At Alketbi Legal, we offer tailored legal counsel across the full spectrum of fund and asset management activities in the UAE and beyond. Our services are designed to help clients manage risk, remain compliant, and seize emerging opportunities in an increasingly dynamic regulatory environment.
Strategic Legal Support for Fund Managers & Investors
Our legal team advises fund sponsors, asset managers, institutional investors, and financial institutions on:
- Fund formation and structuring in onshore, offshore, and free zone jurisdictions
- Investment management agreements and regulatory licensing
- Mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures within the asset management sector
- Tax efficiency planning and cross-border compliance
- Navigating evolving frameworks, including ESG, sustainability mandates, and climate-related disclosure rules
Navigating Regulatory Change with Confidence
We stay ahead of global and regional regulatory trends, including changes introduced by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and international bodies, to provide clients with informed and forward-thinking legal solutions. Our experience also extends to advising on specialist and alternative funds, including private equity, venture capital, and Sharia-compliant structures.
Whether you’re launching a new fund, managing diverse portfolios, or seeking guidance on ESG-aligned investment strategies, Alketbi Legal delivers clear, commercially sound legal advice every step of the way.
FAQ’s
Funds and asset management legal advisory involves structuring, regulating, and ensuring compliance of investment funds and asset portfolios under applicable financial laws.
Legal support ensures compliance with UAE regulations (including DIFC and ADGM frameworks), reduces risks, and protects investor interests.
Alketbi Law assists with fund formation, regulatory approvals, governance setup, compliance frameworks, and ongoing legal advisory.
Asset management in the UAE is governed by regulations from authorities like the DFSA, FSRA (ADGM), and UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA).
Yes, legal experts support full structuring and licensing of funds within DIFC and ADGM financial free zones.
Common structures include private equity funds, hedge funds, real estate funds, and mutual investment vehicles.
Strong compliance reduces regulatory risk, enhances investor confidence, and ensures long-term fund stability.
Yes, foreign investors can establish funds in the UAE subject to regulatory approvals and compliance with local financial laws.
Due diligence helps assess legal, financial, and operational risks before investments are made or funds are launched.
Alketbi Law offers deep expertise in UAE financial regulations, strong regulatory knowledge, and end-to-end legal support for investment structures.
