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Aparna T Nambissan
Junior Associate

Aparna T Nambissan

Aparna T. Nambissan is a Junior Associate at ATB Legal, specializing in UAE Commercial Companies Law (CCL), corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance. She advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, legal due diligence, and the drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts and agreements. She also has experience in company incorporations, corporate governance, and compliance matters for entities operating in the UAE.

In addition to her corporate law practice, Aparna actively advises on employment law matters, real estate transactions, and related regulatory issues, offering clients clear, commercially focused, and practical legal solutions.

Before joining ATB Legal, Aparna gained hands-on experience through internships with leading law firms in Bengaluru, working across a range of corporate, commercial, and litigation matters. Her achievements include consecutive wins in the Business Plan Competition (2019–2020 and 2020–2021), organized by the Seattle University Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center in collaboration with St. Joseph’s Institute of Management.

Aparna holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce from Bangalore University and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Karnataka State Law University (KSLU). She is enrolled with the Bar Council of Karnataka. Her unique combination of business acumen and legal expertise enables her to approach each matter with both strategic insight and meticulous attention to detail.

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Articles by Aparna T Nambissan

ADGM

ADGM Announces Fee Waiver for Al Reem Businesses

Al Reem Island Becomes Part of ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market). Expands ADGM’s jurisdiction to Al Reem island in addition to Al Maryah island. With 1438 hectares, ADGM becomes one of the largest concentrated Financial Districts in the world.

12 Nov 2023 · 6 minRead →
Arbitration

Recent amendments to the UAE Arbitration law (September 2023 update)

With the recent amendments, the UAE cements its position as a preferred hub for arbitration. These changes relate to more stringent measures to ensure the impartiality of an arbitrator, videoconferencing for hearings and engaging of legal experts for representation, among other things.

12 Oct 2023 · 7 minRead →
ADGM

Document requirements in ADGM for employers and employees

In the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), employment regulations are dealt with by the provisions of ADGM Employment Regulations 2019 (the “Regulations”), ADGM Employment Regulations (Engaging Non-Employees) Rules 2023 (the “Rules of 2023”), and ADGM Employment Regulations 2019 (Compensation Awards and Limits) Rules 2019 (the “Rules of 2019”). The usual practice is to develop an […]

11 Oct 2023 · 8 minRead →
ADGM

Hiring in the ADGM: Quick reference for recruiters, employers, and job seekers

  Hiring in the ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market) permits the following types of employees: interns, non-employees, outsourced individuals, secondees, and temporary freelancers. Here is a quick overview of the aspects to keep in mind while recruiting in ADGM: Read on to find the explanation of the above aspects: Disambiguation: This article discusses ADGM employment […]

3 Aug 2023 · 8 minRead →
Company Formation

UAE Business Setup Guide: Mainland and Freezones

 Making the Right Move: Your Business, Your Future Armed with a wealth of knowledge about Freezone and Mainland, it is now time to choose the path that aligns with your unique business goals. Consider the size, nature, and location requirements of your venture, and seek guidance from industry experts to ensure a seamless company […]

24 Jul 2023 · 15 minRead →
ADGM

ADGM Employment Regulations: A Quick Overview

Introduction and Legal Framework The Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”) is an international financial center located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (“UAE”). ADGM has its own legal framework, based on the English common law. Disambiguation: This article discusses ADGM employment laws. For DIFC labour laws, please refer to DIFC Employment Laws. For UAE Federal labour laws, […]

7 Jul 2023 · 11 minRead →