Setting up a business in Dubai starts with a series of decisions that shape everything that follows: where to establish the company, which legal form to use, how ownership is arranged and what the constitutional documents say. Getting these right at the start avoids costly corrections later.

MAX Legal Consultancy advises entrepreneurs and companies on establishing and structuring businesses in Dubai and across the UAE.

Business Formation Matters We Advise On

Mainland or Free Zone

We explain the practical differences between mainland and free zone set-up, including permitted activities, ownership, office requirements and where the business can trade.

Choosing the Legal Form

Advice on the legal form that fits your plans, such as a limited liability company, a sole establishment or a branch of an existing company, and what each means for liability and management.

Constitutional Documents

Reviewing and preparing the memorandum of association and related documents, including provisions on management, decision-making and the transfer of shares.

Shareholder and Partnership Agreements

Agreements between owners that set out roles, contributions, profit sharing, exit arrangements and how disagreements will be resolved.

Licensing and Registrations

Guidance on the licensing process and on registrations and records that apply to UAE companies, such as ultimate beneficial owner records and tax registration where applicable.

Contracts and Intellectual Property

Putting core contracts in place from the start and protecting your brand and other intellectual property.

From Set-Up to Ongoing Advice

Formation is usually the start of a longer relationship. Once the company is operating, our corporate legal services cover governance, compliance and restructuring, and our commercial legal services cover the contracts the business relies on.

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