, and mediation.
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Clients including contractors, developers, law firms, and Fortune 500s.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to frequently asked questions about everything we do.
What types of building projects does MASIN typically support?
We work across residential towers, commercial office spaces, mixed-use developments, hotels, retail centres, and luxury apartments — from mid-rise to skyscraper projects.
Can you support subcontractors as well as developers?
Yes. We provide support across all project participants — including subcontractors, MEP providers, main contractors, and developers — ensuring fair entitlement and defence.
How do you assess delay in building construction?
We use detailed programme analysis, site records, and scheduling tools to evaluate delay events and their impact on the critical path, resource allocation, and productivity.
What if a project is ongoing — can you still help?
Absolutely. We frequently engage during live projects to provide early advisory, monitor risks, and help prevent disputes from escalating.
Are your expert reports recognized in formal proceedings?
Yes. MASIN experts are regularly appointed in arbitration and litigation settings, and our reports adhere to international expert standards and tribunal expectations.
Talk to our Experts
Have a project challenge or need clarity on a dispute? Our experts are here to help. Reach out for personalized insights and reliable guidance tailored to your sector and situation.