Asif Rashid Abdul

Advised a multinational corporation on restructuring its Middle East operations to ensure compliance with UAE corporate laws and optimize tax efficiency.

Negotiated and drafted a joint venture agreement between a UAE-based company and a European partner, facilitating a $150 million infrastructure project.

Assisted a leading retail chain in the UAE with the legal aspects of franchising operations across GCC countries, including compliance and contract management.

Developed comprehensive data protection policies for a fintech startup to comply with UAE data privacy regulations and GDPR requirements.

Conducted a data privacy impact assessment for an international e-commerce platform operating in the UAE, identifying compliance gaps and recommending remedial actions.

Provided training to a UAE healthcare provider on patient data confidentiality and best practices in line with local and international data protection laws.

Guided a blockchain-based payment solutions company through the regulatory approval process in the ADGM, ensuring adherence to financial regulations.

Assisted a peer-to-peer lending platform in structuring its operations to comply with UAE financial laws and secure necessary licenses.

Advised an international fintech firm on entering the UAE market, including legal compliance, partnership agreements, and intellectual property protection.

Negotiated a software development and licensing agreement for a UAE tech company expanding its services in the MENA region.

Assisted a government agency in procuring IT services, ensuring contract terms met public sector procurement standards and compliance requirements.

Provided legal counsel to a startup on the deployment of an AI-driven platform, addressing issues related to liability, data usage, and regulatory compliance.

Advised a venture capital firm on a $50 million investment in a UAE-based health tech startup, including due diligence and shareholder agreements.

Structured a private equity fund’s acquisition of a significant stake in a regional logistics company, ensuring compliance with UAE investment laws.

Assisted an angel investor in negotiating terms for seed funding in a fintech startup, focusing on equity distribution and exit strategies.

Guided a tech startup through the legal processes of establishing operations in a UAE free zone, including company formation and licensing.

Developed employee stock option plans (ESOP) for a startup to attract and retain talent while ensuring compliance with local labor laws.

Advised a startup incubator on structuring its agreements with resident companies, focusing on intellectual property rights and investment terms.