Sadsad Tamesis Legal & Accountacy Firm
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Strategically located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, the United Arab Emirates has emerged as a leading global hub for trade, finance, and investment. Supported by a stable political environment, modern infrastructure, and a business-friendly regulatory framework, the UAE continues to attract multinational corporations, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking access to regional and international markets.
Home to globally recognized commercial centres such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the UAE offers a dynamic platform for international business and capital flows. Its pro-business policies, sophisticated financial ecosystem, and expanding network of trade and investment partnerships make it an attractive jurisdiction for regional headquarters, investment platforms, and cross-border operations across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia.
Doing Business in the UAE
- 0% personal income tax and historically low corporate taxation environment
- Federal corporate tax of 9% on business profits exceeding AED 375,000, among the lowest globally
- 0% corporate tax in many Free Zones for qualifying income under approved business activities
- Access to over 40 multidisciplinary Free Zones offering 100% foreign ownership and full profit repatriation
- Strategic geographic location connecting Europe, Asia, and Africa within an eight-hour flight radius
- Major global aviation and logistics hubs including Dubai International Airport and Jebel Ali Port
- One of the Middle East’s leading financial centres with international financial zones such as Dubai International Financial Centre and Abu Dhabi Global Market
- Modern legal and regulatory framework aligned with international commercial standards
- No foreign exchange controls and full repatriation of capital and profits
- Extensive network of Double Taxation Agreements with over 130 jurisdictions
- Strong government support for foreign investment and economic diversification initiatives
- High-quality infrastructure, modern urban development, and a globally connected business environment
Our Services
Discover our comprehensive legal services designed to meet your local and cross-border needs.
Company Formation
Forming a business is challenging, whether you intend to form start-up company or an expanding one. It is vital to have a reliable partner who can guide you on how best you can establish your business.
Here at STLAF, we do not only consider the legal aspect of putting up a business but also take into account financial, operational, and other business consideration aspects to provide sustainable, practical, and legal solutions. Our services include end-to-end business registration services, from incorporation and processing of special permits to tax planning, as well as expert advise on cross-border expansion, minimizing friction costs and structuring multinational corporations.
Immigration and Relocation Services
A critical consideration for companies expanding into a new market is ensuring that key personnel have the right support – from visas and permits, to suitable accommodation.
STLAF leverages long-standing relationships with real estate, relocation, and immigration partners to provide end-to-end mobility solutions. We assist with visa applications, work and residence permits, and sourcing housing for senior executives and their families, helping companies and employees transition smoothly and efficiently.
Merger and Acquisition
Mergers and acquisitions require comprehensive planning involving both legal and practical considerations in navigating complex local and cross-border transactions. Our lawyers combine in-depth knowledge of domestic and international business regulations with commercial insight to help clients structure deals that align with their long-term objectives. From due diligence and regulatory compliance to negotiation and post-acquisition integration, we provide seamless, end-to-end legal support that bridges multiple jurisdictions. Our M&A practice is design to mitigate risks, minimize tax exposures, and maximize business opportunities.
Cross-Border Arbitration
Cross-border transactions carry inherent legal and enforcement risks—requiring a trusted legal partner to structure protective mechanisms that safeguard your interests and ensure effective dispute resolution and claim enforcement across jurisdictions.
STLAF represents clients in international commercial disputes involving construction, infrastructure, energy, joint ventures, and cross-border transactions. We render services in institutional and ad hoc arbitrations, including proceedings under SIAC, HKIAC, ICC, and UNCITRAL Rules. Likewise, we partner and work closely with foreign counsel and technical experts to deliver focused, strategy-driven advocacy—from pre-dispute advisory and contract drafting to award enforcement across jurisdictions.
Maritime Law
Global shipping operations span multiple jurisdictions, regulatory regimes, and contractual frameworks—exposing shipowners, cargo interests, insurers, and logistics operators to complex legal and commercial risks. Effective maritime counsel is essential to navigate liability exposure, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution while protecting operational and financial interests.
STLAF advises and represents clients in a range of maritime matters, including labor concerns, collission and maritime accidents, maritime contracts (inclusing ship sale, financing, mortgage), and ship registrations. Our firm also handles multi-modal transportation concerns such freight forwarding, coordination with warehouse operators, terminal operators, and non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCCs). We assist clients in litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings, and work closely with foreign counsel and industry experts to deliver solutions, ranging from contract structuring and risk management to dispute resolution and enforcement.
We Look At The Law Differently