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Contract Drafting

Tightly drafted contracts that protect you from disputes before they happen — every clause considered, every gap closed, and every right preserved with legal precision.

About the Service

A good contract stops the problem before it starts

Most commercial disputes don't begin in the courtroom — they begin in a poorly drafted contract: a vague clause, an undefined obligation, a missing dispute-resolution mechanism, or an unenforceable penalty. What you save now in professional drafting costs, you'll pay back many times over in courtrooms later.

We draft your contracts with a preventive methodology: analyzing your commercial reality, anticipating scenarios, and drafting clear clauses that don't allow interpretation. Every contract we prepare is fully compliant with UAE law in force, and built to withstand the toughest legal tests.

80%
of commercial disputes arise from weak contracts
3-7
days to deliver a finished contract
100%
tailored contracts — never templates
What We Offer

Comprehensive Drafting Across All Contract Types

We prepare and review all commercial and civil contracts in both Arabic and English.

Commercial Contracts

Sale, supply, service, and commercial agreements between companies and individuals.

Partnership & Incorporation Agreements

Company incorporation, shareholders' agreements, and regulating the relationship between partners.

Employment Contracts

Employment contracts compliant with UAE labor law, and executive-level employment agreements.

Commercial Lease Agreements

Lease agreements for shops, offices, and warehouses — drafted to protect both parties.

NDAs (Confidentiality Agreements)

Protect your trade secrets and sensitive information before entering any negotiations.

Agency & Distribution Agreements

Commercial agency and exclusive distribution agreements under UAE law.

MOUs (Memoranda of Understanding)

Drafting MOUs and letters of intent with precision that protects your position in negotiations.

Existing Contract Review

Auditing the contracts in your hand, surfacing hidden risks, and proposing amendments that protect you legally.

How We Work

A Precise, Tailored Drafting Methodology

Four steps that ensure the contract reflects your interest and protects you in every possible scenario.

1

Understand the Deal

An analysis session covering the nature of the relationship, the parties, mutual obligations, and potential risks.

2

Initial Draft

Preparing the first draft with all essential and protective clauses tailored to your case.

3

Review & Revise

Reviewing clauses together, making the necessary edits, and negotiating with the other party where required.

4

Signing & Notarization

Delivering the final version and following through on attestation and notarization where needed.

FAQ

Your Questions on Contract Drafting

Ready-made templates don't know your deal, your partners, or your country's law. Many are translated from foreign laws that don't apply in the UAE, and may contain clauses that are legally void or unenforceable. A tailored contract is the difference between real protection and a worthless piece of paper when a dispute arises.
Timing varies with contract type and complexity:

Simple Contracts (NDA, small service agreements): 2–3 business days
Medium Commercial Contracts: 4–7 business days
Incorporation & Partnership Agreements: 7–14 business days

We commit to the timelines agreed at the first meeting.
Yes, we prepare contracts in both Arabic and English with precise legal drafting in each. When two versions exist, we specify the governing language in case of interpretive conflict, preserving clarity of obligations. This is especially important in international transactions and with multinational companies.
Yes — contract review is one of our most important services. We analyze the contract clause by clause, identify provisions that hurt your interest, surface hidden risks, and propose written amendments ready for negotiation. Review is usually faster and less costly than full drafting.
We work on fixed fees agreed upfront based on contract type and complexity, with no surprises. Pricing is set after an initial complimentary intake call where we understand the deal. Recurring clients receive discounted packages for repeat contracts.
At minimum, every contract should include:

• Precise identification of the parties and their legal capacities
• The subject matter and detailed obligations
• Duration, renewal, and termination
• Penalty clauses and compensation mechanisms
Governing law and dispute resolution mechanism (the most important — and most often missed)
• Force majeure and changed-circumstances provisions

About to sign an important contract?

Don't sign before we review it — an hour of professional drafting now can save you years of disputes and losses later. Contact us today.