Q: Hi, I and my friend agreed to start a business and be partners. As I'm working in a government organization, (and also my wife), we don't want our names in the trade license. Is there any way of being a partner without our names in a trade license?

Q: Can a free zone establishment (sole proprietorship), which has its office/headquarter located only in the free zone, do services via a specialized/professional vehicle in mainland Dubai? (Like grooming pets in a professional vehicle and recommending accessories so the customer can buy)

Q: I set up a company through a business set up firm and paid them in full per their quoted fee. It is a sole ownership company under my name. I requested documents like the local sponsor's copy of passport, letter of undertaking, etc so our office can process employees' employment visas without the need to approach them as they charge a hefty amount for every visa processed. The local sponsor doesn't want to coordinate or help me with all these requirements. What should I do? Can I also sue them so I can claim back the amount paid and look for another sponsor?

Q: I want to start new lottery business. What are the legal steps to start?

Q: I'd like to operate a business model which involves an element of chance (or lottery/raffle draw). What license will I need besides the standard trading license? We operate a Mainland company (retail store) in the UAE for over 30+ years. Due to multiple factors affecting business volume and margins, I have ideated a strategy relevant to cater to the current marketplace sentiment offering an exceptional value proposition to retail customers as well as to retail merchants.

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, What are the legal provisions for an ex-pat in the UAE to start a one-person company (LLC business) without a local sponsor or agent?

Q: Hello, What are the key differences between a Limited Liability Company (LLC) and a Sole Proprietorship in the UAE?

The provisions of this Law apply to the commercial companies established in the UAE and the foreign companies that have established in the UAE a base to conduct any activity therein or established a branch or representative office. The Law abrogates Federal Law No. (8) of 1984 Concerning Commercial Companies.