New Law Encouraging Private Sector to Participate in Strategic Project – Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Enacted on December 1, 2023, this law is a strategic initiative to foster closer collaboration between the public and private sectors. It is designed to attract private sector investment in federal government projects that hold substantial social and economic value, thereby enabling the government to execute strategic projects more efficiently. The Federal Law No. 12 […]
Dubai Court Upholds Tenant’s Right to Lease Renewal at Initial Rental Amount
The robust market conditions have led to tenants choosing to renew their current tenancy contracts to maintain previously agreed retail price and landlords looking to benefit from the market conditions and raising the rents. Facts This legal dispute centered around a one-year tenancy contract for a residential villa which spanned from 20/02/2022 to 19/02/2023. The […]
Court Approved Seller’s Right to Terminate the Sales and Purchase Agreement and Retain the Buyer’s Deposit
In a landmark case, our Litigation Team successfully represented a seller in a real estate dispute
RAK DAO and the DIFC Courts – MOU
This collaboration between RAK DAO and the DIFC Courts ensures that as the digital economy expands introducing new business models and innovative products based on digital technologies, the judicial framework evolves in tandem to support and reassure the international businesses about the region’s commitment to legal excellence in the new digital era. The following summaries […]
The Establishment of new FZ – RAK DAO
On October 19, 2023, a significant milestone was reached with the official launch of the Ras Al Khaimah Digital Assets Oasis (“RAK DAO“), established earlier in the year through RAK Law No. 2 of 2023, referred as “RAK Digital Assets Oasis” Law, under the supervision of RAK’s Department of the Future. The enactment of new […]
Urgent Advisory: Legal Compliance Deadline Looms for Virtual Asset Service Providers in Dubai under VARA Framework
In accordance with Law No. 4 of 2022 – Regulating Virtual Assets in the Emirate of Dubai, the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) the sole authority governing and regulating the virtual assets sector within the Emirate of Dubai, has enacted a comprehensive legal framework to be enacted in all free zones and mainland, except within […]
Dubai’s Commitment to Family Business Continuity: The Introduction of a Specialized Dispute Resolution Committee
The Federal Decree Law No. 37 of 2022 is a landmark piece of legislation forming part of the comprehensive Thabat (keep up) programme, a partnership between Dubai Chambers and the Ministry of Economy. Thabat reflects the commitment of both parties to support the growth of family businesses and prepare them for the opportunities and challenges […]
Dubai Court Upholds Consumer Rights in Landmark Ruling Against Luxury Car Distributor
In a decisive ruling that reinforces the rights of consumers, a Dubai Court recently ordered a leading luxury authorized distributor to refund in full the repair costs paid to the service center and pay compensation for professional errors in servicing a vehicle. This case sets a significant precedent for the rights of car owners to […]
The Establishment of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), in a landmark move to enhance its tourism and diversify its economy, has announced the creation of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). This initiative heralds a significant shift from the UAE’s traditional cultural stance on gaming, driven by the desire to attract international tourists and investments while adapting […]
Adoption of AI, ML and Blockchain Technology in Litigation
Below are the Q&As highlighting my views and thoughts on AI technology in the legal practice. Q: What applications and tools of AI have we seen to date in legal practice? Because of the capabilities of the technology, we have witnessed several impactful applications and tools of AI within the legal profession. These applications are […]
