The surge in commercial activity in the Middle East and particularly in Dubai has created an increased demand for proficiency and experience in documenting transactions between the parties. With its easily nagivated maritime system, ports and free zones the UAE has become a hub for traders of a vast selection of goods. Our commercial team has responded to this demand and is specialised in drafting and negotiating supply, distribution, agency and sale of goods agreements for both established and developing businesses alike.

Our clients trade in a diverse range of markets including plant and machinery, automotive, luxury goods, FMCG products, clothing and textiles, cosmetics / skincare and perfumes, IT and computer software.

Services

The law of commercial agencies in the UAE is unique in its protection and our team of commercial lawyers provide the following assistance including:

• Advise on the most appropriate form of protection in the UAE
• Advice to foreign parties on the applicability and enforceability of the UAE agency and commercial laws
• Local advice to suppliers in order to preserve their intellectual property and commercial interests
• Advice to local agents and distributors on the implications of distributing in the UAE and how to protect the goodwill generated

We offer particular expertise in relation to acquisition of rights, transactions involving licensing and transfer of technology, technology joint ventures, research and development, supply and distribution agreements, and dispute resolution. We also advise clients on legal issues relating to the introduction of products to the market, such as branding, product information, leaflets and advertising.

Our Experts

 

Eliane Nassour

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Position:	Senior Counsel, Dubai
Contact:	eliane.nassour@habibalmulla.com
Admitted:	1998, Beirut Bar Association
Education:	LLB, La Sagesse University, Lebanon, 1997
Language(s):	English, Arabic, French
Expertise:	Commercial Corporate Structuring & Restructuring Employment Law Intellectual Property/Franchising Mergers & Acquisitions Supply & Distribution
Practice & Experience:	Eliane has more than 14 years‘ experience in corporate and commercial law in the Middle East and a sound understanding of UAE laws.  She is experienced in mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, reorganisation and joint ventures. Eliane also advises on company formation as well as all associated commercial contracts and associated compliance with UAE laws and regulations. She is also experienced in commercial agencies law and employment law. Eliane also specialises in legislative drafting and regulatory matters and has reviewed, drafted and commented upon existing UAE laws and proposed amendments at a Federal and Emirate level.  Eliane holds an LLB from La Sagesse University in Lebanon and is admitted to the Beirut Bar Association. She is fluent in English, Arabic and French.