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Franchise and Licensing solutions designed specifically to markets in the UAE- Secure your brand, design your agreements and grow with the comfort of law behind you.
At Emirates Advocates we assist companies to boldly engage in Franchise and Licensing agreements that are compliant with the laws of the UAE. We assist in aspects such as drafting of contracts, services to protect against legal risks up to providing instructions on how to enter the market in a smooth manner and in compliance with the law. Whether you are giving brand rights or functioning under one, we ensure your interests are well taken care of.
Tailored legal solutions for your business growth.
Complete Agreement Drafting
We prepare multi-paged Franchise and Licensing agreements that specify rights and obligations, payment schedules, as well as business processes and prevent legal problems in the future.
UAE Law Compliance
All contracts are examined to comply with the UAE-specific regulations, such as the commercial code provisions, the policies of the Ministry of Economy, as well as the IP protection.
Brand Protection & Control
We assist you in retaining the control of brand usage between you and your partners so that the consistency of operations and quality assurance is maintained.
Licensing Clarity
We make sure that the Licensing Agreements into which you enter are transparent and restrict your liability without preventing profitable usage of the brand.
Dispute Handling & Prevention
We incorporate strategic provisions that help settle disputes as soon as possible, as well as fairly without exposing franchisors and licensees to time wasting or failure of a dispute.
Our legal team understands how critical it is to set clear, enforceable terms when entering a Franchise and Licensing relationship. As a franchisor entering the UAE or a licensee acquiring commercial rights, Emirates Advocates makes sure that the collaboration is legal and efficient to achieve long-term success.
The variation between franchising and licensing is in control and business models. The operations of franchising are strict and under licensing, the use of the product or brand is more flexible. We help clients choose the right structure and ensure legal safety either way.
When comparing licensing franchising, we provide guidance on revenue-sharing, territorial rights, and brand control, tailored to UAE commercial law standards.
We develop strong Licensing Agreements that protect your IP, prevent misuse, and clarify royalty obligations. Each clause is drafted to match your commercial goals.
A good Franchise contract includes terms related to royalties, branding, and operations and termination- and safeguards franchisor as well as franchisee.
Legal missteps in licensing can be costly. Watch for these issues:
Vague Territory Clauses
Leads to confusion about regional exclusivity.
Missing IP Terms
Causes misuse of your brand name or product.
No Exit Strategy
Traps both parties in an unworkable agreement.
Unclear Royalty Terms
Can lead to underpayment or disputes later.
No Performance Clauses
Leaves you unable to act on underperformance.
Over control Issues
could reclassify your agreement under UAE labor laws.
Inadequate Training Terms
Weakens franchise brand consistency.
We offer strategic legal guidance from drafting through enforcement, helping you manage brand rights and maintain legal protection across all agreements.
With deep UAE market experience, we know how to structure and protect your Franchise and Licensing model so your brand expands legally and successfully.
Contract Drafting & Review
We prepare airtight Licensing Agreements and Franchise agreement structures that meet UAE regulations and commercial needs.
Compliance & Filing
We manage registration with relevant UAE authorities, including the Ministry of Economy.
IP & Brand Protection
We ensure your brand, logos, and know-how are properly licensed or franchised without risk of misuse.
Dispute Resolution
We structure contracts with arbitration and litigation pathways that favor swift resolution.
Tailored Structuring Advice
We help you choose between franchising and licensing based on your product, brand, and regional goals
Contact Emirates Advocates today to structure your Franchise and Licensing model with expert legal protection.