Gifts and Dowry under the UAE law
In the UAE, family law is stipulated under three main regulations, namely, the Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 on the Issuance on the Personal Status Law, governing Muslims across the country, the Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2022, governing non-Muslims in the UAE, except in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, and the …
“NARCOTICS IS A DIRTY BUSINESS”
Legal consequences of drug trafficking in the UAE Drug trafficking refers to the international trade of drugs. It involves production, manufacture, packaging, transportation and regional distribution of drugs, sometimes carried out by organised criminal groups. The United Arab Emirates considers drug trafficking as a serious crime as it threatens public safety and morality. The country …
Joint ventures in Dubai: Where legal structure and actual control diverge
Joint ventures are a common way to enter the Dubai market, particularly in sectors where foreign ownership is restricted or local licensing is required. Most are structured either through a jointly owned company or a contract between independent parties.
A Comparative Analysis of the New Family Law with Old Family Law
The new personal status law under Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 (“New Law”) has been enforced in the UAE since April 15, 2025 and the old family law under Federal decree Law No. 28 of 2005 (“Old Law”) is now officially abrogated. The New Law has brought in significant changes to the areas …
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‘Break Up’ to ‘Pay Up’: Child Support and Alimony Under UAE Law
The UAE law states that after a divorce, the father is obligated to provide child support for his children, under both Muslim law and non-Muslim law. Similarly, the husband may be ordered by the court to make payments to the wife in the form of alimony, unpaid maintenance, compensation, etc.
Navigating the Pitfalls of Arbitration in the UAE
Introduction While the UAE has positioned itself as a global arbitration hub, conducting arbitration there can be a minefield, especially for foreign parties unfamiliar with the nuances of its legal landscape.
HIERARCHY IN FAMILY COURT AND THE PROCESS TO APPEAL
How can a family court decision be appealed? Although it is easy to obtain information regarding family laws in the UAE, people are generally unaware about the procedural aspects of the family court process. In this article, we will look at the court procedures once a decision is issued by the Court of First Instance …
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CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION RIGHTS IN THE UAE
The United Arab Emirates has emerged as a multicultural global city with people from various countries, religions and belief systems. The country continuously works towards building a land where these communities can grow and thrive. This is reflected in the legal landscape of the country that has undergone numerous changes in the last few years.
CAN A WOMAN REGAIN CUSTODY OF CHILDREN AFTER FORFEITURE OF CUSTODY RIGHTS?
In the UAE, custody of children is governed by the UAE family law, consisting of Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 on the issuance of the Personal Status Law which governs Muslims in the UAE (“Federal Personal Status Law”), Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2022 on the Civil Personal Status, governing non-Muslims in …
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DIVORCE AND DIRHAMS
The Legal Framework of Alimony under Abu Dhabi Law In a recent development, a woman filed an application for a landmark divorce settlement of AED 1 billion, before the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court. This follows after the same court awarded an American woman in the UAE more than AED 100 million in a divorce …