Legal counsel in Dubai for business across the UAE and Iraq
From company formation and licensing to tax, banking and real estate, our Dubai team gives clear, practical advice for operating in the UAE.
Your legal partner in the UAE
From our Dubai office, Etihad Law Firm advises clients on UAE legal and regulatory matters. We work with international investors, regional businesses and multinational companies as they set up, grow and operate in one of the region's most dynamic commercial markets.
Our advice combines a detailed knowledge of UAE federal law, free zone regulations and sector-specific licensing with a practical focus on results, tailored to the goals of each client.
Our services in the UAE
End-to-end legal support for businesses entering or expanding in the Dubai market.
Company formation
Choosing the right structure and setting up your entity on the mainland or in a free zone.
Tax advisory & compliance
Corporate tax and VAT registration, filings and ongoing compliance.
Corporate governance
Board structures, shareholder arrangements and management consulting.
Gaming & entertainment licensing
Guidance on licensing and regulatory approvals for gaming and entertainment businesses.
Environmental consultancy
Environmental requirements, permits and impact studies for projects.
Real estate
Property transactions, leasing and development projects.
Bank account opening
Corporate bank accounts and financial onboarding, from paperwork to approval.
Cross-border Iraq & UAE
Coordinated advice for businesses operating between Iraq and the UAE.
Iraqi and UAE expertise in one team
Whether you are setting up a new entity in Dubai, opening a corporate bank account or managing regulatory compliance, we give clear, commercially focused guidance at every stage.
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Two markets, one firm
A rare combination of Iraqi and UAE legal expertise, so clients working across both markets deal with a single team.
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Practical and commercial
Advice focused on what your business needs to do next, not on theory.
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Start to finish
Support from entity formation and licensing through to banking, tax and day-to-day compliance.
Sectors we serve
Ready to operate in the UAE?
From entity formation to bank account opening, we provide end-to-end legal support for businesses entering or expanding in the Dubai market.
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Our UAE practice is led by experienced lawyers who work closely with local authorities, regulators and international counterparts to deliver results at every stage.
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