SCHLÜTER GRAF stands for expert legal advice and practical solutions. Operating in the region for over a quarter century, SCHLÜTER GRAF is renowned as a go-to firm for corporate and commercial matters as well as for dispute resolution in the Middle East and Emerging Markets.

The Firm

SCHLÜTER GRAF is a leading corporate and commercial law firm with a rich history. Its German roots date back to 1946 and its presence in the Middle East was established in 1995. The firm maintains an extensive network of offices and co-operations, covering Germany, the jurisdictions of the Middle East, Northern and Eastern Africa as well as Emerging Markets, in particular, Ethiopia and Pakistan. For a detailed...

SCHLÜTER GRAF is a leading corporate and commercial law firm with a rich history. Its German roots date back to 1946 and its presence in the Middle East was established in 1995. The firm maintains an extensive network of offices and co-operations, covering Germany, the jurisdictions of the Middle East, Northern and Eastern Africa as well as Emerging Markets, in particular, Ethiopia and Pakistan. For a detailed overview of our locations please click here.

The diverse team of qualified lawyers and staff at SCHLÜTER GRAF are from different jurisdictions and speak Amharic, Arabic, Catalan, English, Farsi, German, Hindi, Russian, Spanish, Urdu, and Tagalog, enabling the firm to advise and assist clients across borders from a single point of contact. To find out more about our lawyers please click here.

The firm advises institutional clients, multinational corporations, SMEs, and individuals from all sectors and in all areas of local and international law. We specifically cover all areas of corporate and commercial law, including corporate structuring, agency / distribution networks and contracts, compliance, employment, localization, trademarks, tax, securities as well as construction and infrastructure projects. For a detailed overview of covered practice areas please click here.

SCHLÜTER GRAF is recognized as a leading firm in the UAE and known as a go-to firm for markets such as KSA and Pakistan.

In 2016, SCHLÜTER GRAF established a Spanish & LATAM Desk at its Dubai office, supporting Spanish and Latin American companies in their corporate and commercial activities in the region.

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1946

Founded by Dr. Karl Rust in Dortmund Germany

1969

Taken over by Mr. Horst Schlüter where he also changed the name

1975

District Court Judge and Name Partner Eberhard Graf joins the firm

1975

Move to prominent offices at Königswall 26 in Dortmund

1978

Expansion of Private Notary Services

1982

Further Development of Real Estate Practice

1995

SCHLÜTER GRAF took the first step into the Middle East and the Dubai office was inaugurated

2002

Expansion into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2005

Further expansion into MENA with cooperation partners in GCC, Egypt, Jordan & Lebanon

2016

Established Spanish Desk

2016

Inauguration of Hamburg Office

2018

Became a member of the board of the Spanish Business Council

2019

Expansion into Ethiopia

2020

Expansion into Pakistan

2020

Celebrating 25 years in the Middle East

Recognitions & Memberships

SCHLÜTER GRAF is one of the most reputable law firms in the region, trusted by clients, government authorities, embassies, business councils, and chambers of commerce and industry. The firm is recognized by The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners as a leading firm in the region and is the winner of the 2021 LexisNexis Middle East Award for “International Law Firm...

SCHLÜTER GRAF is one of the most reputable law firms in the region, trusted by clients, government authorities, embassies, business councils, and chambers of commerce and industry. The firm is recognized by The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners as a leading firm in the region and is the winner of the 2021 LexisNexis Middle East Award for “International Law Firm Practical Guidance”. In Germany, SCHLÜTER GRAF is ranked by JUVE for the North-Rhine-Westphalia region. 

Furthermore, SCHLÜTER GRAF is listed and recommended by the German Consulate General in the UAE, the Spanish and the Mexican Embassies and the Commercial Office of Spain in the UAE as well as the German Embassy and the Commercial Office of Spain in Saudi Arabia.

The firm is a member of the legal networks of the German Emirati Joint Council for Industry and Commerce (AHK) in the UAE and the German-Saudi Arabian Liaison Office for Economic Affairs (GESALO) in Saudi Arabia as well as of the Arab-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GHORFA) and the German Near and Middle East Association (NUMOV).

SCHLÜTER GRAF is the exclusive member firm for the UAE and for KSA for WIRAS Verbund International, an international network of German-speaking professional consultancies.

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Our Philosophy

The lawyers at SCHLÜTER GRAF are characterized by their Passion for Law. This philosophy shapes the firm and enables it to deliver bespoke solutions to clients, carefully navigating legal complexities and nuances. From straightforward legal advice and representation to complex multi-jurisdictional corporate and commercial matters, the SCHLÜTER GRAF team uses its Passion for Law and professional experience to support...

The lawyers at SCHLÜTER GRAF are characterized by their Passion for Law. This philosophy shapes the firm and enables it to deliver bespoke solutions to clients, carefully navigating legal complexities and nuances. From straightforward legal advice and representation to complex multi-jurisdictional corporate and commercial matters, the SCHLÜTER GRAF team uses its Passion for Law and professional experience to support and protect the business interests of its clients.

Working under strict ethical and client-focused values, and in line with core pillars of integrity and honesty, the firm’s holistic and professional approach ensures all angles are covered, providing clear and powerful solutions to clients.

SCHLÜTER GRAF understands that collaboration and communication are key to the success of its clients. The firm’s commitment to effective and timely delivery of services and transparent billing ensures the firm is able to add value to clients’ businesses, developing clear-cut and tailored approaches to even the most complex legal challenges. The firm’s Dubai hub serves as a one-stop shop for clients’ legal needs across jurisdictions.

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