Joe Mathew

Indicative Experience
Advised a leading UAE-based corporation on corporate restructuring, ensuring compliance with both mainland and free zone regulations to optimize operational efficiency.
Assisted a multinational company in establishing a joint venture in the UAE, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements to align with local legal frameworks.
Provided legal counsel to a startup in the technology sector, facilitating the drafting of vendor and partnership agreements to support business growth.
Guided a financial services firm through the complexities of UAE regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) laws.
Assisted a healthcare provider in navigating the regulatory landscape, ensuring compliance with the UAE’s health authority standards and obtaining necessary licenses.
Advised an international logistics company on customs regulations and trade compliance, facilitating smooth operations within the UAE.
Supported a regional bank in the development of new financial products, ensuring compliance with UAE Central Bank regulations and Sharia law principles.
Assisted a corporate client in securing financing for a major infrastructure project, negotiating loan agreements and advising on security documentation.
Provided legal support to a fintech startup, ensuring regulatory compliance in the launch of an innovative digital payment platform in the UAE.
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Expertise
Mr. Joe Mathew is an accomplished legal professional with four years of work experience across India and the UAE. He has significant experience working as an In-House Counsel for a leading company in India, where he collaborated closely with product teams, gaining valuable insights into the operational challenges faced by businesses. He has also worked with vendors and agents on business partnerships and arrangements, which enhanced his ability to navigate complex legal landscapes.
At ABS Partners, Mr. Mathew specializes in regulatory and compliance matters, focusing on both UAE mainland and free zone regulations. His core expertise lies in corporate restructuring and estate management, where he has provided strategic guidance to prominent companies in the UAE. By aligning legal frameworks with commercial objectives, he has helped clients develop robust structuring, compliance, and wealth management strategies.
With his deep knowledge of regulatory matters and strategic insight into corporate structuring, Mr. Mathew is a trusted advisor for clients seeking to optimize their business operations and achieve long-term success in the UAE’s dynamic and evolving business environment.