TME Legal
International Legal Advice in Dubai
Your law firm for international law in Dubai. Competent legal advice for cross-border matters.
In a globally networked economy, companies, family offices, investors and private individuals are increasingly confronted with complex, cross-border legal issues. International business relations, investments and transactions require not only an understanding of the local legal situation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), but also in-depth knowledge of international legal systems.
As an international law firm in Dubai, TME Legal supports clients in all matters of international business law – from the drafting of legally sound contracts to the regulation of cross-border transactions and representation in international litigation. Our experienced lawyers combine comprehensive expertise in local legislation with years of experience in various jurisdictions worldwide. In this way, our clients receive tailor-made solutions that optimally protect their interests and secure their projects internationally.
Our Consulting Services in International Law in Dubai
International corporate structuring
We advise on the planning, structuring and implementation of international corporate strategies, taking into account economic, tax and legal requirements worldwide:
- Establishment and administration of foreign companies
- Advice on corporate and tax structuring
- Analysis and comparison of international legal and tax regulations
- Support for international real estate and leasing projects
- Advice and support in the establishment of foreign branches and subsidiaries
International contract drafting
We draft and review legally sound contracts for international business relationships to prevent legal disputes and optimally safeguard economic goals:
- Drafting and review of international purchase, supply and service agreements
- Contract drafting according to UN Sales Law (CISG) and INCOTERMS
- Development and adaptation of internationally applicable General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
- Preparation and negotiation of international license agreements
- Review and creation of international non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
- Ensuring compliance with international contract standards
Cross-border M&A transactions
We support you in company acquisitions, mergers, joint ventures and strategic investments across national borders – from due diligence to successful completion:
- Legal support for international M&A transactions
- Structuring and design of joint ventures and cooperations
- Labor law advice on employee secondments and international personnel structures
International regulation
International business activities are subject to a variety of regulatory requirements. We ensure compliance in various jurisdictions:
- Advice on international agreements and trade practices
- Implementation of industry-specific regulatory requirements
- Review of antitrust and competition law conformity in target markets
Legal and jurisdictional agreements
A strategically chosen legal system and jurisdiction clause can reduce the risk of lengthy disputes. We offer comprehensive advice on:
- Creation and review of international jurisdiction agreements
- Selection and application of the applicable law in international contracts
- Development of arbitration and mediation clauses
Enforcement of international judgments and arbitration awards
We represent our clients both in and out of court with regard to the enforcement of claims and rights across national borders. Our range of services focuses on:
- Representation in international arbitration proceedings (ICC, LCIA, AAA)
- Enforcement of international arbitration awards and court judgments
- Representation in trade conflicts and investment disputes worldwide
- Strategic negotiation and mediation to resolve international trade disputes
- Advice on the selection of suitable places of arbitration and rules of arbitration
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Frequently asked questions about
international law
What tasks does a lawyer in international law perform?
A lawyer working in international law advises and represents clients in complex legal matters that are affected by several legal systems simultaneously. This includes in particular the drafting, review and negotiation of international contracts, litigation and representation in cross-border court and arbitration proceedings, as well as advice in areas such as international family, inheritance and commercial law. The aim of this activity is always to create clear legal frameworks, minimize risks and enforce the client’s interests at an international level.
What does international law include?
The term international law refers to all legal norms that regulate international facts and legal relationships. It is essentially divided into two main areas:
- International law standardizes the legal relations between states, international organizations and other subjects of international law.
Private International Law (PIL) determines which national legal system is to be applied to a matter with foreign involvement and which court has international jurisdiction.
What are some examples of international law?
International law comprises a variety of legal areas that have an impact beyond the borders of individual states. Examples include:
- Kyoto Protocol
A legally binding treaty under international law that provides for concrete reduction targets for greenhouse gas emissions by the contracting states in order to curb global climate change. In particular, it obliges industrialized countries to take measurable, verifiable and binding reduction measures. - Charter of the United Nations (UN Charter)
The constitutive founding treaty of the United Nations, which lays down the fundamental goals and principles of the organization, defines the institutional structure and regulates the responsibilities of its bodies.
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