MNA Ventures announces that OTC & Partners, a dedicated law firm operating within its business ecosystem, is now positioned as an independent legal entity in the UAE. This strategic evolution reinforces the holding group’s commitment to establishing itself as a trusted partner for enterprises across the UAE and international markets.
Comprehensive Legal Excellence in Dubai’s Business Hub
OTC & Partners operates as an independent legal entity providing a full suite of corporate and regulatory advisory services. The firm is well positioned to support the UAE’s flourishing business community with specialist legal expertise tailored to the jurisdiction’s evolving regulatory landscape.
Serving domestic and international clients across a broad range of sectors, from innovative digital asset ventures to established multinationals, OTC & Partners combines pragmatic, commercially focused advice with a strong commitment to efficient, sustainable and long-term client outcomes.
The law firm’s service portfolio encompasses:
Corporate Advisory Services
- Corporate governance and compliance
- Mergers and acquisitions support
- Commercial contract negotiation and drafting
Regulatory Advisory Services
- Cross-Jurisdictional compliance support
- Cross-border transaction advisory
- Investment and licensing consultation
Strategic Legal Consultation
- International business expansion advisory
- Joint venture structuring
- Dispute resolution and mediation
- Intellectual property protection
UAE Legal Services
- UAE Criminal Defense and Legal Advisory
- Advisory Services on Shariah Law and Islamic Legal Principles
- Local dispute resolution & advisory services
Leadership and Operational Excellence
Under the leadership of its General Manager, Mr. Leone Araujo and Emirati Supreme Court Lawyer, Mr. Hashim Salem Saif Abdulla, OTC & Partners combines deep local market knowledge with international legal expertise. The firm’s operational base in Dubai positions it strategically to serve both regional clients and international businesses seeking to establish or expand their presence in the UAE and the wider global market.
“OTC & Partners’ establishment as an independent entity represents a significant milestone in our commitment to providing comprehensive legal and regulatory solutions,” said Mr. Leone Araujo, General Manager of OTC & Partners. “Our firm bridges the gap between legal compliance and strategic business growth, offering sophisticated counsel to navigate the UAE’s evolving regulatory landscape whilst supporting expansion objectives.”
Strategic Integration with MNA Ventures Ecosystem
As part of MNA Ventures’ diversified portfolio, OTC & Partners provides clients with a unique competitive advantage through integrated solutions that combine legal expertise with broader business advisory capabilities. This ecosystem approach enables seamless coordination across multiple business verticals, delivering comprehensive support for complex initiatives from initial market entry to international expansion.
The firm is particularly positioned to support international companies establishing UAE operations and regional businesses pursuing growth across diverse sectors, including the rapidly growing digital asset industry.
About OTC & Partners
OTC & Partners is a corporate law firm based in Dubai, operating as an independent entity within the MNA Ventures ecosystem. The firm delivers integrated legal solutions that drive business growth, combining regulatory expertise with strategic commercial insight. OTC & Partners serves as a trusted advisor for companies navigating complex market entry, expansion, and transformation initiatives across the UAE and beyond. 