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

Maria Valeyeva

Chief Compliance Officer
Georges Touma

Georges Touma

Head Litigator
Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi

Hanan Ahmed

Practicing Lawyer
Lathamani Chandrashekar

Lathamani Chandrashekar

Senior Corporate Counsel
Arka Navle

Arka Navle

Corporate Counsel
Nashita Nazneen

Nashita Nazneen

Junior Corporate Counsel
Professor Mark Engelman

Mark Engelman

Intellectual Property Barrister
Rita Semaan

Rita Semaan

Legal Consultant
Carlos Rahme

Carlos Rahme

Senior Legal Consultant
Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Senior Legal Consultant
Sandy Y. Geagea

Sandy Geagea

Legal Consultant
Saeed Gaber

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst
Muhammed Ali Charif

Muhammed Ali Charif

Junior Legal Counsel
Jenifer Abu Nasr

Jenifer Abu Nasr

Paralegal
Patricia Abi Mansour

Patricia Abi Mansour

Business Development Manager
Valakshmi Balasubramanian

Varalakshmi Balasubramanian

Operations Assistant
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