Energy joint ventures

Energy ventures often demand collaboration. At Kayrouz & Associates, we help clients build joint ventures that align with regulatory standards, manage risk, and serve long-term commercial goals in the energy sector.

Practice Overview

Joint ventures are a common structure for executing large-scale energy projects, particularly in regulated markets like the UAE. Our lawyers work closely with energy developers, investors, and government stakeholders to structure partnerships that withstand legal scrutiny and deliver operational clarity.

We assist clients in selecting the appropriate corporate vehicle, negotiating key terms, and drafting shareholder and joint operating agreements. These documents cover governance, voting rights, profit-sharing, exit mechanisms, and dispute resolution—ensuring alignment from day one.

Given the complexity of energy projects, we also advise on regulatory approvals, local ownership requirements, anti-trust compliance, and government participation. Our team works across borders and sectors, often coordinating with international counsel and technical advisors to ensure cohesion between legal and operational strategies.

Our legal guidance extends throughout the venture's lifecycle—from formation and financing to governance changes, restructurings, and eventual dissolution or asset sale.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Structuring joint ventures and special purpose vehicles (SPVs)
  • Drafting and negotiating joint operating and shareholder agreements
  • Regulatory and competition compliance for JV formation
  • Advising on local participation and foreign investment laws
  • Dispute resolution planning and exit strategy support

Meet Our Team

Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
Pierre Kayrouz
Chief Legal Officer
Maria Valeyeva
Chief Compliance Officer
Georges Touma
Head Litigator
Hanan Ahmed
Practicing Lawyer
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
Varalakshmi Balasubramanian
Operations Assistant
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