Habiba Wahdan
Force Majeure Regulations in Exceptional Circumstances
Given the ongoing regional geopolitical instability, which disrupts airlines and key global trade corridors such as the Strait of Hormuz, it is recommended to h...
03 Apr, 2026
Ahmed Elnaggar
Thanks for the confessions Fouad beh
When narrative becomes potential cybercrime, and when public self‑disclosure attracts legal scrutiny.
A Legal Reading of Personal Disclosure in Public Writin...
25 Mar, 2026
Ahmed Elnaggar
شكرًا على اعترافاتك يا فؤاد بيه
عندما يتحول السرد إلى جريمة إلكترونية، وعندما يجذب الإفصاح العلني المساءلة القانونية.
...
25 Mar, 2026
Dr. Habib Al Mulla
A City built on Sand? Look Again
A Response to Atbin Moayedi. The Spectator published a critique of Dubai this week. It deserves a direct reply.
Atbin Moayedi has written what he presents as a...
24 Mar, 2026
Hope Neema Barasa
The ABCs of Blockchain and Legal Applications
With the rapid technological developments and innovation of systems that reshape the way transactions are recorded, verified and enforced, it is important for u...
11 Mar, 2026
Ahmed Elnaggar
Is it legal to “Read” during working hours?!
In 2016, the United Arab Emirates issued the Federal Decree Law number 18 of 2016 Regarding Reading (the “Reading Law”), an unusual law in...
06 Mar, 2026
Behnam Khatami
Shahram Safai
Heightened Geopolitical Tensions Regarding Iran: Implications and Compliance Strategies for Foreign Corporate Entities
In recent weeks, geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran have intensified, particularly considering the US military buildup in the region. As uncertainty grows a...
04 Mar, 2026
George Paul Kuttikat
Foreign Ownership Liberalization and Its Impact on Foreign Direct Investment in the UAE
In the UAE, Foreign Ownership is regulated by Federal Decree-Law No. 32/2021, on Commercial Companies (UAE Companies Law) Article 71. This new law allowed 100% ...
02 Feb, 2026
Mohamed Darwish
Before the First Guest Arrives: How Off Plan Sales Influence Trust in Hospitality Developments
In the world of hospitality real estate, it's common for projects to be sold long before people can actually experience them. Buyers sign up for products withou...
27 Jan, 2026
Clotilde Iaia Polak
Top 12 FAQ on the UK’s DMCC Act and killer acquisitions, incorporating the latest developments from 2025
What is a Killer Acquisition?
A killer acquisition occurs when a dominant company acquires a smaller, innovative rival-often in sectors like tech, pharma, or b...
23 Dec, 2025
Miruna Lupascu
Groundbreaking Reform in Federal Commercial Law
The UAE Commercial Law is officially opening more doors and becoming more flexible, investor-friendly and modern, within the approval of the Federal Decree-Law ...
17 Dec, 2025
Ahmed Elnaggar
Why I Wake Up at 5 A.M. During Vacation
Good morning. It’s 6:00 AM during my holiday with my kids on another continent, in a different time zone, and I wanted to write this article so I can expl...
16 Dec, 2025
Ahmed Elnaggar
Why Entrepreneurs should never decide alone
When investors think about structuring their assets or investments in a jurisdiction like the UAE, the discussion immediately goes to full foreign ownership, ta...
11 Dec, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
RAK’s Real Estate Boom Is Real—But Hospitality Projects and Branded Residences Could face sudden cancellations, beware of these risks
For the past few years, the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), commonly referred to as the UAE's jewel, has been going through...
10 Dec, 2025
Mohamed Hassanein
الحماية القانونية لحقوق الملكية الفكرية الناتجة عن الذكاء الاصطناعي
تمهيد
كثيرون هم في عالم اليوم من يبشرون بسيطرة الذكاء الاصطناعى على كافة مناحى الحيا...
09 Dec, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
RAS AL KHAIMAH'S HOSPITALITY BOOM: WHAT LANDOWNERS AND DEVELOPERS MUST KNOW ABOUT LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND OPPORTUNITIES
Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) is no longer the quiet brother of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The city is rapidly transforming into a lively tourism destination with huge plans a...
