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Family Trust Setup in UAE

Establish a UAE family trust or private wealth structure for multi-generational asset protection, succession planning, and estate management. DIFC and ADGM foundations available.

Advantages

DIFC Wills & Trusts

Register a legally binding DIFC Will or Trust to ensure your UAE assets pass to your intended beneficiaries under common law — not Sharia succession rules.

ADGM Foundations

Establish an Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) foundation — a non-profit or purpose-driven entity ideal for family wealth preservation and philanthropic goals.

Asset Protection

Ring-fence your personal and business assets from future creditors, lawsuits, and commercial risks using a properly structured trust.

Succession Planning

Ensure a smooth, probate-free transfer of assets to heirs according to your wishes — avoiding costly and time-consuming court proceedings.

Multi-Jurisdictional Structures

Combine UAE foundations with offshore trusts (BVI, Cayman, Jersey) for maximum global wealth planning flexibility.

Confidentiality

UAE foundations and trusts offer significant confidentiality — beneficiary details are not publicly registered in most cases.

Process

A streamlined approach designed to save you time and hassle.

1

Wealth Assessment

Map your global assets — UAE property, business shares, bank accounts, and overseas holdings — to determine the right structure.

2

Structure Design

Design the optimal trust or foundation structure considering your jurisdiction preferences, beneficiaries, and succession goals.

3

Legal Documentation

Draft the trust deed or foundation charter, letter of wishes, and any associated memoranda with our legal partners.

4

Registration

Register the structure with DIFC, ADGM, or the relevant offshore jurisdiction and transfer assets into the structure.

5

Ongoing Administration

Provide annual administration, financial reporting, and governance support to keep the structure compliant and effective.

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