UAE JUDICIAL SYSTEM EXPLAINED: FEDERAL AND LOCAL LEVEL
Introduction The judicial system of United Arab Emirates operates at two levels. It operates at a federal level and a local level. At the local level, the relevant Emirates have their own court system and judicial departments, whereas the judiciary at the federal level controls the courts and departments across the UAE.
What Are the Procedures of Commercial Civil Litigation in the UAE?
Commercial disputes in the UAE are resolved either through litigation or arbitration. While arbitration is fast growing as an effective alternative dispute resolution mechanism, litigation before the courts remains the primary channel of dispute resolution in the UAE.
How is the Travel Ban Imposed in the UAE in Terms of Financial Matters?
A travel ban, in common terms, means restricting an individual who is inside the country to exit the country and prohibiting an individual who is outside the country to enter or re-enter the country.
Law on Family Matters for Expatriates living in the UAE: Part IV
Introduction We have discussed personal status laws applicable to the UAE in the previous articles.
EVIDENCE LAW IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – AN OVERVIEW
General Overview Broadly, evidence means any information which is presented by either party in a legal proceeding to provide support in a case. The objective is to enable the courts to resolve or decide the matter conclusively.
APPEAL PROCEDURE BEFORE UAE COURTS
A decision issued by the Court of First Instance, which is the primary court, whether in a civil or criminal matter, may be appealed before the Court of Appeal.
All You Need to Know About Maritime Trade Law in the UAE
United Arab Emirates is the central shipping point in the Middle East, operating several ports in the country, which contribute substantially to the GDP of the UAE.
TURKEY: THE BANKING REGULATION AND SUPERVISION AGENCY ANNOUNCES RESTRICTION ON COMMERCIAL TURKISH LIRA LOANS FOR CORPORATE BORROWERS
Authors: Gönenç Gürkaynak, Esq., Nazlı Nil Yukaruç, Selen Sakar and Beliz İnpınar, ELIG Gürkaynak Attorneys-at-Law
Key takeaways for system vendors from the Japan Fair Trade Commission’s survey report on procurement of information systems by government offices
Introduction On 8 February 2022, the Japan Fair Trade Commission (“JFTC”) published its “survey report on procurement of information systems by government offices” (“Report”)[1].
INFORMATION NOTE ON ISTANBUL FINANCE CENTER LAW NUMBERED 7412
Istanbul Finance Center Law (“Law”) numbered 7412 which aims to make Istanbul Finance Center one of the leading global finance centers, was published on the Official Gazette dated 28.06.2022 and numbered 31880 and entered into force the same day.