Shareholder and Business Partner Disputes in the UAE: Legal Framework and Resolution Strategies
Introduction The stability of a commercial enterprise in the Middle East rests upon the alignment of its internal stakeholders. When this alignment fractures, a shareholder dispute in the UAE typically manifests as a legal disagreement concerning financial, operational, or strategic decisions that potentially violate the rights of the participants. Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 …
Legal & Practical Challenges in International Divorces for Families of Diverse Background
Introduction The UAE family law system has evolved from a largely sharia-compliant personal status system to a separate system that also accommodates civil family law options for non-Muslims and expatriate residents. Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022 on Civil Personal Status, giving non-Muslims an alternative, and Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024, repealing Federal Law …
What Age Does Child Custody End in the UAE?
Introduction After a divorce, one of the most fundamental, but also pressing, questions many parents in the UAE have is: When does the child custody end? Wrong information is often the cause of the confusion. Earlier laws set different custody ages for boys and girls, but this no longer applies. The UAE has now introduced …
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The Comprehensive Legal Framework for the Recognition and Enforcement of Arbitral Awards in the United Arab Emirates
The legal landscape of the United Arab Emirates has undergone a paradigm shift in its approach to international and domestic arbitration over the past two decades. This evolution is driven by a strategic national aspiration to position the state as a leading global center for the resolution of commercial conflicts, enabled by a dual system …
Bail Procedures in UAE Criminal Cases Explained
Facing a criminal case in the UAE can be overwhelming, especially when it involves arrest or detention. One of the most common concerns is whether a person can be released while the case is ongoing. This is where the concept of bail becomes important. Under UAE law, bail is not an automatic right in all …
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Construction Law in Transition: Key Changes Under the UAE’s New Civil Code
INTRODUCTION For approximately four decades, construction contracts in the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) have been governed by Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 concerning the Civil Transactions Law of the UAE (the “1985 Civil Code”). However, the 1985 Civil Code is now set to be replaced by Federal Decree Law No. 25 of 2025 …
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Dispute Resolution Services in UAE: Where to Find Effective Legal Solutions
Disputes can arise in many situations, whether between business partners, landlords and tenants, employers and employees, buyers and sellers, or family members. In the UAE, resolving a dispute does not always mean going straight to court. There are several practical ways to deal with a disagreement, depending on the nature of the issue, the documents …
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What is Financial Fraud in the UAE?
Financial fraud under UAE law refers to any act of deception, misrepresentation, or unlawful conduct with the intention of obtaining money, property, or financial advantage. It covers offenses like embezzlement, forgery, cyber fraud, and misappropriation of funds, which are punishable under criminal law.
Mining Development Trust Program 2026–2030
On May 13, 2026, the Institutional Program of the Mining Development Trust (FIFOMI) was published in the Federal Official Gazette, a significant update that redefines the operational and programmatic focus of this institution. This program is aimed at strengthening financing, training, and technical assistance for the national mining sector and its value chain.
Selective repurchase exemption: The CSA’s bold bid to reshape Canada’s issuer bid, take-over bid and beneficial ownership reporting regimes
On May 14, 2026, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) released a comprehensive package of proposed amendments and accompanying policy changes targeting the issuer bid, take-over bid, and early warning reporting regimes under Canadian securities law (Proposed Amendments). The proposals span amendments to National Instrument 62-104 Take-Over Bids and Issuer Bids (NI 62-104), National Instrument 62-103 …