24 Nov, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
Inside Dubai’s Hotel Classification Journey: How DET Shapes the Future of Hospitality and Sustainability in the UAE
The Rising Tide of Hospitality and Tourism in the UAE
When we step back and view the hospitality and tourism sector in the UAE, what we see is something far mo...
17 Nov, 2025
Habiba Wahdan
Press-Release: DMCC Announces New Financial Centre to Power Global Trade Finance and Fintech Innovation in Dubai
On 30 October 2025, DMCC the world’s flagship free zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise, has unveiled plans for a ma...
04 Nov, 2025
Hope Neema Barasa
Federal Decree-Law No. 6 of 2025: A New Era for Banking, Fintech, and Insurance Regulation in the UAE
The UAE’s financial landscape is undergoing a transformation. With its position as a rapidly expanding and internationally integrated market, the UAE has ...
30 Oct, 2025
Ahmed Elnaggar
To all the Dubai Real Estate Investors, RAK ICC Foundation is here!
It is actually true. I received an email from RAK ICC a few days ago! The recent partnership between the Ras Al Khaimah International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC)...
28 Oct, 2025
The Jurist Editorial Team
No One Can Cheat You Anymore
No one can cheat you anymore when buying second hand cars in Dubai
OS Legal and Elnaggar & Partners Win Landmark Case Over Defective Luxury Supercar with a...
28 Oct, 2025
Ahmed Elnaggar
What’s next for ADGM’s Law Firms, CSPs & Tax Advisers
What comes next and how to prepare
Author’s Update (22nd October 2025)
ADGM has now finalised and implemented the framework referenced in this article t...
22 Oct, 2025
Anastasia Shkarina
AI IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE FOR LEGAL TEAMS
INTRODUCTION
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how legal teams operate, promising significant efficiency gains and new capabilities. McKinse...
09 Oct, 2025
Hope Neema Barasa
Merger Control Laws in the United Arab Emirates
With the rise of Merger and Acquisition (M&A) activity in the Middle East, the UAE remains the country with the highest activity closing 130 deals worth 11....
01 Oct, 2025
Hope Neema Barasa
BLOCKCHAIN IN UAE TRADE FINANCE
The UAE has positioned itself as a global leader in fintech innovations and with backing from the government and progressive systems making it an attractive hub...
15 Sep, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
Short-Term Rentals in the UAE: A Goldmine or a Legal Minefield?
The Promise of High Returns
If you’ve walked through Dubai Marina or Downtown lately, you’ve probably noticed how many apartments are being run as ...
04 Sep, 2025
Amr Reda Abdullatif
Navigating the Landscape of Construction Contracts in the United Arab Emirates
1. Overview
This Practice Note provides a comprehensive overview of the legal and commercial framework governing construction contracts in the United Arab Emir...
01 Sep, 2025
George Paul Kuttikat
Doctrine of Mitigation
In this principle, when there is a breach of a contractual obligation, the non-breaching party who suffered the loss is responsible to try preventing further lo...
29 Aug, 2025
Mohamed Abdelrehiem
Beware: The Latest Financial Fraud Scheme Targeting New Businesses in Dubai
Dubai’s thriving business environment attracts entrepreneurs and corporations from around the world. However, the process of setting up a company—pa...
22 Apr, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
Construction Defects in Hospitality Projects: Legal Liabilities and Decennial Responsibility Under UAE Law
The construction sector in the United Arab Emirates is a major contributor to the rapid expansion of the hospitality industry, particularly in the market for ho...
14 Apr, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
Protecting Yourself as a Buyer: Understanding Off-Plan Property Risks in Dubai
Dubai’s real estate market has seen a lot of gain in recent times, especially in the off-plan segment. However, as a buyer, you must be fully aware of you...
01 Apr, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
Dubai’s New Sports & Entertainment Free Zone: A Game-Changer for Business and Hospitality?
At the Dubai World Trade Center Free Zone, an International Sports and Entertainment Zone (ISEZA) of Dubai would revolutionize the sports, esports, and entertai...
24 Mar, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
Critical Analysis of Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah Legal Frameworks for Off-Plan Sale Terminations for Investors
Both Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah (the “RAK”) have established comprehensive legal frameworks for the management of off-plan sale agreements, particular...
