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Corporate Structuring

We advise on a wide range of corporate structuring and restructuring related projects, including re-domiciliation from one jurisdiction to the other, for the purposes of restructuring for potential IPOs, M&As as well as catering to the challenges of modern-day business.

We are known for our ability to come up with innovative structuring solutions to cater to our client’s challenging and complex commercial objectives while maintaining legal compliance of the proposed corporate structures to all aspects of the region’s legal framework, including particular regulatory, ownership, leveraging and property related matters.

We have an in-depth knowledge of local laws and regulations and complete understanding of regulatory practices of the various authorities based on our team’s longstanding experience, understanding and working relationships.

We have a dedicated structuring team with more than a decade of experience in the region working with all types of authorities and regulators.

Corporate Structuring
Corporate Structuring

Corporate Structuring

Our structuring practice is one of our core strengths, supporting clients on complex corporate structuring and restructuring projects across UAE mainland, free zones, and global jurisdictions. We design structures that accommodate regulatory, ownership, tax, property, and financing considerations, ensuring full compliance with regional legal frameworks while addressing commercial objectives. 

Our dedicated team acts as Corporate Services Provider (CSP) for SPVs, foundations, holding structures, and special‑purpose entities, particularly within ADGM and DIFC. We also offer access to external tax specialists for tax‑sensitive transactions, while maintaining our role as legal structuring advisors. 

Key Capabilities: 

  • Group Restructuring & Reorganisation 

  • Mainland & Free Zone Entity Formation 

  • Holding & Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) 

  • Acting as CSP for SPVs, Foundations & Trust‑like Structures 

  • Investment Platforms & Fund Vehicles 

  • Foreign Ownership & Licensing Structuring 

  • Cross‑Border and Local Re‑domiciliation 

  • General Compliance (UBO, ESR, AML/CFT) 

  • Specialist Tax Structuring via External Tax Experts