As a key commercial hub in the Middle East region, and benefitting from continued economic growth, population expansion, and as a tourist destination for visitors from around the world...

The UAE has issued many critical changes in recent years in furtherance of its aim to establish itself as the leading business hub in the region, one that promotes a business-friendly environment.

Imagine seeing your dream car at a secondhand car dealership. You've dreamed of purchasing that car for many years, and now you finally can.

The manager of a limited liability company is required—pursuant to the Companies Law—to prepare the company's annual financial statements, calculate profits and losses...

Family businesses hold a prominent and important role in the UAE economy and, prior to this year, have done so without a flexible and robust legal framework within which to govern them.

Is the UAE the place to be and what is it about the country that is attracting such a global influx...

Corporate legal counselors in UAE are generally the ones who are dealing with commercial and business disputes between two corporations or an individual and a corporation established...

On 24 May 2022 his Excellency Dr Abdulrahman Abdulmannan Al Anwar, the Minister of Human Resources announced Cabinet Resolution No 18 of 2022 ("the Resolution")

The UAE is currently experiencing significant growth and shows little signs of slowing for 2025. To ensure that the growth does not slow and that the infrastructure keeps up accordingly...

On 23 November 2020, the UAE's official press agency announced that a Federal decree law has been issued making significant amendments to the Commercial Companies Law (Federal Law No. 2/2015)...

The United Arab Emirates issued Cabinet Resolution No. 3/2025, offering clarity on the conditions under which a merger control filing with the Ministry of Economy (MOE) is required.

Answer: In general, taking interests is a breach of the criminal law if it's between two individuals.

The rulers of UAE have always been thoughtful of the advancement of their country, be it business or otherwise. Their leadership and vision for a progressive country

The emirate of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) has now allowed 100% foreign ownership to companies in the mainland in order to attract more foreign direct investment (FDI) into the emirate.

The Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) announced that, with effect from 1 April, it would be mandatory for foreign investors to employ at least one...

The United Arab Emirates has lifted its longstanding restrictions on trade mark applications for alcoholic beverages, marking a significant shift in intellectual property policy. This development opens new opportunities for brand owners in the beverages and hospitality sectors to secure direct protection for their alcohol brands and products. The change aligns the UAE more closely with international classification standards and follows similar reforms recently implemented by Qatar.

In a significant recent judgment, Justice Sir Jeremy Cooke granted the applicants, three companies incorporated in Florida, a proprietary injunction and Stop Order...

The tenancy laws in the emirate of Dubai are subject to the rules and regulations of the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), which constitutes the regulatory arm of the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

The enactment of the Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 has marked a significant shift in the UAE's corporate tax landscape. At the heart of this law lies the designation...

At Berkley Ltd, our mission has always been to combine strong local expertise with an international outlook. With offices in Cyprus and the United Arab Emirates, including our presence in Abu Dhabi...