Why Should You Consider Registering A Will In The UAE (Video)

Learn who is the best family lawyer in Dubai for divorce, custody, support, guardianship, assets, urgent relief, and cross-border disputes in the UAE.

Child custody is an important consideration when spouses are getting divorced. While divorce in itself is a tough situation to be in, when there are children involved, it becomes a harder situation.

A will in Dubai is not just a document for wealthy families. It can decide who receives your UAE assets, who manages your estate, and who may care for your minor children if both parents pass away.

The Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 represents a major step forward in modernizing the approach to alimony and family support in the UAE.

The process of divorce can be akin to the act of replacing the engine of a vehicle that is already in motion; it is challenging, emotional, and full of steps you didn’t plan for.

Many people ask the same question before starting a divorce in the UAE: Can I file for divorce online, or do I have to go to court?

The legislative framework in the UAE that regulates family and personal status matters has undergone a substantial transformation, transitioning to a more sophisticated and inclusive system.

International HNW Family Law Round Table 2026, attended by professional lawyer Dr. Hassan Elhais.The exclusive summit was organized in Singapore by Drew & Napier, led by Shu Mei Hoon. The summit brought together the leading family law practitioners from around the world to discuss the challenging cross-border issues facing the high net worth families.

The VASP Bill was introduced on 12 July 2024 to regulate VASPs in the Seychelles.

The enactment of Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022 on Civil Personal Status for Non-Muslims marked a significant legislative milestone in the United Arab Emirates.

On 7 October 2025, the Saudi Capital Market Authority (CMA) published for public consultation draft Instructions of Simplified Investment Funds...

The United Arab Emirates has an established media regulatory framework through Federal Decree by Law No. (55) of 2023 Concerning Media Regulation (Media Law)...

On 1 November 2025, the Minister of Communications and Information Technology issued Ministerial Decree No. 816 of 2025 (the "Executive Regulations")...

Applies to all sectors and exemptions may be granted by the competent authority. Foreign workers must obtain a work permit and be duly admitted and resident for work; employers cannot employ foreigners without a permit.

On 29 December 2025, the Bahraini Cabinet approved the introduction of Corporate Income Tax ("CIT") in Bahrain, with implementation anticipated from 2027.

As the United Arab Emirates (‘UAE') and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (‘Saudi Arabia') continue to lead the Gulf Cooperation Council (‘GCC') in proposing the implementation of value added tax (‘VAT').

In a landmark decision, the Dubai Court of First Instance limited the scope of a land mortgage after finding that the financing bank had failed to channel the full loan proceeds...

The UAE has issued Federal Decree-Law No. (20) of 2025 amending key provisions of Federal Decree-Law No. (32) of 2021 Concerning Commercial Companies...

This article explores the key legal and practical factors that should be considered in planning and executing acquisition transactions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

The complexity of commercial relationships and transactions in today’s market has led to an increase in the number of disputes parties become involved in.