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Introduction As families and financial landscapes evolve, many couples in the UAE are turning to postnuptial agreements to bring clarity, stability, and fairness to their marital relationships. Unlike prenuptial agreements, which are signed before marriage, postnuptial agreements are entered into after the wedding and allow spouses to define their financial rights, responsibilities, and expectations during […]

Introduction Bank guarantees play a central role in commercial transactions across the UAE, offering security and confidence to parties engaged in construction, trade, services, and financial agreements. As a widely used risk‑mitigation tool, bank guarantees ensure that contractual obligations are honoured, even if one party fails to perform. UAE law provides a clear and robust […]

Introduction The concept of force majeure has become increasingly important in today’s global climate, particularly as geopolitical tensions and regional conflicts create uncertainty for businesses and individuals. With the recent escalation involving Iran and its impact on regional stability, many parties are reassessing their contractual obligations and risk‑management strategies. Under UAE law, force majeure plays […]

Introduction The UAE Government has once again demonstrated its commitment to humanitarian values and practical governance by announcing the waiver of visa overstay fines for residents, tourists, and visitors affected by recent airspace disruptions. This proactive measure ensures that travellers are not penalised for delays or cancellations beyond their control, and it reflects the UAE’s […]

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Courts have issued a significant ruling against ADCB bank, confirming that banks and financial institutions cannot rely on implied consent or amended terms and conditions to introduce major contractual changes such as jurisdiction clauses. The case, managed by our office, Ayesha Aldhaheri Advocates and Legal Consultants, reinforces that, financial […]

The protection of children is the central pillar of the legal system in United Arab Emirates. One of the most significant legislation in this area is the Wadeema’s Law, formally known as Federal Law No. 3 of 2016 on Child Rights. This law depicts UAE’s strong commitment of safeguarding children from abuse, neglect, and exploitation, […]