Banking and Financial Services

Introduction

Our banking team has advised several local banks, central international banks, headquarters or branches in the UAE, regional and international companies regarding their financial activities in the UAE and all over the GCC, in both conventional and Islamic transactions. Specifically, our main clients include prominent multinational companies in various sectors, including oil and gas, construction, real estate, transportation, and governmental and semi-governmental authorities.

Our regional focus and extensive knowledge of UAE laws, financial markets, and regulators such as the Central Bank, DIFC, and local government bodies is just one of the many reasons why clients choose our company.

Our team of banking and financial professionals provide clients with a professional legal advisory service, including drafting and reviewing documents, as well as performing due diligence on a wide range of matters:

  • Providing procedural advice to foreign banks that intend to establish subsidiaries and branches in the United Arab Emirates
  • Providing legal opinions to foreign banks regarding transactions entered into with UAE borrowers or guarantors
  • Assisting main agents of external funds
  • Securing the financial assets
  • Drafting the loans agreements and all related documents
  • Planning, funding, and executing major banking projects
  • Executing all securities required by banks, including the real estate, commercial and marine mortgage in addition to the shares undertaking and companies guarantees.
  • Structuring financial arrangements
  • Structuring and drafting guarantee account agreements

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Our attorneys work in synergy, ensuring that we confidently and knowledgeably respond to any legal aspect across the region and provide you with quality advice and guidance for the best outcome.