Business Law and Corporate Law

On March 17, 2025, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum unveiled Executive Council Resolution No. (11) of 2025, a groundbreaking initiative set to revolutionize Dubai's business environment.

A resolution issued by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the UAE...

On 3 March 2025, the Executive Council of Dubai issued Decision No. 11 of 2025 (the "Decision"), introducing a new regulatory framework to govern the ability of companies licensed in Dubai's free zones.

A resolution issued by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the UAE...

An option agreement is a contractual arrangement where one party (the grantor) provides another party (the option holder) the right, but not the obligation, to enter into a specified transaction under defined conditions...

Force Majeure is a legal concept commonly included in economic and commercial contracts, which exempts parties from liability in the event of unforeseen natural disasters or incidents that disrupt the expected course of events, preventing them from fulfilling their contractual obligations.

Structuring real estate deals through a foundation in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has become increasingly popular in Dubai.

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.

In today's rapidly evolving economic landscape, businesses are navigating challenging shifts in the operating environment. From geopolitical tensions and the resultant supply chain disruptions to technological advancement...

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...

In 2023, the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, in the United Arab Emirates ("UAE"), made a significant leap in the digital and virtual assets landscape by launching the RAK Digital Assets Oasis ("RAK DAO")...

MiCA institutes uniform market rules for crypto-assets in the European Union.