The United Arab Emirates has established itself as a top destination for ambitious construction and real estate development because it keeps investing in infrastructure, tourism, and mixed-use developments. This also made it…
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/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Commercial Law & Contracts, Construction Law
When you are charged with a crime in the UAE, it can be very scary, especially for expats, business owners, tourists, and families with people from different countries. In the UAE, many crimes that might not be taken seriously…
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/ Criminal Law
The process of divorce can be akin to the act of replacing the engine of a vehicle that is already in motion; it is challenging, emotional, and full of steps you didn't plan for. This easy-to-read guide will help you and your…
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/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Conflict of Laws, Family Law
It can be scary to deal with a criminal case in the UAE, especially if you don't know much about the country's legal system. The criminal process has strict rules that are very different from those in many other countries. These…
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/ Criminal Law
The UAE’s legal landscape for personal status law is going through a considerable transformation with the passage of Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024, which took effect on 15 April 2025, superseding the previous Federal Decree…
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/ Family Law
An INTERPOL Red Notice is a vital component of the international alert system, functioning as an official communication to law enforcement agencies worldwide, requesting the location and provisional detention of a specified…
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/ Criminal Law, International Law & Trade
When it comes to inheritance, the UAE uses a mix of civil law and, in some cases, Sharia law. Religion, nationality, and whether a valid will has been registered are all things that affect what law applies…
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/ Conflict of Laws, Family Law, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
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The recent heavy rain and storm conditions seen across the UAE have led to a lot of discussion about insurance coverage and who is legally responsible when property or vehicles are damaged. These events have also…
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/ Commercial Law & Contracts, Insurance, Real Estate - Residential
For many expat couples in the UAE, getting married is now not only a religious or cultural choice, but also a legal one. By allowing non-Muslim civil marriage, the UAE has made it possible for expats to get married without…
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/ Conflict of Laws, Family Law
The legislative framework in the UAE that regulates family and personal status matters has undergone a substantial transformation, transitioning to a more sophisticated and inclusive system. This transformation is anchored by…
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/ Conflict of Laws, Family Law, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
Contractual obligations may become difficult to perform due to unforeseen external events that disrupt normal commercial operations. In recent years, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and various geopolitical…
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/ Commercial Law & Contracts, Real Estate - Residential
Real Estate Market in Dubai is one of the most attractive sector, an investment hub for investors and also for people planning to relocate. To maintain a sense of order and equity in this vibrant market, the Emirate has put in…
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/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Commercial Law & Contracts, Real Estate - Residential
Extradition requests in the UAE are primarily governed by Federal Law No. 39 of 2006 Concerning International Judicial Cooperation in Criminal Matters, which has been recently updated by Federal Decree-Law No. 38 of 2023. The…
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/ Conflict of Laws, Criminal Law, International Law & Trade
As the world becomes increasingly digital, we are more connected than ever. But this development has also brought new and more intricate threats that could hurt the economy and society. The United Arab Emirates is known for…
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/ Communications & Media Law, Criminal Law, Privacy
Rental disagreements are more common in Dubai than many people realize. With thousands of new tenancy agreements signed each year, most go smoothly, but issues still arise at the time of the lease…
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/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Civil Procedure, Real Estate - Residential
