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    Dubai Court Of Cassation Clarifies Limitation Periods For Promissory Notes In UAE Commercial Transactions

    In a recent judgment issued by the Dubai Court of Cassation in Case Number 440-2024-329, key principles regarding the statute of limitations applicable to promissory notes were clarified...
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    BSA Law
    BSA Law
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    Legal Notices And Your Response With A Lawyer In Dubai

    When a formal breach notice arrives demanding payment and alleging contractual violations, the instinct to respond immediately to every accusation may undermine your position. Understanding what the sender actually seeks—whether payment, corrective action, or procedural compliance—enables a strategic response that addresses substantive demands without inadvertently conceding disputed points or creating inconsistencies with ongoing business operations.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
Dr Hassan Elhais
Dr Hassan Elhais
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    Digital Evidence And The Questions Lawyers In Dubai Need To Answer

    Digital communications like WhatsApp messages and emails are increasingly central to UAE legal disputes, yet a screenshot alone rarely tells the complete story. Understanding how to properly preserve, authenticate, and present electronic evidence requires careful attention to account identification, conversation context, technical metadata, and the legal framework governing digital records in the UAE.
    United Arab EmiratesLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
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    Rental Dispute Lawyers In Dubai For Commercial Leases

    Commercial lease disputes in Dubai require careful attention to jurisdiction, contractual obligations, and procedural requirements under UAE rental law. Understanding the rights attached to premises, proper notice requirements, and available remedies can help landlords and tenants resolve conflicts over unpaid rent, eviction notices, access restrictions, and property handover without prolonged litigation.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    Security In Code, Compliance In Law: SCA's New Era For Tokenised Assets In The UAE

    After the Guidelines for the Regulation of Virtual Assets and Virtual Asset Service Providers (which we wrote about here), the Securities and Commodities Authority ("SCA") has published...
    United Arab EmiratesFinance and Banking
    TLP Advisors
    TLP Advisors
  • Article

    UAE Trade Marks: When Dormant Applications Still Block New Filings

    The UAE trade mark system faces a procedural challenge where accepted applications remain incomplete for years, blocking new filings despite never progressing to registration.
    United Arab EmiratesIntellectual Property
    Rouse
    Rouse
  • Article

    Dubai's New Standards For Powers Of Attorney In Property Deals

    On 16 July 2025, the Dubai Land Department ("DLD") issued Circular No. 29/R/2025 (the "Circular"), introducing comprehensive reforms to the procedures governing the acceptance and verification of powers of attorney ("POA") in real estate dispositions within the Emirate of Dubai.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    BSA Law
    BSA Law
  • Article

    Off-Plan Property Disputes In Dubai: Legal Options For Buyers

    Investing in off-plan property can be an attractive way to buy in Dubai. Buyers can purchase the unit early, take advantage of payment plans, and potentially benefit from the property’s appreciation in value before it is completed. But things don’t always go as promised. Construction delays, project changes, disputes over instalments, cancelled developments and disagreements over refunds can leave buyers unsure of their rights.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
  • Article

    Understanding Legal Fees When Hiring Lawyers In Dubai

    Comparing legal fees in Dubai requires understanding what work each proposal covers, how costs are structured, and which expenses fall outside the quoted amount. This guide explains how to define scope, separate professional fees from disbursements, and assess payment terms before instructing counsel.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
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    Examining The New UAE Civil Code—Part 4: Compensation And Damages

    The New UAE Civil Code introduces a refined remedies framework that preserves specific performance as the default remedy while embedding proportionality tests throughout its enforcement mechanisms.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Mayer Brown
    Mayer Brown
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    FMCG In The UAE: Legal Implications Of Supply Chain Disruption And Market Adjustment

    The UAE's FMCG sector faces mounting pressure as regional disruptions reshape supply chains, distribution networks, and pricing structures. While operations continue, businesses must navigate complex contractual...
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Salt & Associates
    Salt & Associates
  • Article

    QFC Structures For Family Business Succession And Governance

    The Middle East has firmly established itself as the world's fourth-largest wealth hub, powered by rapid economic growth, government investment, and entrepreneurial ambition.
    United Arab EmiratesFamily and Matrimonial
    Charles Russell Speechlys Dubai
    Charles Russell Speechlys Dubai
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    Choosing A Lawyer In Dubai For Civil Aviation Matters

    Aviation disputes in Dubai require careful analysis of regulatory frameworks, international conventions, and contractual obligations. From passenger compensation claims to aircraft transactions and operational approvals, understanding the interplay between UAE federal law, Dubai-specific requirements, and treaties like the Montreal Convention determines whether a claim succeeds or fails.
    United Arab EmiratesInternational Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    E-Commerce And Digital Contracts In The UAE: Legal Framework, Validity And Enforcement

    The growth of e-commerce and digital business in the UAE has made electronic contracting an increasingly important part of commercial transactions. Online sales, electronic terms and conditions, digital signatures, platform agreements and automated contracting systems are now commonly used by businesses operating in the UAE.
    United Arab EmiratesMedia, Telecoms, IT, Entertainment
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
  • Article

    Descoping In Construction Contracts In The UAE

    As Heba Osman explains, in the aftermath of the 2008 global financial crisis, many employers in the UAE turned to descoping large parts of construction works as a quick exit strategy from uncompleted projects. Other employers resorted to termination.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Fenwick Elliott LLP
    Fenwick Elliott LLP
  • Article

    Commercial Dispute Resolution Q&A

    UAE has seen a considerable increase in the business opportunities and foreign investors in last decade.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    Contract Review With A Lawyer In Dubai Before You Sign

    Commercial agreements often contain ambiguous terms that can derail payment and performance. This analysis examines how to identify hidden dependencies, test obligations against realistic scenarios, and convert negotiated terms into actionable instructions that protect both parties when circumstances change.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    Debt Recovery And Payment Disputes In The UAE: Legal Process And Remedies

    Businesses and individuals in the UAE frequently encounter challenges when attempting to recover unpaid debts, whether from outstanding invoices, loan defaults, or unpaid goods and services. Understanding the proper legal procedures—from formal payment demands to court proceedings and enforcement—can determine whether creditors successfully recover what they are owed or face prolonged delays and additional costs.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
    Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
  • Article

    Dubai Alcohol Laws: Rules, Licensing And Penalties

    Dubai alcohol laws combine federal decriminalization in authorized places with emirate-level rules and strict commercial licensing. Dubai has a comparatively liberal system for personal consumption, but that does not permit public drinking, under-21 supply, or unlicensed sale, manufacture, transport, or distribution.
    United Arab EmiratesCriminal Law
    LEADERS ADVOCATES
    LEADERS ADVOCATES
  • Article

    Unpaid Business Invoices And How Lawyers In Dubai Assess Recovery

    Unpaid invoices often hide reconciliation problems, disputed deductions, and unclear payment obligations that must be resolved before pursuing recovery. Understanding the difference between an accounting balance and a supportable legal claim requires examining transaction history, contractual conditions, and the debtor's actual position to avoid wasted effort on amounts that cannot be defended.
    United Arab EmiratesInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-Structuring
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
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