At Kayrouz & Associates, Corporate and Commercial Law is at the heart of our legal expertise. Starting as a civil and commercial legal practice in Dubai, we have grown into a leading provider of legal services to global companies operating in the Middle East region as well as local businesses and entrepreneurs in the UAE.
We advise leading businesses on complex transactions, commercial contracts, and corporate governance for clear, strategic guidance at every stage of growth.


UAE companies must identify and register their ultimate beneficial owners under federal corporate transparency rules. This article explains the UBO definition, reporting obligations, and how the framework applies across mainland, free zone, and offshore entities.

Abu Dhabi’s upstream sector operates under concession agreements rather than production sharing contracts. This article explains how the concession system works, including fiscal terms, participating interests, and the legal framework governing international oil company participation.

The UAE National In-Country Value Program plays a central role in government and ADNOC procurement. This article explains who needs ICV certification, how the score is calculated, and how it affects tender evaluation for contractors and suppliers operating in the UAE energy sector.