17 Mar, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
The Legal Risks Of Off-Plan Property Investments In The UAE For Hotel Owners
The United Arab Emirates is the hub of the tourism and hospitality industry, which covers the global industry, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi are the primary cities ...
10 Mar, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
UAE Federal Case No. 50/2017: Clarifying the Distinction Between Franchise Agreements and Commercial Agency Law
A major legal conflict over the interpretation of franchise agreements and commercial agency legislation emerged in a historic UAE case, Federal Case No. 50/201...
03 Mar, 2025
Hafisa Sharukh
Striking a Balance: UBO Disclosure Rules and the Right to Privacy
Inspired by insightful articles, including Elizabeth Hearst 's contributions on AMLintelligence.com, sharing my reflections on ‘’Striking a Balance:...
25 Feb, 2025
Mohamed Darwish
Protecting Your Brand: Lessons from Al Baik's Trademark Case
An Introduction
Al Baik, a renowned Saudi fast-food company, is renowned for its distinctive broasted chicken and flawless condiments. However, one of the prim...
24 Feb, 2025
Aksa Bethel Linson
UAE’s New Competition Law: A Game-Changer in Market Regulation
The UAE has taken a bold step toward encouraging fair competition and enhancing regulatory enforcement by implementing Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023, which ...
13 Feb, 2025
Ahmed Elnaggar
Indira Turdiyeva
ADGM Temporary Work Permits
In today’s business landscape, people are the asset. If you have the right ones, you win, and if you have the wrong ones, you lose. And if the right ones ...
11 Feb, 2025
Raluca Gatina
100 Wills, 100 Stories: Protecting Legacies in the UAE
As a legal professional with over a decade of experience in succession planning, I've had the privilege of drafting more than 100 wills for clients across the U...
24 Jan, 2025
Mohamed Hassanein
Fire is a Result of Tiny Sparks: Egyptian Investors in the UAE and Their Tax Obligations
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a thriving hub for company formation, investment opportunities, and banking solutions, attracting entrepreneurs and investors ...
27 Dec, 2024
Dalila Djamane
A Comparative Insight into REIT Regulations: Egypt vs. Western Markets
Abstract
This article presents an in-depth examination of the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in Egypt, emphas...
16 Dec, 2024
Hafisa Sharukh
Migration of Al Reem Island Businesses: An overnight shift to Common law under ADGM
In a significant move by Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) pursuant to UAE Cabinet Resolution No.41 of 2023, by expanding its jurisdiction from Al Maryah Island to...
18 Nov, 2024
Raluca Gatina
Digital Assets Will
The growth of digital assets has fundamentally transformed the landscape of wealth management. As the value of cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and...
18 Oct, 2024
Aksa Bethel Linson
The Integration of AI in International Arbitration: Streamlining Efficiency or Introducing New Complexities?
Introduction
Artificial intelligence is the ability of machines to carry out tasks like intelligent individuals. Arbitration, like many fields of work, has bee...
11 Oct, 2024
Aseel Zimmo
Bahrain Court of Cassation Extends Arbitration Agreement to Non-Signatories
The recent decision by the Bahrain Court of Cassation (“COC”) in Case No. 31 of 2023, issued on 8 January 2024 (“COC Judgment”), marks a...
25 Sep, 2024
Aksa Bethel Linson
Arbitration Across Borders: A Comparative Analysis of Dubai and India's Legal Frameworks
1. Introduction
India's and Dubai’s developing legal systems and vibrant economies have made arbitration an essential tool for resolving disputes. Arbitr...
12 Sep, 2024
Shireen Kapoor
UAE - Canada Double Tax Treaties
Non-residents of Canada who earn income from Canadian sources must navigate not only the Income Tax Act (ITA) but also consider the potential impact of tax trea...
10 Sep, 2024
Mohamed Hassanein
Abortion in Egyptian law
Having children isn’t always a happy incident for some women or families, this fact emanates from many reasons; some families don’t like to have chi...
09 Sep, 2024
AbdelRahman El-Sayed
AI in Arbitration: A Technological Development Towards a Better Dispute Resolution
Definition of Arbitration and AI:
Arbitration is a method of dispute resolution where the parties agree to submit their conflicts to one or more arbitrators wh...
29 Aug, 2024
