Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions

Welcome to the website of Kshetry & Co. (“Kshetry & Co.”, “we”, “us” or “our”). These Website Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of this website, including its content, forms, publications, resources and online features (collectively, the “Website”).

By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.

These Terms are intended to be read together with our Privacy Policy.

1. ABOUT KSHETRY & CO.

Kshetry & Co. is a legal, corporate and business advisory organisation providing services and coordinating professional support across areas including, where applicable:

  • Corporate and commercial advisory;
  • Contract drafting and review;
  • Corporate structuring and company setup;
  • Corporate due diligence;
  • Real estate and property matters;
  • Construction and project-related matters;
  • Arbitration and dispute-resolution support;
  • Legal retainership services;
  • HR consultancy and employment documentation;
  • Corporate secretarial services;
  • PRO and corporate administration services;
  • Payroll and WPS-related support;
  • Accounting and financial support;
  • Compliance support;
  • Employee relocation coordination;
  • Wills and succession-related services;
  • Powers of Attorney;
  • NRI and cross-border services; and
  • Other business and professional support services.

The precise scope of services available in the UAE is subject to the applicable licence, professional registration, regulatory requirements and individual engagement terms. Where a service constitutes a regulated legal, accounting, tax, immigration, insurance or other professional activity requiring a specific licence or authorisation, it will be undertaken only by, or through, appropriately authorised professionals or service providers.

2. NO LEGAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

The information published on this Website is provided for general informational purposes only. Nothing on this Website constitutes:

  • Legal advice;
  • Tax advice;
  • Accounting advice;
  • Financial advice;
  • Immigration advice;
  • Investment advice;
  • Insurance advice; or
  • Any other professional advice, unless expressly provided under a separate written engagement with Kshetry & Co. or the appropriately authorised professional.

Laws, regulations, procedures and their interpretation may change and may differ according to the relevant emirate, free zone, jurisdiction, transaction and individual circumstances. You should obtain advice specific to your circumstances before relying upon or acting on information published on the Website.

3. NO LAWYER–CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

Accessing this Website, submitting an enquiry, completing a contact form, sending an email or communicating with Kshetry & Co. through an online channel does not by itself create a lawyer–client, legal consultant–client or other professional relationship.

A professional relationship will arise only after:

  1. The matter has been reviewed and accepted;
  2. Any applicable conflict-of-interest checks have been completed;
  3. The relevant engagement terms have been agreed; and
  4. An engagement or appointment has been formally accepted by Kshetry & Co. or the relevant authorised professional.

You should not assume that information submitted through the Website is subject to professional confidentiality until a professional relationship has been established.

4. SCOPE OF SERVICES

All services are subject to:

  • Applicable UAE federal laws;
  • Laws and regulations of the relevant Emirate;
  • Free-zone regulations where applicable;
  • Applicable professional regulations;
  • The relevant authority’s procedures;
  • Kshetry & Co.’s professional licence and permitted scope of practice; and
  • The specific engagement agreed with the client.

Kshetry & Co. does not represent that every service described on the Website is available to every person or in every jurisdiction. Certain services may be provided by specialist third-party professionals or coordinated with external advisers where required.

5. UAE LEGAL SERVICES

Where Kshetry & Co. provides legal consultancy or other regulated legal services in Dubai, such services shall be provided only within the firm’s applicable professional authorisation and permitted scope. The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department regulates advocacy and legal consultancy in Dubai, including the licensing of legal consultancy firms and registration of legal consultants. Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as representing that Kshetry & Co. or any individual associated with it is authorised to provide a particular regulated service unless the relevant authorisation exists. Where court representation, advocacy or another regulated service requires a specific qualification, registration or appointment, such service shall be undertaken only by an appropriately authorised professional.

6. COMPANY SETUP AND BUSINESS SERVICES

Information concerning company formation, business setup, licensing, PRO services, HR, payroll, accounting or corporate administration is provided for general information.

Actual requirements may vary according to:

  • Business activity;
  • Legal form;
  • Ownership structure;
  • Nationality and residency;
  • Mainland or free-zone jurisdiction;
  • Regulatory authority;
  • Sector-specific approvals;
  • Immigration status; and
  • Changes in applicable laws and procedures.

