Accurate Provisions for KYC/AML, source of funds, and export control
Contracts in the UAE
We Draft and Negotiate Contracts Tailored to Your Case: From NDAs and Service Agreements to Complex Shareholder Agreements and M&A.
Bilingual, Compliant with UAE Law and International Standards.
Key Considerations in the UAE
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Jurisdiction and Applicable Law
Clearly defining the governing law (UAE, DIFC/ADGM, or Other) and dispute forum (Arbitration/Court).
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Compliance and Sanction Clauses
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Payments and Taxes
Currency/Terms/Invoice; 5% VAT if applicable; Set-Off, late Payment, proof of Service.
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Warranties and Liability
Cap on liability, exclusion of indirect damages, force majeure, termination for convenience/cause.
What You Get
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- A tailored agreement, not a generic template.
- RU/EN versions (and AR if needed), with priority for one language version.
- Risk matrix and negotiation stance on key points.
- Execution package: checklists, invoice/statement templates, letters for the bank/regulator.
- Version control and archiving — easily retrieve the history of changes in a minute after a year.
When to Engage Us
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You are entering a new market/partnering in the UAE and want to avoid “learning from mistakes”.
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The bank/counterparty asks to “rephrase the terms” to comply with regulations.
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ou need a bilingual contract (English/Russian) or an Arabic version.
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You need “practical” terms: payment, risks, penalties, guarantee of results, confidentiality.
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Negotiations are upcoming — it’s crucial to be firm on key points and flexible on details.
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Types of Contracts We Draft
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Operational Contracts
NDA,service agreements, supply/purchase agreements, agency/distribution agreements, lease agreements (office/warehouse)
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Commercial and IT
MSA/SOW, SLA, software licenses, development/support, IP rights, marketing/outsourcing
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Corporate
Shareholder agreements (SHA), options/ESOP, convertible instruments (SAFE/Convertible), SPA/Share Transfer
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HR and Contractor
Offer letter, employment contract, grading/bonuses, contracts/subcontracts, NCA/Nonsolicit
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Banks/Compliance
KYC packages, account opening agreements, corporate resolutions, confirmation letters
5 Steps
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Brief and Objectives
We define what is non-negotiable for you and where there is room for flexibility.
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First Draft
We tailor the text to your business model and the requirements of banks/regulators.
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Negotiations
Red-line amendments, argumentation, calls with the counterparty
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Finalization and Signing
Versions, signatures, e-signatures/“wet” signatures, power of attorney if needed.
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IMPLEMENTATION
Execution checklists, templates for acts/invoices, obligations calendar.
CasesTypes of Contracts We Draft
- Case №1. Company Registration in DubaiTask
The client needed to set up a company in Dubai and organize its structure so the business remained under their control without unnecessary risks.
Solution- We created a structure: an offshore company owns a stake in the local firm.
- Prepared the memorandum of association, registered the company name, and obtained the license.
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Set up operating procedures: meetings, signatures, and legal reporting requirements.
ResultWithin two months, the company was ready to operate. The client has a license, a clear structure, and full management rights. They can conduct business in Dubai and bring in partners without any issues.
- Case №2. Free Zone Company Registration and Bank Account SetupTask
A foreign client wanted to set up a company in the UAE and get a bank account for business without lengthy procedures.
Solution- We chose a free zone with simple regulations.
- Prepared the memorandum of association and license, and registered the company name.
- Assisted the client at the bank and helped open an account.
ResultWithin six weeks, the company was officially operating, the license was issued, and the bank account was active. The client could conduct business in the UAE without delays or complications.
- Case №3. Salary and Benefits Comparison at the UniversityTask
The university wanted to make salaries and benefits fair, ensuring that roles with equal responsibility received comparable compensation according to the UAE market.
Solution- We analyzed the positions: met with managers and reviewed role requirements and qualifications.
- Compared salaries and benefits with other universities in the UAE, identifying where payments were below average.
- Prepared a new salary scale, updated the benefits policy, and set rules for pay reviews and promotions.
ResultWithin three to four months, the university implemented the new system. Salaries were fairly aligned with roles, and benefits matched the market. Employees became more confident about their pay, and the university strengthened its ability to attract professors and administrative staff.
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