
Al Tamimi & Company advises on the full range of corporate and commercial arrangements, with particular expertise in distribution, franchising, and agency structures. The team is noted for its strong grasp of UAE regulatory frameworks and agency laws, assisting clients in structuring, negotiating and implementing commercial agreements that align with local legislation. Andrew Tarbuck leads the group. Willem Steenkamp ‘has an outstanding experience in dealing with complex commercial contracts and agency related matters in the region’ and is the chief lead on the team’s matters.
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- ‘Business oriented mindset. To the point legal advice. Deep understanding of the business. Timely feedback .'
- ‘The team is very professional, experienced with excellent knowledge of our industry.'
- ‘Willem Steenkamp is super responsive, supportive and has an outstanding experience in dealing with complex commercial contracts and agency related matters in the region.'
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Practice head
Andrew Tarbuck
Other key lawyers
Willem Steenkamp; Yanal Abu Failat; Michael Eybers
