TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Kleôm Advisory LLC
Effective Date: 28-1-2026
Last Updated: 28-1-2026
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you," "your," or "Client") and Kleôm Advisory LLC ("Kleôm," "we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of our website, services, and materials.
By accessing our website, scheduling a consultation, or engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our services.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Professional Advisory Services
Kleôm Advisory provides boutique legal advisory and strategic counsel services, including but not limited to:
• Fractional General Counsel services (Capsuled GC Services)
• Family business advisory and succession planning (Aerth)
• Business management advisory and enterprise architecture (Enterprise Architecture)
• Founder leadership development and private residency programs (Genôm)
The specific scope, deliverables, timeline, and fees for any engagement are set forth in a separate engagement letter or services agreement executed between Kleôm Advisory and the Client.
Nature of Website Content
Information provided on our website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, create an attorney-client relationship, or substitute for consultation with qualified counsel regarding specific circumstances.
NO ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP
Website Use
Accessing our website, reviewing our content, submitting a contact form, or scheduling a consultation does not create an attorney-client relationship or any confidential relationship between you and Kleôm Advisory.
Establishment of Relationship
An attorney-client or advisory relationship is established only through execution of a formal engagement letter or services agreement that explicitly defines the scope, terms, and nature of our professional relationship.
Confidentiality Before Engagement
Communications prior to execution of an engagement agreement are not confidential and are not protected by attorney-client privilege. You should not share sensitive or confidential information until a formal engagement is established and confidentiality protections are in place.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
Ownership of Website Content
All content on the Kleôm Advisory website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, design elements, software, and compilation thereof, is the exclusive property of Kleôm Advisory LLC and is protected by United Arab Emirates and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
Trademark Rights
"Kleôm Advisory," the Kleôm logo, and all related marks, logos, and trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Kleôm Advisory LLC. Use of these marks without prior written consent is strictly prohibited.
Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our website for lawful purposes in accordance with these Terms. This license does not include:
• Modification, copying, distribution, or reproduction of website content
• Commercial use or exploitation of website content
• Reverse engineering, decompiling, or attempting to extract source code
• Removal or alteration of copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
WORK PRODUCT AND CLIENT MATERIALS
Ownership of Work Product
Unless otherwise specified in an engagement agreement, work product created by Kleôm Advisory specifically for a Client engagement (excluding pre-existing materials, methodologies, and know-how) becomes the property of the Client upon full payment of all fees and expenses.
Retained Rights
Kleôm Advisory retains ownership of:
• Pre-existing intellectual property, methodologies, frameworks, and know-how
• General knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during engagements
• The right to use non-confidential concepts and approaches in future work
Client-Provided Materials
Clients retain ownership of all materials, documents, and information provided to Kleôm Advisory. By providing such materials, Clients grant Kleôm Advisory a limited license to use, review, and analyze such materials solely for purposes of delivering services under the engagement.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS AND CONDUCT
Regulatory Compliance
Kleôm Advisory adheres to all applicable professional responsibility rules, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements governing legal practice and advisory services in the jurisdictions where we operate.
Independence and Conflicts
We maintain independence and avoid conflicts of interest that would compromise our ability to provide objective counsel. Prior to engagement, we conduct conflict checks and will decline representation where conflicts exist or may arise.
Referrals and Specialist Counsel
Where matters require specialized expertise outside our scope, we may recommend engagement of specialist counsel or other professionals. Such referrals are made in the Client's best interest and without compensation to Kleôm Advisory unless otherwise disclosed.
FEES AND PAYMENT TERMS
Fee Structures
Our fees are based on the nature, complexity, and scope of services and may be structured as:
• Fixed fees for defined scope engagements
• Retainer arrangements for ongoing advisory relationships
• Project-based fees for specific matters
• Residency fees for Genôm programs
Specific fee arrangements are set forth in engagement letters or services agreements.
Payment Terms
Unless otherwise specified in an engagement agreement:
• Fees are due within [30] days of invoice date
• Late payments may incur interest charges at the rate of [X]% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower
• We reserve the right to suspend services for overdue accounts until payment is received
Expenses
In addition to professional fees, Clients are responsible for reimbursement of reasonable out-ofpocket expenses incurred in connection with services, including travel, accommodation, courier services, and third-party fees, unless otherwise agreed.
DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
No Guarantees
While we strive to provide exceptional service and counsel, we make no guarantees regarding specific outcomes, results, or success of any engagement. Legal and business matters involve inherent uncertainties, and results depend on numerous factors outside our control.
