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A curated archive of over 500 of our recent mandates.
Drawn from our archive of over 500 recent representations, this case study highlights our specific expertise in Critical Transactions.
This mandate addresses complex challenges involving Private Wealth & Family Office.
The representation required a highly specialized approach to HNW Investment Disputes.
Specific client identities and non-public details regarding this matter have been anonymized.
- Service: Critical Transactions
- Area: Private Wealth & Family Office
- Focus: HNW Investment Disputes
Selected Mandate
Advising an international executive on the termination of employment by a Dubai Free Zone technology company, specifically regarding the withdrawal of essential work tools in breach of UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
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Strategic tax litigation for a Jebel Ali Free Zone entity challenging the classification of tobacco dust as ‘excise goods’ released for consumption under Article 12 of the Executive Regulations and the imposition of tax on manufacturing deficiencies.
Construction & EngineeringGlobal ArbitrationInfrastructure & Transport
Litigation challenging a tax assessment on AED 29.6 million in advance payments for a major infrastructure project, arguing that the ‘taxable event’ occurred upon service performance in 2017 rather than the contract date.
Construction & EngineeringEnergy & Industrial ProjectsGlobal Arbitration
Representation of a UAE electronics company in formal dispute proceedings against the Dubai branch of a Swiss-domiciled infrastructure firm regarding a breach of a Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract and failure to issue required financial bonds.
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Tax litigation before the Federal Courts Instance challenging the reclassification of nutritional supplements and medicated cosmetics as standard-rated goods, relying on Ministry of Health registration certificates to establish zero-rating eligibility.
Critical TransactionsHNW Investment DisputesPrivate Wealth & Family Office
Counsel to a private client in a pre-litigation dispute involving the fiduciary duties of an agent, addressing claims of reputational damage and harassment arising from the management of a commercial entity and interactions with UAE financial institutions.
Corporate Governance & M&ACritical TransactionsStrategic Governance
Representing the Board of Directors of an international entity in strategic financial committee discussions, providing counsel on leadership management contracts and constitutional amendments to ensure robust corporate governance and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
Commercial Contracts & RiskCorporate Governance & M&ACritical Transactions
Counsel to an international retail conglomerate in managing pre-litigation correspondence and liability assessment under United Arab Emirates law regarding a commercial dispute with a regional electronics supplier.
Aviation & TransportCommercial & Sectoral ArbitrationGlobal Arbitration
Representing a maritime contractor in grievance proceedings before the UAE Federal Courts, challenging the precautionary seizure of vessels based on expired licenses and lack of operational nexus under UAE Maritime Commercial Law.
Fiscal Policy & Tax ControversyRegulatory & Licensing Fiscal IssuesSensitive Geopolicy
Litigation challenging the imposition of VAT on goods supplied outside the UAE by a foreign parent company to a local government entity, contesting the Authority’s jurisdiction over offshore transactions despite contrary specific clarifications.
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