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New Procedures For Dispute Settlement And Enforceability Of Settlement Agreements Under Law No. 9 Of 2025

Dubai Law No. 9 of 2025 (the "Amendment Law"), which came into effect on 17 July 2025, introduces key amendments to Dubai Law No. 18 of 2021 regulating conciliation procedures...

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Al Tamimi & Company

Judicial Authority Recalibrated: Dubai Court Of Cassation Considers Binding Jurisdiction Of The Centre For Amicable Settlement Of Disputes, Affirms Its Nature As A Judicial Body

In a groundbreaking judgment rendered on 16 July 2025, the Dubai Court of Cassation has categorically recalibrated the legal identity and authority of the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes...

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

The Middle East Files (Podcast)

In the second episode of Season 2 of our 'Across the Pond' podcast, Charles and Kwadwo are joined by colleague Gerard Moore, who leads the International Arbitration...

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Mayer Brown

Medical Negligence And It's Liabilities Under UAE Law

Medical practitioners form one of the most important professions in the world. The significance of this profession results in a high number of responsibilities on individuals in the medical field.

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai Courts' Finding On Arbitral Tribunal's Authority To Issue Interim Measures, Including Anti-Suit Injunctions

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Al Tamimi & Company

Legal Insights On Medical Negligence In UAE | UAE Medical Negligence Explained (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Addressing Defamation In The Digital Age: UAE's Perspective (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai Expands Jurisdiction Of The Centre For Amicable Settlement Of Disputes: What's New?

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

How To Authorize A Friend On Your Behalf? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Rebuilding The Framework: Dubai Law No. 2 Of 2025 Reshapes DIFC Courts' Legislative Landscape

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Recognition Of "Without Prejudice" In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Fenwick Elliott LLP

Reciprocity Of Foreign Judgements And Cross-Jurisdictional Litigation – From The UAE Perspective

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

Legal And Regulatory Updates May, 2025

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

What Are The Types Of Compensation In The UAE? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What UAE Construction Cases Reveal About Contract Risk

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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Al Tamimi & Company

UAE Family Law: Putting Children's Interests First And Safeguarding Their Rights (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Here's What Businesses Should Know About The Future Of Due Diligence Finance

Worldwide Finance

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IMC Group

Marina El Hachem On Dubai Eye: Legal Risks Of AI In The Workplace (Video)

United Arab Emirates Technology

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BSA Law

Tax Considerations: Moving From Canada To The UAE

United Arab Emirates Tax

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New Procedures For Dispute Settlement And Enforceability Of Settlement Agreements Under Law No. 9 Of 2025

Dubai Law No. 9 of 2025 (the "Amendment Law"), which came into effect on 17 July 2025, introduces key amendments to Dubai Law No. 18 of 2021 regulating conciliation procedures...

United Arab Emirates Litigation

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Judicial Authority Recalibrated: Dubai Court Of Cassation Considers Binding Jurisdiction Of The Centre For Amicable Settlement Of Disputes, Affirms Its Nature As A Judicial Body

In a groundbreaking judgment rendered on 16 July 2025, the Dubai Court of Cassation has categorically recalibrated the legal identity and authority of the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes...

United Arab Emirates Litigation

HM

Habib Al Mulla and Partners

New Judicial Guidance On Non-Marital Financial Disputes Between Spouses – Decision No. (24) Of 2025

In a significant development, the Personal Status Court in Dubai has issued Decision No. (24) of 2025, dated 15 July 2025, providing clarity on the court's jurisdiction over financial disputes between spouses.

United Arab Emirates Family

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HAS Law Firm

Navigating Legal Jurisdiction In UAE Contracts: A Complex Landscape

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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BSA Law

The Middle East Files (Podcast)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Mayer Brown

Dubai Courts' Finding On Arbitral Tribunal's Authority To Issue Interim Measures, Including Anti-Suit Injunctions

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Al Tamimi & Company

What UAE Construction Cases Reveal About Contract Risk

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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Al Tamimi & Company

Sharjah's Real Estate Reform: A New Era For Property Investment

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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BSA Law

Time To Claim Your Debt: Legal Procedures And Case Filing (Video)

United Arab Emirates Finance

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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Court Procedure

UAE Family Law: Putting Children's Interests First And Safeguarding Their Rights (Video)

The UAE is not a signatory to Reciprocal Enforcement of Maintenance Orders (REMO).

