BUSINESS LAW

In a significant step toward modernising public administration, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, in his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai and Vice President and Prime Minister of United Arab Emirates, has enacted Law No. (5) of 2026. This legislation establishes a comprehensive law governing the outsourcing of government services, with the […]

The enforcement of foreign judgments is a fundamental aspect of private international law, particularly in jurisdictions that play a central role in global commerce. A foreign judgment refers to any decision, decree, or order issued by a court outside the jurisdiction in which enforcement is sought. In UAE, such judgments are not automatically enforceable; they […]

UAE has undertaken significant reforms in family law through Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024, marking a progressive shift in how alimony, maintenance, and family support are understood and applied. Rather than treating maintenance as a rigid financial obligation, the law adopts a more practical and humane approach by defining alimony as covering essential needs […]

Introduction The protection of individual liberty is a fundamental principle embedded within the legal system of UAE. The rights of arrested persons are primarily governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 38 of 2022 on the Promulgation of the Criminal Procedure Law, alongside UAE Constitution. These legal instruments establish procedural safeguards to ensure that arrests and detentions […]

FIDIC contracts are the backbone of construction projects across the UAE. Whether used by government entities, developers, or private contractors, FIDIC provides a structured framework that governs rights, obligations, risk allocation, and dispute resolution. Although FIDIC is not a law, UAE courts and arbitral tribunals regularly rely on its provisions because they reflect international best […]

The UAE Civil Code is the foundation of construction law in the country. Although many projects rely on FIDIC based contracts or bespoke agreements, the Civil Code remains the ultimate legal reference whenever disputes arise. It governs the rights and obligations of contractors, consultants, and employers, and provides the legal framework for issues such as […]