Memorandum of understanding
Set out the heads of terms for a deal, binding or non-binding.
What it is
A memorandum of understanding recording the heads of terms of a deal or partnership, with a clear choice of which parts are binding.
Who it’s for: Parties early in a transaction who want alignment before investing in full contracts.
What’s included
- Heads of terms
- Binding/non-binding structure
- Exclusivity and confidentiality options
- One revision
Not included / limits
- Drafting the final transaction documents
- Court, government, translation and notary fees (paid separately at cost)
- Filing the document or attending hearings on your behalf, unless agreed separately
What we need from you
Upload these in your private case room after booking. Clear copies or photos are fine.
Full names and addresses of all parties (and trade licence for companies)
Summary of the deal: what, price/contribution, timeline
Key dates and conditions
Trade licence / commercial registration and the signatory’s authority
Country notes
United Arab Emirates
Court documents are prepared in Arabic. Each country (and in the UAE, each emirate or free-zone court) has its own forms, deadlines and filing portal; the lawyer adapts the document accordingly.
Documents in other languages may need a certified legal translation before they can be filed. Government, court, translation and notary fees are not included and are paid separately at cost.
How it works
- 1
Book the package and describe what you need
- 2
Upload the documents on the checklist in your case room
- 3
The lawyer reviews them and asks any clarifying questions
- 4
You receive the first draft by the delivery date
- 5
Send your comments; the lawyer revises within the included rounds
- 6
Receive the final version with guidance on signing, filing or sending
Delivery
First draft within 3 working days after all essential documents are received
Format
PDF and editable Word file, in Arabic (English copy on request)
Revisions
One round of revisions
Follow-up
Questions about the delivered document answered for 14 days
FAQs
Is an MOU legally binding?+
It can be, in whole or in part, depending on its wording. We make the intention explicit.
Can it be upgraded to a full contract later?+
Yes. The MOU becomes the base for the final agreement, available as a separate package.
What if I don’t have every document on the list?+
Upload what you have. The lawyer will tell you what is essential and what can be described instead; the delivery time starts once the essentials are received.
Are court or government fees included?+
No. The package covers the lawyer’s work only. Any court, government, translation or notary fees are paid separately at cost.
General information about the service, not legal advice. These details are being reviewed by our lead counsel.
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