Disclaimer of Warranties
OUR SERVICES AND WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE"
WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, KLEÔM ADVISORY'S
TOTAL LIABILITY ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO OUR SERVICES, WEBSITE, OR
THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY CLIENT TO KLEÔM ADVISORY IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY.
Exclusion of Consequential Damages
IN NO EVENT SHALL KLEÔM ADVISORY BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUE, LOST DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Exceptions
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for:
• Death or personal injury caused by negligence
• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
• Gross negligence or willful misconduct
• Any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law
INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kleôm Advisory LLC, its members, employees, consultants, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any law or regulation
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any misrepresentation made by you
• Any dispute between you and a third party
CONFIDENTIALITY
Mutual Obligations
Both parties acknowledge that in the course of any professional relationship, confidential information may be disclosed. Each party agrees to:
• Maintain the confidentiality of information designated as confidential
• Use confidential information only for purposes of the engagement
• Protect confidential information with the same degree of care used to protect its own confidential information, but no less than reasonable care
Exceptions
Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that:
• Is or becomes publicly available through no breach of these Terms
• Is rightfully received from a third party without confidentiality obligations
• Is independently developed without use of confidential information
• Is required to be disclosed by law, regulation, or court order
Professional Standards
Confidentiality obligations are subject to and do not supersede professional responsibility rules, legal obligations, or regulatory requirements governing disclosure.
TERMINATION
Termination by Client
Clients may terminate an engagement at any time by providing written notice. Upon termination, Client remains responsible for:
• Payment of fees for services rendered through the termination date
• Reimbursement of expenses incurred prior to termination
• Any termination fees specified in the engagement agreement
Termination by Kleôm Advisory
We reserve the right to terminate an engagement or discontinue services if:
• Client breaches material terms of the engagement agreement
• Payment obligations are not met
• Circumstances arise that create conflicts of interest or ethical concerns
• Continuation would violate professional responsibilities or legal requirements
Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
• We will transition work and return Client materials in an orderly manner
• All outstanding fees and expenses become immediately due and payable
• Confidentiality obligations survive termination
• Provisions intended to survive termination (including indemnification, limitation of liability, and dispute resolution) remain in full force and effect
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Governing Law
These Terms and any disputes arising from or related to our services or relationship are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Arab Emirates and the regulations of the Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Jurisdiction and Venue
Subject to the arbitration provisions below, any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts of the Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone or other courts of competent jurisdiction in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
Arbitration
Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising from or relating to these Terms, our services, or our relationship that cannot be resolved through good-faith negotiation shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with [applicable arbitration rules - e.g., DIAC Arbitration Rules].
Arbitration shall be conducted in English in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, by a single arbitrator mutually agreed upon by the parties or, failing agreement, appointed in accordance with the applicable arbitration rules.
The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding, and judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.
Exceptions to Arbitration
Either party may seek interim or injunctive relief in court to protect confidential information, intellectual property rights, or prevent irreparable harm pending arbitration.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any engagement letter or services agreement, constitute the entire agreement between you and Kleôm Advisory regarding your use of our website and services, superseding all prior agreements, understandings, or communications.
Amendments
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services following such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
Material changes to engagement terms require mutual written agreement.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.
Waiver
No waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such provision or any other provision. Our failure to enforce any right or provision shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
Assignment
You may not assign, transfer, or delegate your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from circumstances beyond reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, civil unrest, government actions, epidemics, natural disasters, or infrastructure failures.
Independent Contractors
Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between you and Kleôm Advisory. Each party is an independent contractor.
Notices
All notices under these Terms must be in writing and delivered by email to the address provided in your engagement agreement or on our Contact page. Notices are deemed received when sent to the correct email address.
ACCESSIBILITY AND WEBSITE USE
Technical Requirements
Access to our website requires internet connectivity and a compatible web browser. We do not guarantee that our website will be available at all times or free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components. Prohibited Uses
You agree not to:
• Use our website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation of our website
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code
• Harvest or collect information about other users
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair our website
Suspension and Termination of Access
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to our website at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:
**Kleôm Advisory LLC**
[Address]
[Email]
[Phone]
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
BY ACCESSING OR USING OUR WEBSITE OR SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
*These Terms and Conditions reflect Kleôm Advisory's commitment to professionalism, transparency, and the highest standards of legal and advisory practice. We value the trust you place in us and are dedicated to delivering exceptional service with integrity and excellence.*