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

How To Authorize A Friend On Your Behalf? (Video)

How can I authorize a friend to handle my legal matters on my behalf in the UAE? Check out this wonderful 2D animated video, prepared by Dr. Hassan Elhais...

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Silence Or Extended Decisions? Navigating UAE Tax Disputes Resolution Committees Decisions Regime And Latest Judicial Trend

In the UAE's rapidly developing tax landscape, the procedures for resolving disputes have become increasingly relevant to businesses and individuals alike.

United Arab Emirates Tax

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Reciprocity Of Foreign Judgements And Cross-Jurisdictional Litigation – From The UAE Perspective

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

Gupta Brothers Arrested In Dubai, Understanding The UAE's Extradition Process (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Latest Amendment Of The Civil Procedures Law Introduces A New Concept

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

"Costs On An Indemnity Basis" A Comparative Analysis Of Legal Frameworks, Principles And Practices In Court Systems And International Arbitrations

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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HAS Law Firm

Misuse Of The Right To Litigate

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

International Arbitration Comparative Guide

United Arab Emirates Litigation

Arbitralis

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Trials & Appeals & Compensation

Landmark Ruling On Contractual Attorney Fees: Dubai Court Of Cassation Affirms The Binding Nature Of Fee Clauses

In a precedent-setting judgment issued on 23 July 2025, the Dubai Court of Cassation in Cassation Appeal 503 of 2025 Commercial established a critical legal principle affirming...

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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ADG Legal

Court Of Cassation Overturns A Conviction In Major Tax Evasion Case

In a ruling reinforcing the principle that "Criminal judgments shall not be based on suspicion or probability, but rather on certainty and conviction" ADG Legal, represented by senior advocate Jaber Al Ameeri, ...

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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ADG Legal

Navigating Legal Jurisdiction In UAE Contracts: A Complex Landscape

In the United Arab Emirates, the legal framework governing contractual relationships between private parties is primarily set out in Federal Law No. 11 of 1992 on the Civil Procedures Code...

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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BSA Law

Dubai Courts' Finding On Arbitral Tribunal's Authority To Issue Interim Measures, Including Anti-Suit Injunctions

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Al Tamimi & Company

UAE Family Law: Putting Children's Interests First And Safeguarding Their Rights (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai Expands Jurisdiction Of The Centre For Amicable Settlement Of Disputes: What's New?

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

Federal Supreme Court Rules On The 200% Penalty Cap: A Defining Moment For UAE Tax Penalties Regime

United Arab Emirates Tax

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Recognition Of "Without Prejudice" In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Fenwick Elliott LLP

Reciprocity Of Foreign Judgements And Cross-Jurisdictional Litigation – From The UAE Perspective

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

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Personal Injury

What Are The Laws On Suicide Attempts In The UAE? (Video)

Dr. Hassan Elhais explains how under UAE law, committing suicide is a crime.

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

From Accident To Advocacy: Dubai's Personal Injury Legal Experts

When life takes an unexpected turn and you find yourself facing the aftermath of an accident, you need compassionate support and fierce advocacy to protect your rights and seek justice.

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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MIO Law Firm

Moral Damages In UAE Law: A Recent Landmark Case

Moral damages, non-material or non-pecuniary damages, are a significant part of Federal Law No. 5/1985 on the Civil Transactions Law (Civil Code) in the UAE.

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Legal Consequences Are Associated With Assault In The UAE? Understanding Violent Crimes

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Out Of Time? Limitation In Common And Civil Law And Enforcement Challenges

Worldwide Litigation

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HAS Law Firm

What Are The Jail Terms And Penalties For Abortion Cases In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Are The General Policies In Commercial Liabilities In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Legal Actions About Emotional Distress In The Country

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

High Court Finds Tort Jurisdictional Gateway Satisfied In Fraud Case Where Only Indirect Harm Suffered In England

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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Latest Videos

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Credit Card Litigation In The UAE | Merchant Disputes & Chargebacks (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dr. Hassan Talks: Applicability Of Court Stays In UAE Courts (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

BSA Case Files: OCTAVIA Vs ASTALIA (Video)

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BSA Law

The Dispute Resolution Question Time 2019 (Video)

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BSA Law

Understanding The UAE's New Arbitration Law (Video)

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Clyde & Co

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