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From corporate deals to family disputes, criminal defense to real estate – we've mastered every legal challenge. Don't wait, connect with our expert legal team and secure your victory today.
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How we think
How UAE Tax Losses Work in Corporate Groups
UAE Withholding Tax on Cross-Border Payments
About Us
Built on sharp legal thinking, efficient execution, and deep understanding of client priorities.
We work closely with our clients to anticipate their legal needs and proactively protect their interests with advice and professional representation.
Our team embraces the highest standards of communication to deeply understand our clients' unique situations and is always committed to achieving the best possible resolution in the most efficient manner.
Practice Areas
Attorneys
From corporate and real estate to family and criminal matters, our 25+ team operates across 12 practice areas, combining courtroom skill and deal experience to help clients move with confidence across the region.
Pierre Kayrouz
Chief Legal Officer
Maria Valeyeva
Chief Compliance Officer
Georges Touma
Head Litigator
Lathamani Chandrashekar
Senior Corporate Counsel
Arka Navle
Corporate Counsel
Nashita Nazneen
Junior Corporate Counsel
Mark Engelman
Intellectual Property Barrister
Rita Semaan
Legal Consultant
Carlos Rahme
Senior Legal Consultant
Souhad Al Ghorayeb
Senior Legal Consultant
Sandy Geagea
Legal Consultant
Saeed Gaber
Legal Research Analyst
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Muhammed Ali Charif
Junior Legal Counsel
Jenifer Abu Nasr
Paralegal
Patricia Abi Mansour
Business Development Manager
Pierre Kayrouz
Chief Legal Officer
Maria Valeyeva
Chief Compliance Officer
Georges Touma
Head Litigator
Lathamani Chandrashekar
Senior Corporate Counsel
Arka Navle
Corporate Counsel
Nashita Nazneen
Junior Corporate Counsel
Mark Engelman
Intellectual Property Barrister
Rita Semaan
Legal Consultant
Carlos Rahme
Senior Legal Consultant
Souhad Al Ghorayeb
Senior Legal Consultant
Sandy Geagea
Legal Consultant
Saeed Gaber
Legal Research Analyst
Muhammed Ali Charif
Junior Legal Counsel
Jenifer Abu Nasr
Paralegal
Patricia Abi Mansour
Business Development Manager
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How UAE Tax Losses Work in Corporate Groups
A practical guide to Articles 37, 38, 39, 40, 26, and 27 of the UAE Corporate Tax Law, covering loss carry-forward mechanics, the 75% utilisation cap, ownership and business continuity conditions, loss transfer between group companies, tax grouping at 95% ownership, qualifying group relief, business restructuring relief, and the interaction between these provisions and QFZP status.
UAE Withholding Tax on Cross-Border Payments
A practical analysis of the UAE's 0% withholding tax regime under Article 45 of the Corporate Tax Law, covering outbound payments (UAE to foreign recipients), inbound payments (foreign sources to UAE companies), the role of the 140+ double tax treaty network, tax residency certificate requirements, and the compliance documentation needed to secure treaty benefits from foreign tax authoritie
Our Offices
Dubai, UAE
Address: Business Bay, Empire Heights, block B, office 1604
PO Box: 415048
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 9am-5pm
Fri: 9am-12pm
Tel.: +971 (4) 876 1744
Email: [email protected]
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Address: Electra Street, Al Mazrooei building, 9th floor, office 903
PO Box: 62829
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 9am-5pm
Fri: 9am-12pm
Tel.: +971 (4) 876 1744
Email: [email protected]
Beirut, Lebanon
Address: Miziara Centre, above Sea Sweet, Block C, 4th floor
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 9am-5pm
Fri: 9am-12pm
Email: [email protected]