The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known for its progressive and multicultural legal framework, adapting its laws to meet the needs of its diverse population.

The distinction between a commercial agent and a distributor is particularly important in the United Arab Emirates. Although the terms are sometimes used interchangeably in commercial practice, the legal consequences can be materially different, especially where the relationship qualifies and is registered as a commercial agency under Federal Law No. 3 of 2022 Regulating Commercial Agencies (the Commercial Agencies Law).

Over the past two decades, the United Arab Emirates has developed into one of the leading global hubs for private wealth. A combination of political stability, a favorable tax environment, modern financial infrastructure...

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued Law No. 7 of 2025 regarding the regulation of contracting activities in the Emirate of Dubai, as part of the Government of Dubai's ongoing efforts to enhance the legislative framework of vital economic sectors, in line with and continuing Dubai's pioneering vision and its commitment to exceeding global best practices.

The UAE operates under a federal constitutional system. Companies established on the mainland are governed by...

Court-appointed experts play a crucial role in UAE civil litigation, particularly in technically complex disputes involving construction, finance, and engineering. While expert reports carry significant persuasive weight, a fundamental principle remains: these reports are advisory only, and judges retain full authority to accept, modify, or reject expert findings.

With the expansion of globalisation and the growing presence of multinational corporations operating and holding assets across multiple jurisdictions...

Insurance in the UAE is a major growth lever: a financial scaffold that bolsters investment, enables trade and underwrites commercial ambition, all within a deeply regulated legal soil.

The Dubai International Financial Centre (the "DIFC") is a global financial hub that has positioned itself as a leading destination for financial services, international trade, and investment.

With the expansion of international business activities and investments, determining tax residency has become an important matter for individuals and companies that have transactions or sources of income in more than one country.

The healthcare sector is one of the most important strategic sectors in the United Arab Emirates, as it forms a fundamental pillar for achieving social and economic development and enhancing the quality of life.

Khulʿ is a legally recognized form of divorce under Islamic jurisprudence and codified in the UAE's Federal Personal Status Law. It enables a wife to initiate the dissolution of her marriage by offering compensation...

The United Arab Emirates is set to replace its 1985 Civil Code with a comprehensive New Civil Code effective June 2026, introducing significant reforms to construction contract law. While preserving the fundamental framework including the mandatory ten-year structural defect warranty, the new legislation brings material changes such as statutory termination rights for convenience, expanded engineer liability, enhanced contractor notification obligations, and refined risk allocation mechanisms that will resh

The legislation on data protection is in draft/Bill stage and yet to be passed by the Parliament. Its title is the Personal Data Protection Bill 2018 ("the Bill").

This Practice Note discusses Third Party Funding and Arbitration in the United Arab Emirates ("UAE"). In particular, emphasis has been placed on the evolving landscape relating to Third Party Funding across...

Parallel imports, commonly referred to as grey market goods, raise recurring legal and commercial questions in the UAE. While the products are genuine...

Owning a private jet symbolizes ultimate freedom, speed, and convenience. But behind the polished veneer lies a complex legal and regulatory landscape that demands thoughtful navigation.

A significant part of this growth has been driven by off-plan property sales, allowing investors to purchase units before construction is completed, often at attractive prices and through flexible payment plans.

Costs on an indemnity basis is a feature observed in common law jurisprudence, and enables a party to secure compensation to as full an extent as possible for the outlay and trouble of litigation.

Contracts play a central role in commercial and personal transactions within the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”). Under UAE law, contracts are generally binding once valid consent...