Nawal Kaci

Nawal Kaci is a French-qualified corporate lawyer in Dubai, registered at the Paris Bar, who provides strategic legal guidance to entrepreneurs, start-ups, multinational companies, and foreign investors in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Her expertise covers company formation in Dubai, employment law, corporate tax compliance, and international business contracts.

Fluent in French and English, and with a deep understanding of the UAE legal environment, she assists clients at every stage of their development, from business setup and structuring to commercial litigation and regulatory matters. Whether you are launching a new venture or expanding your international operations, Nawal ensures your legal framework is secure, compliant, and optimized for growth.

Her dual legal culture allows her to bridge the gap between European legal expectations and the business reality in the Gulf, making her a trusted partner for foreign companies entering the region.

Nawal has a degree in business and insurance law.

She obtained a Master’s 1 in business law from Paris Nanterre University, followed by a Master’s 2 in insurance law from Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne University.
Keen to further develop her skills, she also completed a specialization in business law at the Paris Bar Training School (EFB).

These courses have enabled her to acquire solid legal expertise, combining in-depth knowledge of business law with a mastery of issues related to insurance law, both in France and internationally.

Before joining AGN Legal Partners in Dubai, Nawal practiced at several renowned law firms in Paris, where she specialized in international litigation, contractual disputes, and cross-border legal issues.

She then moved to the United Arab Emirates to take up the position of legal director for a large group, overseeing operations in Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Jordan.

This regional experience makes her a valuable legal advisor for companies operating in the Gulf.

Company formation and structuring in Dubai

• Business formation in Dubai, including in free zones and on the mainland
• Drafting of articles of association, shareholder agreements, and joint venture agreements
• Legal assistance with the registration of foreign companies in the United Arab Emirates
• Advice on ownership structures, franchise agreements, and partnership agreements
• Coordination with business consultants and government entities

Labor and employment law in the United Arab Emirates

• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts (fixed-term or permanent)
• Legal compliance with UAE labor law, including working hours, annual leave, resignation, and dismissal
• Advice on rights during probationary periods, maternity leave, and wage disputes
• Representation of employers in labor disputes and litigation before labor courts
• Advice on immigration rules and work permits for foreign workers

Real estate law in Dubai

• Legal assistance for the acquisition and transfer of real estate in Dubai
• Due diligence for real estate investments in the United Arab Emirates
• Tax structuring and compliance for expatriates purchasing real estate
• Resolution of disputes relating to co-ownership or real estate inheritance
• Collaboration with lawyers specializing in real estate law in Dubai for comprehensive legal protection

Commercial law and contract law

• Negotiation and drafting of international contracts (supply, distribution, services, consulting, etc.)
• Legal risk analysis and contract compliance
• Legal audits and dispute prevention in commercial relationships
• Assistance in commercial disputes and international arbitration in Dubai

Corporate taxation and regulatory compliance

• Legal advice on the implementation of corporate tax and VAT in the United Arab Emirates
• Assistance with corporate tax registration and regulatory filings
• Advice on tax strategies for foreign companies and subsidiaries
• Legal coordination with tax advisors in Dubai

Intellectual property and franchising

• Trademark protection through trademark registration in the United Arab Emirates
• Licensing and distribution agreements
• Legal assistance for franchise development in the Gulf region

Immigration & residence permits

• Work visas, residence visas, and residence cards in Dubai
• UAE work permits for expatriates and foreign employees
• Renewal and regularization of residence permits