No particular licence, approval, visa, incorporation outcome, processing period or commercial result is guaranteed unless expressly agreed in writing.

7. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Certain services may require involvement or coordination with:

  • Government authorities;
  • Licensing authorities;
  • Banks;
  • Insurers;
  • Accountants;
  • Auditors;
  • Tax Advisers;
  • Immigration or Pro Service Providers;
  • Translators;
  • Notaries;
  • Experts;
  • Advocates;
  • Arbitral Institutions;
  • Technology Providers; Or
  • Other Specialist Professionals.

Where third-party involvement is necessary, the relevant third party may have its own terms, fees, privacy policies and professional responsibilities. Kshetry & Co. does not assume responsibility for matters outside its reasonable control or for independent professional decisions made by third parties.

8. FEES AND ENGAGEMENT TERMS

Website content does not constitute a quotation or binding fee proposal. Professional fees, government charges, third-party charges, disbursements, taxes and other costs shall be communicated separately where applicable.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing:

  • Fees are payable in accordance with the applicable engagement terms;
  • Government and third-party charges may be payable separately;
  • Work may be subject to receipt of the required advance or retainer;
  • Additional work outside the agreed scope may attract additional fees; and
  • Applicable taxes, including VAT where legally applicable, may be charged.

A detailed engagement letter, quotation, proposal or service agreement may contain additional terms governing the relevant service.

9. NO GUARANTEE OF OUTCOME

Kshetry & Co. does not guarantee:

  • A particular legal outcome;
  • Success in litigation or arbitration;
  • Approval of a licence or application;
  • Immigration or visa approval;
  • Completion within a particular period;
  • Commercial success;
  • Recovery of money;
  • Successful investment;
  • Regulatory approval; or
  • Any other particular result,

Unless such guarantee is expressly permitted by law and specifically agreed in writing. Professional advice involves assessment of facts, applicable law, evidence, commercial circumstances and decisions made by third parties or authorities.

10. WEBSITE CONTENT

We endeavour to keep Website content accurate and current. However, we do not warrant that:

  • All information is complete;
  • All information is current;
  • There are no errors or omissions;
  • Every link will remain available;
  • The Website will always be available; or
  • Information will remain applicable after publication.

We reserve the right to amend, update, suspend or remove Website content without prior notice.

11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Unless otherwise stated, all intellectual property rights in the Website and its content belong to Kshetry & Co. or its licensors.

This includes:

  • Trademarks;
  • Logos;
  • Text;
  • Graphics;
  • Photographs;
  • Designs;
  • Layouts;
  • Videos;
  • Publications;
  • Articles;
  • Databases;
  • Downloadable Materials; And
  • Other Website Content.

You may access and use the Website for legitimate personal or business purposes. You must not, without our prior written consent:

  • Reproduce substantial portions of the Website;
  • Republish Website content;
  • Commercially exploit our content;
  • Modify or create derivative works from our materials;
  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices;
  • Use our branding deceptively; or
  • Represent our content as your own.

12. USER SUBMISSIONS

Where the Website permits you to submit information, documents, enquiries or other content, you agree that:

  • The information you provide is accurate to the best of your knowledge;
  • You have the right to provide the information;
  • You will not knowingly submit unlawful or fraudulent material;
  • You will not submit malicious software;
  • You will not impersonate another person; and
  • You will not use the Website for unlawful purposes.

You remain responsible for the information you submit.

13. CONFIDENTIALITY OF ONLINE ENQUIRIES

Submitting information through a Website form or email does not automatically establish a professional relationship or guarantee legal privilege or confidentiality. Please do not submit highly sensitive or time-critical information through an online form unless specifically requested. Once an engagement is established, confidentiality and professional obligations will be governed by applicable law, professional rules and the relevant engagement terms.

14. PRIVACY AND PERSONAL DATA

Our processing of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms. Kshetry & Co. will process personal data in accordance with applicable UAE data-protection requirements and other applicable privacy laws. The UAE Personal Data Protection Law establishes a framework governing personal-data processing, confidentiality, data-subject rights, security and cross-border transfers. Please review our Privacy Policy before submitting personal information.

