Corporate Restructuring
Reshape. Realign. Revive.
In the UAE’s fast-evolving economy, even strong business models can face disruption — whether from new technologies, shifting regulations, competitive markets, or changing consumer demand.
Corporate restructuring helps businesses adapt, regain control, and position themselves for growth. This may involve:
- Debt refinancing to ease cash flow pressureÂ
- Mergers or entity consolidation to improve efficiencyÂ
- Spinning off non-core assetsÂ
- Overhauling governance or internal processesÂ
But restructuring is not one-size-fits-all. Each decision carries legal, tax, and operational consequences, and overlooking them can create bigger risks.Â
At AKW Consultants, we provide end-to-end corporate restructuring support, ensuring your business emerges leaner, compliant, and more resilient.Â
Top Five Challenges in UAE Corporate Restructuring
01
Multi-Layered Legal Frameworks
Businesses may need to comply with the Commercial Companies Law, Bankruptcy Law, and Corporate Tax Law simultaneously across mainland, free zone, and offshore jurisdictions.
02
Creditor Holdouts
Even one uncooperative lender can derail a viable debt restructuring plan.
03
Flawed Forecasts
Overly optimistic financial models without addressing inefficiencies often lead to short-lived improvements.
04
Stakeholder Misalignment
Creditors, regulators, shareholders, auditors, and employees often have conflicting priorities.
05
Integration Issues Post-Merger
Mismatched systems, corporate cultures, or compliance policies can block intended synergies.
HOW WE HELP
Our Corporate Restructuring Solutions
Legal Structuring & Compliance
- Mapping legal requirements across jurisdictions
- Executing mergers, demergers, acquisitions, or reorganisations
- Coordinating with courts, registrars, and regulators
Financial Restructuring & Debt Advisory
- Modelling revised capital structures and repayment schedules
- Negotiating with creditors for debt rescheduling or refinancing
- Designing preventive settlement plans under the UAE Bankruptcy Law
M&A Execution & Integration
- Buy-side and sell-side due diligence (legal, financial, operational)
- Supporting valuations, term sheets, and execution
- Managing integration across HR, finance, and IT
Documentation & Data Migration
- Standardising statutory registers and shareholder records
- Migrating ERP, HR, and accounting systems for continuity
Negotiation & Stakeholder Alignment
- Mediating between creditors, investors, and shareholders
- Drafting settlement agreements, resolutions, and restructuring plans
- Resolving shareholder disputes and regulatory objections
Why Businesses Choose AKW
Award-Winning Advisory
DMCC Rising Star Award 2025 for compliance
& restructuring excellence
End-to-End Service
Legal, financial, tax, HR, and operational
restructuring handled in-house
Jurisdictional Expertise
Experience across DIFC, ADGM, DMCC, JAFZA,
RAKEZ, and mainland UAE
SPV & Holding Company Specialists
Ideal for post-restructure
asset segregation
High-Risk Industry Expertise
Crypto, gold, fintech, defence,
and regulated sectors
Global-Standard Governance
Ex-Big Four consultants
with Tier-1 law firms background
Turn Change into Competitive Advantage
Restructuring is not just for fixing problems. It is about rebuilding for sustainable growth. With AKW’s
cross-functional restructuring team, you gain:
- Legal precision
- Financial clarity
- Operational efficiency
Whether you’re planning a merger, debt restructuring, or operational overhaul, AKW helps ensure the process is compliant, well-executed, and future-proof.