Interim Measures In Judicial Proceedings In UAE

1) What conditions must be met for the application of interim measures in the UAE?

In the UAE, precautionary measures are available to protect rights and interests before a final judgment is issued in cases. 

To apply for these measures, a petition must be filed with either the court looking at the substantive case or with the judge of urgent matters in any of the following situations:

1. When creditor seeks a restraining order (interim freeze order) against properties of its debtor to secure the creditors' rights, however only in the following events:
   
   
   • If the debtor has no permanent place of residence in the UAE;
   • If there is a risk that the debtor syphons, hides, or transfers titles of its assets, such risk must be substantiated with concrete evidence;