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Corporate Succession Planning Dubai

Timeline: 2-4 weeks

Corporate succession planning ensures that a UAE-based entrepreneur’s shares and business interests transfer smoothly to designated beneficiaries upon their passing. Without proper planning, business continuity can be disrupted and assets may face prolonged probate processes.

SRAG Wills prepares tailored succession structures that align your will with UAE corporate law, DIFC probate rules, and shareholder agreements to protect both your family and your business.

Common Use Cases

Situations where corporate succession planning helps UAE business owners protect continuity.

Sole Founder with Minor Heirs

A single-owner company where the founder's shares must pass to young beneficiaries without disrupting operations.

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Family Business Ownership

Multi-generational family businesses that need clear directives on shareholding and management succession.

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International Shareholder with UAE Assets

Expatriate entrepreneurs holding UAE company shares who need their wills to align with UAE probate.

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Partnership Dissolution Planning

Business partners who want to ensure a smooth transfer of interests if one partner passes away.

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Eligibility & Requirements

UAE residents and non-residents with shares in UAE-registered companies
Testators aged 21 and above
Testators who are sole or majority shareholders
Testators with existing personal wills seeking corporate coverage

How It Works

1

Assessment & Review

We review your company structure, shareholder agreements, and existing wills to identify succession gaps.

2

Structure Design

We draft tailored succession clauses aligned with UAE corporate law and DIFC probate requirements.

3

Registration & Filing

We register your will with the DIFC Wills Service Centre or ADJD for formal recognition in the UAE.

Select Your Document Type

Choose the document type that best fits your business succession needs.

Required Documents

Share Transfer Will

Our team will guide you through preparing and verifying the documents listed below.

Disclaimer: SRAG Wills is a wills consultancy, not a law firm or government body. Registration is completed with the DIFC Courts Wills Service or ADJD; estate and inheritance cases are filed with the Dubai Courts.

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Contact our team to discuss corporate succession planning for your UAE business.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is corporate succession planning?

Corporate succession planning is a structured approach to transferring shares and business interests of a UAE-based company to designated beneficiaries. It ensures business continuity and avoids disputes among heirs after the owner's passing.

Can I use a will to transfer my company shares?

Yes, your will can designate who receives your shares in a UAE-registered company. Registering the will with the DIFC Wills Service Centre or ADJD formalizes this directive under UAE law.

How does this differ from a standard personal will?

A standard will addresses personal assets, while corporate succession planning specifically addresses shareholding structures, shareholder agreements, and business continuity. It requires coordination with your company's legal framework.

What happens if I do not plan for succession?

Without a succession plan, your shares may be subject to prolonged probate proceedings under default inheritance rules. This can delay business operations and affect employees, partners, and dependents.

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