Barney Almazar is a highly respected Filipino lawyer in the United Arab Emirates, recognized for his legal excellence, humanitarian contributions, and commitment to empowering the Filipino community abroad.
He is a licensed Philippine attorney and a UK-registered solicitor, actively practicing in Dubai and across the GCC.
He is currently the Director of Gulf Law Middle East, Philippines & United Kingdom.
Gulf Law is a multidisciplinary law firm with operations in the UAE, Philippines, UK, and Portugal. Atty. Almazar leads the firm’s regional operations, handling both corporate and personal legal matters.
Key Services
- Corporate and Commercial Law
- Family Law (Marriage, Divorce, Custody, Inheritance)
- Immigration and Citizenship
- Real Estate and Property Law
- Wills and Estate Planning
- Banking and Finance
- Labor and Employment Law
- Cross-border Transactions & International Investments
Experience
Honored as one of the “Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Philippines (TOYM)” for law and community service.
Named by Asian Legal Business as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Legal Professionals in Asia.
Recognized by the Philippine Embassy and Consulate in the UAE for pro bono service to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).
Serves as Legal Adviser to Philippine government missions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
He also conducts legal awareness seminars, offers free legal consultations, and actively contributes to media platforms to help educate Filipinos in the Gulf.
Pro Bono Work & Community Service
He provides free legal aid to Filipinos in distress, especially domestic workers, laborers, and overstaying residents, helping them navigate legal challenges, file complaints, or secure documentation.
He regularly partners with Philippine missions in:
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Ras Al Khaimah
- Sharjah
Office Location
Gulf Law Middle East
Office 301, The Oberoi Centre
Business Bay, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Contact Details
- Phone: +971 55 865 0248
- Email: barney@gulflaw.info
- Website: www.gulflaw.info
- Instagram: @barneyalmazar
Barney Almazar is more than a lawyer—he’s a legal advocate and a voice for justice among OFWs in the UAE.
His combination of legal expertise, cross-border insight, and genuine concern for the Filipino community makes him one of the most trusted and well-respected lawyers in Dubai today.