Corporate Business Law Services
Incorporation or Setting Up of Companies
Whether it’s an LLC, 100% foreign-owned company, Civil Company, or a branch of a foreign company, our specialised corporate team can make it happen in the mainland or any free zone across the UAE. Need an Offshore Company? We’re registered offshore agents for the Jebel Ali Free Zone, ensuring a swift registration process.
Before establishing a company in the UAE, we recommend building an outline about the type of entity you plan to build and the business activities this will include. By doing so, you will have a clearer understanding of whether to set your business up in a free zone or on the mainland.
The proposed officers of the company, managers and directors, must be appointed during company set up. This is essential to outline clear liabilities, responsibilities and obligations to mitigate future risk. We advise reaching out to a legal representative to obtain sound advice on this matter.
The internet can be a valuable resource for information regarding company set up in the UAE. However, this can be both overwhelming, misleading and inaccurate. To guarantee your business thrives from the get go, seek accurate legal advice with our qualified and experienced consultants.
Restructuring of Existing Companies
Be it group restructuring, cross-border restructuring or restructuring further to an acquisition, it is always important to ensure that the process is smooth, and the management and operations of the group companies is then efficiently dealt with.
When significant changes are made to a company’s structure and mode of operation, it is important to ensure that this corporate action minimizes adverse financial consequences and facilitates the business.
Our experienced team can provide you with options and solutions which are tried and tested in this region. We also work closely with the licensing and regulatory authorities to ensure that our client’s desired result is achieved.
Corporate Business Law Services FAQs
What business structures can be incorporated in the UAE?
The UAE has 3 licensing jurisdictions, and these are: mainland or Onshore, Free Zone & Offshore. Based on the licensing jurisdiction one chooses to incorporate, the types of companies that can be set up in UAE are: limited liability companies, sole establishments, civil companies, branch or representative office of a foreign company, private joint stock company & public joint stock company
Can James Berry & Associates assist with offshore company formation?
James Berry & Associates are registered offshore agents for the Jebel Ali Free Zone and can assist in setting up a company in the Jebel Ali Free Zone Offshore. We can also assist in setting up companies in other offshore jurisdictions in UAE & outside UAE through our preferred agents.
Does the firm handle corporate restructuring after incorporation?
Yes, we can assist in restructuring of your company’s structure after you have incorporated in UAE. This can include change of shareholding, change of officer(s) of the company, change of business activity etc.
Can the firm provide assistance with obtaining necessary licenses?
Yes, we can assist with obtaining all the relevant licenses required in incorporating your business in Dubai.
What are the costs and timelines associated with company incorporation?
The costs associated with company incorporation would vary depending on the licensing jurisdiction, type of company, documentary requirements, type and no. Of shareholders, no. Of visas required, office space to be chosen etc. As such it is not possible for us to provide a tentative figure without having initial information from the client on their requirements. Setting up a company in any of the jurisdictions can take anywhere between 2-4 working weeks – again depending on the licensing jurisdiction, type of company, documentary requirements & proposed business activity of the company
Does the firm offer support with shareholder agreements and corporate governance?
Yes, we provide complete support to our clients in securing their shareholder arrangements by way of shareholder agreements or such similar agreements based on their requirements.
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