We prepare commercial contracts that define the parties, scope and governing law. Our drafters include comprehensive terms covering payment, delivery, confidentiality, intellectual property and termination. We ensure compliance with DIFC regulations such as financial rules, data protection and anti‑money‑laundering requirements, and incorporate dispute‑resolution clauses and force‑majeure provisions tailored to your transaction.
Our services extend beyond initial drafting. We advise on negotiation strategies, ensuring that your commercial objectives are reflected in the final agreement. We prepare standard form contracts that can be used across multiple transactions and review and refine contracts prepared by counterparties. We draft and negotiate schedules, service level agreements, performance milestones and payment triggers to provide a clear roadmap for performance. For technology and IP‑driven contracts, we ensure that intellectual property rights are clearly defined, licensed or transferred as appropriate, and that confidentiality obligations protect trade secrets. We also incorporate data protection clauses that comply with DIFC Data Protection Law and international regulations where personal data crosses borders. For regulated industries, such as finance and healthcare, we ensure compliance with sector‑specific laws and regulatory guidance. When amendments are required during the lifecycle of a contract, we draft variation agreements and consents, and we prepare termination notices and settlement agreements when relationships end.
Expertly drafted contracts reduce ambiguity, mitigate risks and enhance commercial certainty. They reassure investors and lenders that agreements are enforceable, making it easier to secure financing and resolve disputes efficiently when they arise.
Clients gain confidence when their contracts reflect clearly defined obligations, timeframes and remedies. Detailed terms prevent misunderstandings and reduce the potential for costly disputes. Our contracts allocate risk through appropriate indemnities and limitations of liability, giving parties certainty about exposure in worst‑case scenarios. Inclusion of choice‑of‑law and jurisdiction clauses helps avoid litigation over forum and ensures that disputes are heard by a trusted court or tribunal. By addressing data protection, anti‑money‑laundering and sanctions compliance upfront, we help clients avoid regulatory breaches that could nullify contracts or attract penalties. Comprehensive contracts also facilitate internal processes: finance teams can track payment milestones, operations teams know what deliverables are required, and managers have clear escalation procedures. Overall, a robust contract is a tool for governance, risk management and business planning.
Our lawyers are fluent in the DIFC’s hybrid common‑law system and keep abreast of regulatory updates . We take the time to understand your business objectives and craft bespoke agreements that support long‑term growth.
We have acted for clients across sectors including finance, real estate, technology, hospitality, retail and healthcare. Our team has drafted and negotiated hundreds of contracts within the DIFC, including complex multi‑party agreements and cross‑jurisdiction frameworks. We have a deep understanding of English contract law principles, which underpin the DIFC legal system, and we stay current on DIFC Court decisions to ensure our drafting aligns with judicial interpretation. We use plain, concise language to make contracts accessible to non‑lawyers while still meeting technical requirements. Clients value our ability to spot issues before they arise, our responsiveness to changing circumstances and our commitment to building long‑term relationships. Because the DIFC environment evolves rapidly, we monitor regulatory updates and proactively recommend contract amendments when necessary.