Visa Extension for Divorced Women
UAE Federal Law Number 6 of 1973 concerning entry and residence of foreign national as thereafter amended by Federal Law No. 13 of 1996 regarding the Immigration Law (Immigration law) along with several ministerial decisions governs the rules and regulations pertaining to the issuance of visas in the country.
New Administrative Fines Imposed by the UAE Insurance Authority
On 6 January 2019, UAE Cabinet Resolution No. 7 of 2019 Concerning the Administrative Fines Imposed by the Insurance Authority was published in the UAE Official Gazette, which lists a total of 204 items that are considered to be violations by the Insurance Authority and their corresponding penalties. This resolution will come into force on …
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Inheritance Under Muslim Law: Framework of Sharia Law
The principal source of law of inheritance in UAE is Shariah and on the basis of which several Federal Laws have been promulgated.
Are you criminally liable for Bounced Cheque?
Just as threatening the title of this article may seem, the consequences of a returned cheque or a bounced cheque can be similar in UAE. Unlike other countries, UAE imposes strict criminal charges against those who offer cheques with insufficient balance.
Looking for a Lawyer: Suing for Breach of Trust
Accessibility to global trade, tax-free income, innumerable business opportunities and free trade environment is an optimal location for any business venture and UAE is one such example of such a business environment. However, even in such favourable region, industrialist practices dishonest behaviour in order to gain undue profits. Dubai Legal Consultants will hereby provide you with …
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Anti-Suit Injunctions and Arbitration
Our Associate, Keshav Raychaudhuri discusses the concept of anti-suit injunctions in support of arbitration proceedings and how these can be used as a tool for specific performance of an arbitration agreement.
UAE & the Singapore Convention on Mediation (International Settlement Agreements)
In light of the upcoming ratification of the Singapore Convention on Mediation by several countries, our Associates provides comments on the Convention with a UAE perspective.
New Regulations for JAFZA Offshore Companies 2018-Some Key Changes You should Know
JAFZA Offshore jurisdiction has seen a lot of evolution in the last few years and has become the most desirable jurisdiction for owning or holding Dubai freehold properties in the UAE. The free zone authority has recently announced Offshore Companies Regulations which completely replaces the Jebel Ali Free Zone Offshore Companies Regulations 2003. In the …
Director Liabilities Under UAE Laws
Clearly outlining the duties and liabilities of managers and directors of commercial companies is essential. Looking at the legal aspect of this, the Commercial Company Law ("CCL") is the most referenced legislation when dealing with directors’ duties and day to day management of their companies.
The Importance of Registration of Trademark in the UAE
After brainstorming and investing heaps of money and time on your new business set-up, how sure are you that your company's identity is secured, no other company would use the goodwill of your business or your credibility is safe enough?