Corporate & Commercial
A clear legal perspective on the decisions that shape your business — from the first agreement to your next transaction.
Explore practiceBelgium · en-BE
Legal counsel in Dubai
for clients from Belgium.
From Antwerp’s diamond traders to logistics, food and engineering companies, Belgian businesses have strong links with Dubai, one of the world’s major trading centres. We help clients put robust agreements behind trade relationships between the two hubs.
Belgian clients · Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, Liège
Your plans in Dubai. A clear way forward.
Rahman & Company is a Dubai-based law firm. We work with clients from Belgium who want commercially focused, plain-spoken legal counsel for decisions in the UAE, whether you are already here or planning your first step from abroad.
Every conversation starts with your objectives, the people and businesses involved and your timing. The appropriate scope of support is discussed and agreed before any engagement begins.
Questions we often discuss with clients from Belgium
- Diamond, gemstone and precious goods trading arrangements
- Logistics, ports and supply chain contracts
- Food and consumer product distribution
- Payment, financing and trade disputes
Relevant expertise
Where we can help.
Explore all practicesDispute Resolution
Practical support when business relationships become complex, with your commercial objectives at the centre of the discussion.
Explore practiceBanking & Finance
Commercially focused support for financing discussions, transaction documentation and financial relationships.
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All international pagesEgyptUAE companies, contracts, disputes, banking and property for Egyptian clients, in Arabic.en-EGSaudi ArabiaRegional structures, joint ventures, arbitration and property for Saudi groups and families.en-SAIndiaUAE companies, NRI property, employment and succession, with an office in Kerala.en-INPakistanPartnerships, trade, property and employment matters for overseas Pakistanis.en-PKUnited KingdomEnglish-law contracts, DIFC and onshore disputes, relocation and UAE wills.en-GBUnited StatesMarket entry, technology, distribution and compliance for US companies.en-USQatarUAE entities, construction disputes and property for Qatari investors and companies.en-QAOmanCross-border trade, distribution and family businesses across the Oman–UAE border.en-OM
Frequently asked questions
Before we begin.
We trade diamonds between Antwerp and Dubai. What should our agreements cover?
Typical points include title, delivery, consignment terms, payment, insurance and documentation. Trading in precious goods also involves compliance checks, so prepare for those early.
A UAE buyer has not paid for goods we delivered. What can we do?
Start by gathering the contract, invoices, delivery evidence and correspondence. We can then discuss proportionate options, from a structured demand to negotiation or formal proceedings.
Can I start the conversation from Belgium?
Yes. Use the enquiry form to introduce yourself, the people or businesses involved and what you want to achieve, wherever you are in Belgium or the UAE. Keep it brief and avoid confidential documents until an engagement is agreed. An enquiry does not create a lawyer-client relationship.
Do you advise on the law of Belgium?
Our practice is based in Dubai. Where your matter also involves the law of Belgium, we will say so early and discuss coordinating with appropriately qualified advisers there.
Working together
A clear starting point.
01 / UNDERSTAND
Your priorities first.
Begin with your objectives, the background to your matter and any time-sensitive concerns.
02 / DEFINE
Agree the way forward.
Discuss the appropriate scope, relevant checks and engagement arrangements before work begins.
03 / PROGRESS
Focus on the next step.
Work through the agreed issues with a clear view of your commercial and personal priorities.
A conversation is a good place to start