United Arab Emirates: Corporate and Company Law

The UAE's new Civil Code introduces significant changes affecting construction and Muqawala contracts, including provisions on negotiation obligations, disclosure requirements, exceptional unforeseen circumstances, and liquidated damages. Understanding these key provisions and their practical implications is essential for parties involved in construction projects operating under the new legal framework.

Abu Dhabi Global Market has removed the nexus requirement for Special Purpose Vehicles, allowing international families and businesses to establish ADGM SPVs without demonstrating a connection to the UAE or GCC region. This reform positions ADGM as a competitive alternative to traditional offshore jurisdictions for global holding and investment structures.

The Abu Dhabi Global Market has eliminated its nexus requirement for Special Purpose Vehicles, fundamentally transforming access to one of the region's most established structuring regimes. This regulatory shift moves away from geographic eligibility tests toward a governance-focused framework emphasizing transparency, compliance, and the legitimate purpose of holding structures.

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.

BLK’s DIFC litigation team recently acted in the groundbreaking Decision of the Conflicts of Jurisdiction Tribunal, Application No. CJT-005-2026.

Will AI replace lawyers in the UAE? See where AI helps with research, review and drafting, and why advocacy and legal judgment remain human.

As international families increasingly hold assets across multiple jurisdictions, questions of ownership, applicable law, and financial claims following divorce are becoming increasingly complex.

Navigating the complexities of establishing and operating a business in the United Arab Emirates requires understanding the distinctions between free zones and mainland companies, corporate structures, and the evolving tax landscape. This comprehensive guide addresses the most common questions about UAE business formation, from choosing the right emirate and free zone to understanding corporation tax, VAT obligations, and audit requirements. Whether you're considering relocation or expanding operations, und

The United Arab Emirates has introduced a comprehensive new Civil Transactions Law that fundamentally reshapes the country's civil and commercial legal framework. Federal Decree Law No. 25 of 2025 replaces legislation that has been in place since 1985, introducing statutory duties around pre-contractual conduct, expanded grounds for challenging contracts, and material changes to corporate structures and assignment rules.