Toufic Safie
Partner
Toufic is a Partner in our Corporate group, recognised for his deep expertise in complex corporate, transactional, and project matters.
Partner
Toufic is a Partner in our Corporate group, recognised for his deep expertise in complex corporate, transactional, and project matters.
Languages: Arabic, French, English
Jurisdictions: England & Wales, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates
Toufic brings a truly international perspective to his practice, drawing on a wealth of regional experience from his time in-house and in private practice across Beirut, Athens, Paris, Muscat, and Dubai. This diverse background enables him to offer clients practical solutions that are grounded in both local insight and global best practices.
Clients value his ability to navigate complex transactions with clarity and confidence, whether he’s guiding them through cross-border deals or large-scale development projects.
Corporate Structuring
Advises leading finance, communications, and technology companies on selecting optimal corporate structures to establish and expand their presence across multiple GCC jurisdictions.
Restructuring
Guides established business groups through restructuring processes designed to enhance ring-fencing, streamline operations, and improve overall business efficiency.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Represents buyers and sellers in M&A transactions across a wide range of sectors—including shipping, education, logistics, communications and technology, energy, and financial services—delivering tailored support throughout each stage of the transaction.
DFSA Rules and Regulations
Advises DIFC-based entities, as well as foreign companies looking to establish within the DIFC, on adapting their corporate structures, governance frameworks, and documentation to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
DED and Other Free Zone Authorities in the UAE
Provides guidance on the regulatory requirements imposed by various UAE authorities—whether mainland or free zone—and develops effective solutions to align business operations with these standards.
Telecommunication Regulatory Authority
Advises a major telecommunications provider on a range of regulatory issues related to conducting telecommunications business across the GCC, ensuring adherence to all relevant legal and compliance obligations.
Joint Venture – Shipping Sector
Advised global shipping groups on forming joint ventures with a prominent regional shipping agent, structuring the partnership to cover operations across the entire GCC region.
Agency and Distributorship
Provides strategic advice to international manufacturers in technology, transport, and related sectors on establishing optimal joint venture structures with local distributors, supporting effective product distribution throughout the GCC.
Contractors and Developers
Counsels leading construction companies on structuring and executing large-scale joint venture partnerships for participation in major government-led development projects, ensuring alignment with local regulations and project objectives.
