Contracts & Agreements in Dubai.

Commercial Contracts and Agreements in Dubai

Commercial success depends on having clear, enforceable contracts that accurately reflect the deal agreed between the parties. In the UAE, contracts are governed by Federal Civil Code No. 5 of 1985 and Federal Commercial Transactions Law No. 18 of 1993 (for commercial transactions), supplemented by sector-specific regulations and, for DIFC-based transactions, English common law principles. Al Safar & Partners provides full-service commercial contracts support — drafting, reviewing, negotiating and advising on the enforcement of all types of commercial agreements.

Commercial Agreements We Handle

• Distribution and Agency Agreements: The UAE Commercial Agencies Law provides special protections for registered commercial agents — protections that can create significant liability for foreign principals. We advise on structuring distribution arrangements to balance commercial flexibility with legal compliance.
• Supply and Procurement Contracts: Drafting and negotiating supply agreements, framework purchase agreements, service-level agreements and long-term supply arrangements with appropriate performance obligations, warranties and remedies.
• Joint Venture Agreements: Structuring and documenting joint ventures — whether incorporated JVs, contractual JVs or consortium arrangements — with clear governance, contribution, profit-sharing and exit provisions.
• Technology and Software Agreements: Technology development agreements, software licensing, SaaS contracts, data processing agreements and cloud service terms — incorporating appropriate IP ownership, data protection and liability provisions.
• Franchise Agreements: Drafting and reviewing franchise documentation under the UAE's Commercial Franchise Law, which imposes specific mandatory terms and registration requirements.
• Real Estate Commercial Agreements: Commercial leases, property management agreements, development management agreements and construction contracts.

Contract Disputes and Enforcement

When contractual relationships break down, we pursue resolution through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or court proceedings — whichever is most appropriate for the specific dispute and contract. We have extensive experience in construction disputes, supply contract breaches, distribution agreement terminations and franchise disputes across all UAE courts and arbitration institutions.