Areas of Practice
At Uteem Chambers, we deliver clear, practical, and results-driven legal advice supported by an in-depth understanding of the legal, regulatory, and commercial landscape of Mauritius.
Our expertise covers a wide spectrum of practice areas, enabling us to provide comprehensive solutions to both local and international clients.
International Tax Planning & Domestic Tax
Uteem Chambers advises individuals, corporations, and investment funds on tax structuring, compliance, and optimization strategies. Our team assists in cross-border tax planning, double taxation treaty applications, and domestic tax issues to ensure efficient, compliant, and sustainable financial operations.
International Investments & Private Equity Funds
We assist international investors, private equity funds, and collective investment schemes in structuring and managing their investments in and through Mauritius. Our experience spans sectors such as infrastructure, telecommunications, energy, and sustainable development, with a focus on India, China, and Africa.
Trusts & Foundations
Our firm provides comprehensive advice on the establishment, administration, and migration of international and domestic trusts and foundations. We regularly advise trustees, settlors, and high-net-worth families on estate planning, asset protection, and fiduciary governance.
Company Law, Global Business & Partnerships
We counsel clients on company incorporation, corporate governance, partnership agreements, and regulatory compliance. Our expertise covers the full life cycle of companies operating under the Global Business regime and domestic entities alike.
Structured Finance & Securitisation
Mergers, Acquisitions & Joint Ventures
Our team advises on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, restructurings, and takeovers. We handle every aspect of the transaction from due diligence and negotiation to implementation and post-deal integration.
International Criminal Law & Economic Crimes
Uteem Chambers represents corporate and individual clients in complex financial crime cases, including anti-money laundering, corruption, fraud, and sanctions compliance. Our team has acted for banks and corporations in both civil and criminal proceedings.
Banking & Finance Law
We advise leading international banks and development finance institutions on secured and unsecured lending, project finance, and structured products. The firm has acted in transactions involving multi-billion-dollar financings, Islamic bonds, and aircraft leasing.
Our lawyers have significant experience in structured finance transactions, including securitisation using special purpose vehicles, asset-backed finance, and convertible debt and equity instruments.
Aircraft Leasing & Aviation Finance
Uteem Chambers has represented senior lenders, owners, and lessees in aircraft leasing transactions, including Islamic leasing structures. We provide legal support across all aspects of financing, registration, and compliance under Mauritian law.
Contracts, Business Law & Franchising
We draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts from franchise and distribution agreements to service, licensing, and agency arrangements ensuring that our clients’ interests are fully protected.
Intellectual Property, IT & Software Licensing
Our firm assists clients in protecting and managing their intellectual property portfolios. We advise on software licensing, IP transfers, technology agreements, and data protection compliance under Mauritian and international standards.
Media, Film Production & Advertising
Sports Law & Sponsorship
Uteem Chambers provides legal support for film producers, broadcasters, and media agencies on contracts, sponsorships, rights management, and regulatory compliance in Mauritius and abroad.
Corporate Compliance & Governance
We advise athletes, clubs, and sponsors on contract negotiation, endorsement deals, and dispute resolution relating to sports governance and sponsorship.
We help corporations, investment funds, and management companies design and implement compliance frameworks in line with global AML/CFT and FATCA/CRS standards.
Employment & Industrial Relations
We represent employers and employees in matters concerning contracts, disputes, disciplinary procedures, and workplace policies. Our practice covers compliance with Mauritian employment laws and best HR governance practices.
Civil & Commercial Litigation
Uteem Chambers represents clients before all courts and tribunals in Mauritius, including the Privy Council. We handle complex disputes in areas such as corporate law, finance, trusts, and commercial contracts.
Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution
We have acted in numerous international and domestic arbitration proceedings, including recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards. Our team prioritises pragmatic and efficient dispute resolution strategies.
Islamic Finance
As a pioneer in this field in Mauritius, Uteem Chambers advises on Sharia-compliant financial instruments, sukuk issuances, and Islamic leasing transactions. We combine deep legal knowledge with a strong understanding of Islamic finance principles.