Episode 56 – Contemporary Wealth Structuring | Dispute Prevention – Part 3
Since their introduction in the UAE in 2017, foundations have had a substantial impact on the structuring of domestic and regional assets.
In a series of podcasts, team M/HQ is discussing the multiple uses of foundations in practice from all angles.
In Part 3 of this tripartite episode, Yann Mrazek, Managing Partner at M/HQ, and Nicole Buncher, Counsel at Clifford Chance, explore the essential do’s and don’ts of foundation planning from a dispute prevention standpoint. They outline practical guidelines advisors should keep in mind — what to promote, what to avoid, and how to ensure foundations don’t just look good on paper, but function effectively in practice.
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