An individual wanted in another country may be stopped, detained and referred to the Public Prosecution in the UAE, notwithstanding that the alleged offence was committed elsewhere. What follows, however, is not a handover at the airport. It is a judicial process governed by Federal Law No. (39) of 2006 Concerning International Judicial Cooperation in Criminal Matters...

Foreign judgments can be enforced in the UAE onshore courts under specific legal conditions.

Navigating legal matters in Dubai requires not just any lawyer, but a highly competent one who understands the intricacies of UAE law.

This insight examines precautionary attachment (الحجز التحفظي/أمر الحجز) as a means of securing a debtor’s assets: whether an attachment can be obtained before a judgment is issued, what the court requires, how a court-appointed expert’s report can strengthen the application, whether the creditor must provide security, and the deadlines on which attachments are most often lost.

A negative review in the UAE can amount to defamation if the wording is capable of damaging the reputation of a person or establishment.

In today's fast-changing global economy, the viability of a business is no longer just a matter of profit margins or efficiency of operations.

Witness testimony plays a crucial role in UAE legal proceedings, particularly in family and divorce disputes where events may not be fully documented. However, UAE law imposes strict limitations on when witness evidence can be used, especially in commercial matters exceeding AED 50,000, and witnesses who provide false testimony face serious criminal consequences including imprisonment and potential deportation for expatriates.

A creditor obtains judgment and finds nothing in the debtor’s name. The apartment was transferred to a relative a few years ago. The business is a limited liability company. The car is registered in the spouse’s name.

Analysis of seller rights to retain security deposits when buyers default on Contract F property sale agreements in Dubai, including the treatment of additional conditions and force majeure claims.

Dubai Police offer an online criminal complaint service through their website and mobile application. This comprehensive guide walks through the digital filing process, from selecting the correct police station and case type to uploading supporting documents and understanding what happens after submission.