Marriage Attestation in the UAE
Until recently, the UAE courts only allowed registration of islamic marriages. However, newly added legal provisions now allow non-Muslim couple to register marriages in the UAE courts.
Dubai Court of Cassation Shifts its Stance on Legal Costs Under Article 38 of ICC Rules
Introduction The Dubai Court of Cassation (DCC) has recently issued an important decision that reshaped the interpretation of Article 38 of the ICC Arbitration Rules,
Quick Overview of the Validity of Challenging the Jurisdiction of the Insurance Dispute Resolution Committees in UAE
I.Introduction Challenging jurisdiction is one of the primary defences that any lawyer will check at the initial stages of reviewing the case file or preparing their defence strategy.
Community Service Executed Without Enough Conviction May Get You Convicted
In the light of reports received by the Abu Dhabi Public Prosecution regarding a lack of commitment and discipline in the performance of State dictated punitive community service,
Can I Obtain Custody of My Children Under Muslim Family Law in the UAE After My Ex-Wife Remarries?
In the UAE, custody of children following the divorce of Muslim parents is governed by Federal Law No. 28/2005 on Personal Status Law.
Insights on the Recent Dubai Court of Cassation Ruling on Unilateral Arbitration Clauses
In a recent ruling[1], the Dubai Court of Cassation (the “DCC”) addressed the enforceability of unilateral arbitration clauses,
Can electronic evidence such as email, and instant messages through WhatsApp or other social media applications be used in criminal defamation proceedings?
The UAE laws regarding crime against people, and particularly when such crimes are committed online are strict and aim to protect people from activities that could potentially harm the victim’s reputation.
Expat Divorce in Abu Dhabi: Jurisdiction and Asset Division by the Family Court
Introduction: For expatriates living in the UAE, divorce might be a complicated process and deal with emotions.
Understanding VPN Use in the UAE: What You Need to Know
Introduction: In this fast-growing digital world, many people depend on and use virtual private networks (VPNs) to protect online privacy and safety.
DIFC Courts address abolition of DIFC-LCIA
For the first time, the DIFC Courts have provided welcome clarification on some of the issues generated by Decree No. 34 of 2021 and the fallout from the abolishment of the DIFC-LCIA and EMAC.