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The Financial Advisory Agreement is a crucial document used when establishing a professional relationship between a financial advisor and their client in the UAE market. This agreement is essential for compliance with UAE federal laws, including UAE Federal Law No. 14 of 2018 (Central Bank Law) and SCA regulations. It details the scope of advisory services, which may include investment advice, financial planning, merger and acquisition advisory, or other financial consulting services. The document specifically addresses UAE regulatory requirements, including necessary disclosures, licensing obligations, and compliance with local financial services regulations. It protects both parties by clearly defining roles, responsibilities, fee structures, and service expectations while ensuring adherence to UAE's financial regulatory framework.

1. Parties: Identification of the Financial Advisor and the Client, including their full legal names, addresses, and registration details

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including advisor's regulatory status and client's objectives

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including regulatory terms specific to UAE financial services

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of financial advisory services to be provided, aligned with UAE regulatory permissions

5. Advisor's Obligations: Key responsibilities and duties of the advisor, including regulatory compliance requirements

6. Client's Obligations: Client's responsibilities, including information provision and cooperation requirements

7. Fees and Payment Terms: Detailed fee structure, payment schedule, and terms aligned with UAE regulations

8. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information and data protection

9. Compliance with Laws: Specific provisions regarding compliance with UAE financial regulations and laws

10. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and circumstances for termination

11. Liability and Indemnification: Extent of advisor's liability and indemnification provisions

12. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances affecting performance

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of UAE law application and jurisdiction

14. Notices: Process for formal communications between parties

15. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including assignment, amendment, and severability