Trademark licensing and IP agreements in the UAE
We draft and review the agreements that let others use your brand or that bring a brand to you, and record them where the law requires, so your rights stay protected.
- LicencesTrademark and franchise use
- AssignmentsTransfer of ownership, with recordal
- Co-existenceAgreements between similar marks
- BilingualArabic and English drafting
THE PROCESS
From terms to a recorded agreement
Brief
We understand the deal: who, what, where, how long and on what terms.
Draft or review
We draft the agreement, or review the other side’s draft and mark the risks.
Negotiation
We support you on the points that matter: quality control, territory, term and termination.
Signature
We prepare the version for signature, with notarisation or legalisation where needed.
Recordal
We record the licence or assignment with the Ministry so it has effect against others.
WHAT WE HANDLE
Agreement services
- Trademark licence agreements
- Assignments of trademarks, designs and patents
- Franchise and distribution clauses on IP
- Co-existence and settlement agreements
- Recordal of licences and assignments with the Ministry
WORKING TOGETHER
What we need and what is included
What we need from you
- The parties and the marks or rights concerned
- The main commercial terms agreed
- Any draft received from the other party
- Trade licences or company documents of the parties
- Your deadline
Quoted separately when needed
- Official recordal fees
- Notarisation and legalisation
- Translation of long annexes
- Tax and corporate advice outside IP
FAQ
Questions about licensing
Does a trademark licence need to be recorded?
Recording the licence with the Ministry gives it effect against third parties. We advise recording every licence of a registered UAE mark.
Can I assign a mark for some goods only?
A partial assignment can be possible in some cases. We check the specification and advise on the safest structure.
What is a co-existence agreement?
An agreement between owners of similar marks that sets how each will use its mark, often used to settle oppositions or disputes.
Do you draft in Arabic?
Yes. We prepare Arabic, English or bilingual versions, as required for signature and recordal.
REQUEST A QUOTATION
Tell us about the agreement
Tell us what you need drafted, reviewed or recorded. We will send an itemised quotation, usually within one business day.