Celebrating 50 years of dedicated service, Afridi & Angell stands as one of the UAE’s most respected and long-established law firms. Since its founding, the firm has distinguished itself with a pioneering approach rooted in legal excellence, commercial pragmatism, and a deep understanding of the local and regional business environment. 

The firm’s success lies in its ability to seamlessly blend international standards with a deep knowledge of the UAE’s legal and regulatory landscape. With lawyers trained in multiple international jurisdictions, Afridi & Angell brings a wealth of global expertise to local and cross-border matters. Its lawyers act not only as legal advisors but as true business partners, taking into account the broader commercial implications of every decision.

Afridi & Angell offers full-service legal counsel across a broad range of practice areas, including banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, construction, real estate, private equity, Islamic finance, data protection, and venture capital. The firm advises clients across key sectors such as aviation, energy, healthcare, hospitality, education, mining, and retail.

Culturally, the firm is defined by a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment that values diversity and nurtures professional development. This ethos has allowed the firm to grow organically while maintaining its high standards of client service and talent retention.

Afridi & Angell’s long-standing relationships with clients, government entities, and regulators reflect its deep integration into the UAE’s legal fabric. As the business and legal landscape continues to evolve, Afridi & Angell remains committed to delivering smart, sustainable, and client-centric legal solutions—just as it has for the past five decades.