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Cross-border commercial operations are exposed to foreign counterparty risks, non-payment and serious delays in payments. Late payments interrupt liquidity and can critically affect the working capital and continuity of the enterprise in international trade. In order to reduce these risks, the UAE has modernized its commercial and procedural legislation, introducing structured mechanisms for debt recovery, statutory interest accrual, emergency judicial orders and cross-border enforcement.

Navigating child custody in Dubai involves understanding the critical distinction between custody (hadana) and guardianship (wilaya), a structured court process from mandatory mediation through final judgment, and how UAE family courts prioritize the child's best interests while balancing parental rights and responsibilities in both Muslim and non-Muslim cases.

On top of this, the court sends out a pre-trial checklist to the parties and a date by which the parties should complete the list.

A disagreement can quickly become stressful when money, property, employment, family interests or business relationships are involved. For UAE residents and expatriates, the situation may feel even more complicated because of unfamiliar court procedures, Arabic documentation and strict legal deadlines.

Construction disputes in the UAE frequently escalate to arbitration, with nearly 60% of DIAC cases involving construction and real estate matters.

The UAE follows Civil Law in their legal system and the primary laws governing the jurisdiction of courts is regulated by Federal Law Number 11 of 1992 the Civil Procedural Law ...

Unpaid invoices can have a serious effect on a business. Late payments can disrupt the cash flow of suppliers, service providers, contractors, landlords and trading companies, put pressure on staff and vendors...

The DIFC Court has issued its first substantive guidance on how courts should exercise discretion when setting aside arbitral awards under Article 41 of the DIFC Arbitration Law. Building on the landmark Oheo Bank v Parker decision, this new framework distinguishes between errors that materially affect award outcomes and those that do not, establishing when intervention is appropriate and when deference to arbitral tribunals should prevail.

Whether the judgments issued by foreign courts will hold a practical stance in Dubai courts is still a moot discussion.

Practitioners of international arbitration, whether as party counsel or arbitrators or institutions, are all aware of growing concerns amongst some participants about the increasing...

Fathers navigating divorce in Dubai face complex questions about custody, educational authority, and contact arrangements under UAE law. Understanding the legal framework—whether the 2024 Personal Status Law or the 2022 civil law applies—is essential before making specific requests about where children will live, who decides schooling matters, and how parental responsibilities are divided.

A Dubai Court of Cassation ruling establishes that inflation and the passage of time are valid grounds for increasing child support, even when previous orders remain in effect.

The key legislation governing extradition and international judicial cooperation in the UAE is Federal Law No. 39 of 2006 (amended by Federal Decree-Law No. 38 of 2023). It deals with the surrender of wanted persons, judicial assistance in criminal matters and the transfer of convicted persons.

Founders and investors in the UAE face a critical strategic decision when disputes arise: should they pursue arbitration or litigation? This guide breaks down the real-world differences in cost...

When commercial relationships break down in the UAE, businesses face critical decisions about legal strategy, jurisdiction, and recovery prospects. This guide examines how to assess legal advisers by focusing on practical questions: which procedure applies, what evidence is needed, and whether the proposed action connects to a realistic commercial outcome.

A financial loss, damaged property, personal injury, or serious breach of contract can leave a person dealing with more than the immediate problem. There may also be medical expenses, lost income, repair costs, business losses, or emotional distress. UAE law allows an injured party to seek compensation in appropriate cases, but compensation is not automatic.

When Article 257 of FL_TITLE31987Federal Law No. 3/1987 was issued many were worried arbitrators and experts in the UAE would end up behind bars.

A court’s successful verdict is just the start of the dispute settlement process. The UAE legislature has issued Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on the Civil Procedure Law, which came into effect on January 2, 2023, replacing Federal Law No. 11 of 1992, in an effort to solve the problems related to assets and procedural delays.