UAE Alimony and Family Support Law Reforms
Introduction The Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 represents a major step forward in modernizing the approach to alimony and family support in the UAE. Rather than treating maintenance as a rigid financial obligation, the new law adopts a more realistic and compassionate understanding of what family support truly entails. It defines alimony as “the necessities and …
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Faster and Efficient Dispute Resolution Reforms
Introduction The UAE’s judicial approach to family matters has undergone a transformative shift with the enactment of Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024, which officially replaces the framework of Federal Law No. 28 of 2005. The new law brings effectiveness in the dispute resolution process while placing the child’s best interests first. These changes …
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What Are a Father’s Rights for Child Custody in Dubai?
Introduction One of the first things fathers say in a divorce consultation is not about assets or maintenance. It’s this: “Am I going to lose my children?” There is a persistent belief in Dubai that once a marriage ends, the mother automatically gets custody, and the father becomes a weekend visitor. That assumption causes unnecessary …
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Practical Guide: Finding the Best Criminal Defense Lawyer
Introduction You do not search for a criminal defense lawyer in the UAE unless something has already gone wrong. Usually it starts unexpectedly: a phone call from the police, a complaint filed against you, or a request to attend a station “for questioning.” The immediate reaction is often to type “criminal lawyer near me” in …
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What to Do After Being Arrested in Dubai: A Lawyer’s Guide for Expats
A Lawyer’s Guide to What to Do After an Arrest in Dubai Getting arrested in Dubai can be scary, especially for expats who don’t know the laws in the UAE. The legal process can be scary and confusing, from being questioned by the police to being held. Knowing what to do after being arrested can …
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Which Law Firm Has the Best Criminal Lawyers in the UAE?
Introduction When a criminal complaint surfaces, most people react the same way—they start searching for the best criminal law firm in the UAE. It’s an emotional moment. There’s uncertainty, pressure, and often very little clarity about what happens next.
New “Assumption of Responsibility for Hosting” Form for Cyprus Visa Applications
The authorities of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus have recently updated the “Assumption of Responsibility for Hosting” form used in visa applications submitted through Cyprus embassies and consulates abroad.
Abolition of the Stamp Duty Law as of 01/01/2026
The Stamp Duty Law (Law No. 19/1963) historically constituted a mechanism for the imposition of stamp duty on a wide range of documents in Cyprus. By virtue of Law No. 239(I)/2025, the Stamp Duty Laws were abolished as of 1 January 2026, with the result that new documents executed from 2026 onwards are no longer …
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Cybersecurity Attacks and Data Breaches: Regulatory and Legal Framework in Cyprus
In the digital age, cybersecurity breaches—commonly referred to as “hacking incidents”—have become increasingly disruptive, posing significant legal, financial, and reputational risks to organizations. These incidents can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, causing harm not only to the affected companies but also to individuals whose data may be compromised. It is therefore imperative for …
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Navigating the Potential Recovery of Hong Kong’s Luxury Real Estate Market in 2026
The Hong Kong luxury real estate market has, in recent years, contended with a confluence of formidable challenges, including a protracted period of elevated interest rates, pervasive global economic uncertainties, evolving geopolitical dynamics, and shifts in local demographic patterns. As the legal community and market participants cast their gaze towards 2026, a cautious yet discernible …