Rent increases in Dubai are governed by strict legal frameworks that protect tenants from arbitrary hikes. Understanding the RERA Rental Index, the 90-day notice requirement, and your rights under Law No. 26 of 2007...

Starting a business with a partner often begins with shared goals, trust and a clear idea of how the company should grow. Problems usually arise later, when the business becomes profitable, responsibilities change, money is handled differently than expected, or the partners no longer agree on important decisions.

The United Arab Emirates has established one of the world's most comprehensive legal frameworks to address digital misconduct, with Federal Decree-Law No. 34 of 2021 serving as the cornerstone of its cybercrime regulation.

Moving to or living in the UAE as an expat brings many opportunities, but when family life hits a rocky patch, the legal system can feel like a maze.

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.

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.

For tech startups in the UAE, protecting new ideas is not only the law; it’s also good business. Your intellectual property can be your most valuable asset, whether you are making software, hardware, AI tools, or fintech solutions.

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

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...

Navigating the UAE's complex legal landscape requires understanding federal laws, emirate-level procedures, and free zone regulations. This comprehensive guide explores what makes effective legal counsel in the Emirates, from document-driven court procedures to the nuances of civil law principles and specialized jurisdictions like DIFC and ADGM.

In the UAE a breach of contract may occur for non-performance, delayed performance, defective performance or refusal to perform an obligation when it is due. The legal consequences depend on the terms of the contract, the nature of the breach, the loss occasioned and the remedy sought.

Inheritance matters in the UAE can be sensitive, emotional, and legally complex, especially where Sharia principles apply. Families may need to deal with property, bank accounts, business shares, debts, minor children, and disputes between heirs, often at a difficult time.

Dubai's landlord-tenant framework establishes a comprehensive regulatory system governing lease contracts, rent adjustments, and eviction procedures. This analysis examines the statutory controls under Law No. 26 of 2007 and related decrees, exploring how contractual rights are balanced against clear legal limits in one of the region's most active rental markets.

Real estate transactions in Dubai are governed by federal civil law and emirate-specific property regulations that protect buyers from delays, defects, and project cancellations. The new Civil Transactions Law introduces enhanced pre-contractual disclosure requirements, hardship provisions, and defect warranty claims, while Dubai's specialized off-plan framework establishes mandatory developer procedures and tribunal pathways for investor recovery.

Dubai's Toyota Building demolition has exposed critical questions about tenant rights and illegal apartment partitions in the emirate's rental market. As electricity disconnections force residents out ahead of the 2027 demolition, the situation highlights broader regulatory challenges around shared housing permits, landlord responsibilities, and the legal framework governing building demolitions and tenant protections.

Inheritance can become emotionally difficult when family members disagree about money, property, business shares, jewellery, bank accounts, or the meaning of a will.

Anti-money laundering compliance is a fundamental legal and operational requirement, especially for companies that deal with client money, high-value transactions, cross-border payments, property transactions, virtual assets or complex corporate structures.

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.

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.

Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on the Civil Procedure Law introduced an updated procedural framework for civil and commercial disputes before the onshore courts of the United Arab Emirates. It replaced the former Civil Procedure Code and supports a more streamlined and digitally enabled approach to litigation and enforcement.