A trusted law firm for
a new world
We are an independent boutique international law firm headquartered in the UAE. We work with clients doing business across the Middle East, the CIS and Asia, drawing on our thirty years of experience advising on many of these regions most innovative corporate, finance, and capital markets transactions.
We deliver best-in-class legal services, individually tailored to your commercial requirements, through partner-led advice backed by a core team of experienced lawyers and other professionals. We are great at what we do and we work closely with you to ensure that you have access to everything that you need, when and where you need it, and with an individually-agreed pricing model that works for both of us.
Insights
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UAE Fund Structures 2025: Market Overview
The UAE has cemented its position as a premier global fund domiciliation hub in 2025. The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) now hosts 440 wealth and asset management firms, including 85 hedge funds, whilst the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) houses 134 asset and fund managers overseeing 166 funds, with AUM surging 245% in 2024. Key regulatory developments, including value added tax (VAT) exemptions for fund management and mandatory environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting, continue to enhance the UAE's competitive positioning.
27.11.2025
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Legal Landscapes: Blockchain and Crypto Assets in the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates is increasingly being seen as one of the world’s most progressive jurisdictions for virtual asset transactions with an exclusive legal framework for today’s leading digital assets - blockchain and crypto. This guide provides information on the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), along with other regulatory frameworks, and highlights key features for companies operating in this rapidly evolving sector.
18.11.2025

