Leading Regulatory & Policy Legal Experts and Lawyers in the UAE
Specialists in Government, Free Zones, and NGO Laws and Regulations
At HAS Law Firm, our Regulatory, Legislative & Policy legal experts are committed to helping clients actively engage with and shape the UAE’s evolving legal and policy landscape, consistently benchmarking against the latest international best practices to ensure relevance, effectiveness, and global alignment. We support government bodies, regulators, free zone authorities, NGOs, and corporate entities in developing and strengthening their regulatory frameworks, including the drafting, reviewing, and implementation of laws, bylaws, regulations, and governance structures.
As one of the few law firms in the UAE with a dedicated specialization in regulatory, legislative, and policy matters, our experienced team of legal and policy experts supports clients with deep insight and practical expertise. We combine comprehensive legal expertise with deep policy insight to provide effective and strategic solutions that are not only technically sound but also strategically aligned with national reforms, sectoral developments and international standards. Our in-depth understanding of government priorities and policy cycles enables us to guide clients through complex initiatives—ensuring they are not just compliant, but influential contributors to reform.
We incorporate leading methodologies, such as the ICE (Impact, Confidence, Ease) framework, to help clients identify, prioritize, and act on the legal and regulatory topics that matter most to their operations and stakeholder landscape. This methodical approach supports proactive legal strategy and informed policy engagement.
Regulatory, Legislative & Policy Services
Advisory Services
Our team provides forward-looking regulatory counsel to help clients stay ahead in a dynamic environment through:
- Assisting in developing, enhancing, and building their regulatory frameworks to ensure alignment with legal standards, policy objectives, and international best practices as well as adaptability to future regulatory requirements
- Working closely with the legislative channels across the UAE to develop and enhance the country’s legislative landscape and regulatory frameworks
- Drafting and reviewing laws, policies, regulations, and bylaws
- Advising on compliance frameworks across UAE federal law, DIFC, ADGM, and free zones
- Designing corporate governance policies for companies, NGOs, and institutions
- Supporting policy development and legislative consultations
- Advising on licensing, approvals, and permits with regulatory authorities
- Training boards, compliance officers, and in-house teams on regulatory requirements and reform trends
Representation & Engagement
We advocate for clients in complex and sensitive regulatory matters, combining discretion with strategic influence:
- Policy Advocacy before regulators and ministries
- Judicial review and administrative law disputes
- Assistance with government consultations and reform initiatives
- Management of investigations, enforcement actions, and sanctions
- Appeals and challenges to regulatory decisions
- Negotiation with free zones, NGOs, and industry associations
Policy & Industry Focus
Our services are aligned with UAE Vision 2031 and global regulatory standards, with a focus on high-impact, reform-driven sectors:
- Financial services, fintech, and banking regulation
- Technology, AI, and data protection
- Healthcare and pharmaceuticals regulation
- ESG, sustainability, and corporate governanc
- Energy, transport, and logistics
- Free zones and NGOs regulations
Why Choose HAS Law Firm as Your Regulatory Lawyers in the UAE
- Experts in legislative drafting, regulatory reform, and compliance strategy
- Demonstrated use of prioritization methodologies (e.g., ICE) to focus on high-impact legal issues
- Deep understanding of UAE policy-making processes and regulatory cycles
- Extensive experience advising government authorities, free zones, and NGOs
- Strong institutional relationships with UAE regulators, legislative channels and policy stakeholders
- Trusted advisors in politically sensitive and high-profile matters
- Cross-border capability via partnerships with Big Four advisory firms and global law firms
