Financing and fundraising advisory
Legal advisory on venture capital rounds, convertible instruments, debt financing, and token sales — structuring fundraising to protect founders and attract investment in the UAE and internationally.
What our clients face
Raising capital for your business
You are raising capital or seeking financing for your business in the UAE — whether through venture funding, debt instruments, or other fundraising mechanisms — and need legal guidance to structure the process correctly and protect your interests.
Our approach
Venture capital
Seed through Series C, covering term sheets, investment agreements, and shareholders' agreements.
Convertible instruments
SAFE notes, convertible notes, and other bridge financing structures.
Debt financing
Venture debt, revenue-based financing, and loan facility documentation.
Token sales
Regulated token offerings where applicable, with securities law compliance for the relevant jurisdiction.
Corporate and IP readiness
Ensuring your entity, cap table, and intellectual property are positioned to attract and protect investment.
Cross-border structuring
Working across ADGM, DIFC, mainland UAE, and international jurisdictions to optimize deal structure and minimize tax exposure.
Stages of work
Investment readiness audit
Assess your corporate structure, cap table, IP ownership, and regulatory position; handle any restructuring needed before going to market.
Deal structuring
Advise on the right instrument for your stage and jurisdiction, covering valuation mechanics, liquidation preferences, anti-dilution provisions, and founder protection.
Documentation and negotiation
Prepare and negotiate the full document set: investment agreements, shareholders' agreements, convertible instrument terms, or token sale documentation with securities law compliance (SCA for mainland UAE, FSRA for ADGM, DFSA for DIFC).
Closing and post-investment support
Manage closing mechanics, fund flow, board composition, and reporting obligations across all jurisdictions involved.
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