15. COOKIES

The Website may use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Essential Website functionality;
  • Security;
  • Analytics;
  • Performance;
  • User preferences; and
  • Other purposes described in the Privacy Policy.

Where required, appropriate consent mechanisms will be provided.

16. EXTERNAL LINKS

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. Such links are provided for convenience and do not necessarily constitute:

  • An endorsement;
  • An approval;
  • A recommendation; or
  • An affiliation.

Kshetry & Co. is not responsible for the content, availability, security or privacy practices of third-party websites.

17. PROHIBITED USE

You must not use the Website to:

  • Violate any applicable law;
  • Commit or facilitate fraud;
  • Impersonate another person;
  • Obtain unauthorised access to systems;
  • Transmit malware;
  • Interfere with Website security;
  • Scrape or harvest information unlawfully;
  • Infringe intellectual-property rights;
  • Transmit defamatory or unlawful material;
  • Submit knowingly false information; or
  • Interfere with the operation of the Website.

18. CYBERSECURITY

We take reasonable measures to protect the Website and information processed through it. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. You acknowledge the inherent risks associated with transmitting information online.

19. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS

By communicating with us electronically, you acknowledge that communications may be transmitted through electronic systems. Electronic transactions and electronic signatures may have legal effect under applicable UAE law, subject to the relevant requirements and circumstances. The UAE Electronic Transactions and Trust Services framework regulates electronic documents and electronic signatures. Where a matter requires a particular form of execution, notarisation, attestation, authentication or other formal process, electronic communication alone may not satisfy that requirement.

20. PROFESSIONAL MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

Kshetry & Co. seeks to communicate its services accurately, professionally and in accordance with applicable UAE laws and professional standards. Nothing on this Website constitutes a promise of success, an improper solicitation or a guarantee of a particular outcome. Where Dubai professional conduct rules apply, our communications will be subject to applicable requirements concerning the dignity and ethics of the legal profession. The Dubai Legal Affairs Department has issued specific guidance concerning solicitation of legal services by representatives, intermediaries and staff.

21. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Kshetry & Co. shall not be liable for losses arising solely from:

  • Reliance upon general Website information;
  • Interruption or unavailability of the Website;
  • Third-party websites;
  • Unauthorised access beyond reasonable security measures;
  • Delays caused by government authorities or third parties;
  • Changes in law or regulatory procedures; or
  • Circumstances outside our reasonable control.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable UAE law. Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude mandatory statutory rights or protections available to consumers or clients.

22. FORCE MAJEURE

Kshetry & Co. shall not be responsible for delay or failure caused by circumstances beyond reasonable control, including:

  • Government action;
  • Changes in legislation;
  • Regulatory restrictions;
  • Natural disasters;
  • War;
  • Civil disturbance;
  • Epidemics or pandemics;
  • Telecommunications failures;
  • Cyber incidents;
  • Power failures;
  • Third-party system failures; or
  • Other circumstances beyond reasonable control.

23. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be published on this Website with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after publication of updated Terms constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

24. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Website Terms shall be governed by the laws applicable in the Emirate of Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, subject to any mandatory laws applicable to the relevant transaction, service or client. Subject to any mandatory jurisdictional requirements, disputes arising from the use of the Website shall be submitted to the competent courts of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Nothing in this clause prevents a client from exercising any mandatory statutory right or remedy available under applicable law.

25. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is determined to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue to apply to the extent permitted by law.

26. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Website Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any applicable servicespecific terms, constitute the terms governing your use of the Website. A separate engagement letter, service agreement, quotation or other written agreement may contain additional or conflicting terms governing a specific professional relationship. In such circumstances, the specific written engagement will govern the relevant professional services to the extent of any inconsistency.

27. CONTACT

Kshetry & Co.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Registered Office: [Insert verified address]
Email: [Insert official email]
Telephone: [Insert official telephone]
Trade/Professional Licence No.: [Insert verified number]
For Website or privacy enquiries:
Email: [Insert privacy/contact email]