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Appeal Rights Can Lapse Before the 30-Day Limit, Cassation Court Confirms
The Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation’s recent judgment in Labour Read More
GAR Academy Spotlight: Merline Dsouza and Her Journey in International Arbitration
We are pleased to share that our colleague, Merline Dsouza, Read More
Chambers Global Practice Guide UAE: Commercial Contracts 2025
Chambers Global Practice Guide: Commercial Contracts 2025 – UAE: Law Read More
UAE Enforcement Landscape: Key Themes and Practical Takeaways
Recent developments reflect a jurisdiction that continues to support arbitration Read More
UAE Tax Penalties Reform: What Cabinet Decision No. 129 of 2025 Means for Businesses
The UAE has announced a significant update to its tax-administrative Read More
Webinar: Understanding the UAE Data Protection Law
Alsuwaidi & Company and Dubai Chambers will host a webinar Read More
UAE Updates Guidance on the Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax
The Ministry of Finance has released an updated version of Read More
Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation Clarifies Heirs’ Liability for Banking Debts
Appeal No. 812/2025 Commercial | Judgment dated 29 September 2025 Read More
Monetising Arbitration Awards: Turning Paper Wins into Tangible Value
Converting Arbitral Awards into Real Value: Navigating Monetisation in the Read More
The Role of the UAE Local Courts in Enforcing Foreign Arbitration Awards
Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards in the UAE: A Practical Read More
What Happens to DIFC-LCIA Arbitration Clauses After Its Abolition?
Understanding the Impact of Decree No. 34 of 2021 When Read More
Latest Developments in UAE Arbitration 2025: Strengthening the Legal Framework for Dispute Resolution
In 2025, the latest developments in UAE arbitration include significant judicial Read More
The Role of the Expert in Enforcement Proceedings in the UAE
Enforcement proceedings often move beyond purely legal questions. When a Read More
Cease and Desist Notices as Instruments of Legal Enforcement
We draw your attention to this engaging talk where our Read More
Advancing Fairness in Employment Litigation: DIFC Courts Issue Practice Direction No. 1 of 2025
On 9 October 2025, the DIFC Courts issued Practice Direction No. 1 Read More
Dubai Enables Free Zone Firms to Operate in Mainland Markets
Dubai has introduced a transformative framework enabling Free Zone companies Read More
The Dubai ADGM MoU Strengthening Trust in the Reciprocal Enforcement of Judgments
On 14 January 2025, the Dubai Courts and the Abu Read More
UAE Ministry of Finance Rolls Out E-Invoicing System: What Businesses and Practitioners Need to Know
The UAE Ministry of Finance, in coordination with the Federal Read More
ArbitrateAD and the UAE’s Arbitration Future: Key Rules and Takeaways
The launch of ArbitrateAD represents a turning point for arbitration Read More
Enforcement Battlefield: What Actually Happens After the Award?
Join us for a focused panel discussion taking place during Read More
Building Certainty in Succession: Abu Dhabi’s New Last Will and Testament Form
For many residents in Abu Dhabi, estate planning can feel Read More
UAE Advances Crypto-Asset Reporting with CARF
Strengthening Global Tax Cooperation The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has Read More
Understanding Dubai’s Unified Sale Agreement (Form F): Reservation, Off-Plan, or Final Sale?
The Unified Sale Agreement, commonly known as Form F, has Read More
Federal Supreme Court Clarifies Enhanced Duty of Care in Cosmetic Surgeries
When beauty goes to court, who bears the greater burden, Read More
UAE Expands Qualifying Activities and Tightens Commodity Pricing Rules Under Corporate Tax
The UAE Ministry of Finance has issued Ministerial Decision No. Read More
DIFC Data Protection Shake-Up: What Businesses Need to Know Now
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has rolled out a Read More
UAE Clarifies Arbitration Awards: Only Last Page Signature Required
The United Arab Emirates has taken a significant step toward Read More
Chambers Global Practice Guide UAE: Enforcement of Judgments 2025
We are pleased to announce that the UAE Chapter of Read More
ورشة عمل: تنفيذ الأحكام الأجنبية وأحكام التحكيم
يُقدم المستشار رضا إسماعيل حجازي ورشة عمل ينظمها مركز الشارقة Read More
Emirati Women in Law: A Conversation with Afraa Alhashmi
In this edition of Community Matters, we speak with Afraa Alhashmi, a Read More
Dubai Enhances Pre-Litigation Dispute Resolution Framework
Legal Update | Law No. 9 of 2025 Dubai has Read More
A Cross-Border Money Laundering and “Deep Fake” Cybercrime Scheme Ends with 10-Year Jail Sentence and Multi-Million Dirham Fines
Alsuwaidi & Company is proud to announce a significant legal Read More
Dubai Court of Cassation Confirms Late Payment Interest is Invalid in Islamic Finance Contracts
Cassation Judgments 595/2025 and 608/2025 | July 2025 The Dubai Read More
Real Estate Tokenisation in the UAE: Legal Foundations for a Transforming Market
Unlocking the Commercial Promise of Real Estate Tokenisation in a Read More
Alsuwaidi & Company has been recognised as the Maritime & Transport Team of the Year at the LexisNexis Middle East Legal Awards 2025
Alsuwaidi & Company has been recognised as the Maritime & Transport Team of the Year at the LexisNexis Middle East
AML Compliance Tightened for Real Estate Transactions
The UAE has introduced stricter anti-money laundering requirements for real estate professionals and developers. Entities involved in property transactions must
Golden Visa Scheme Expanded to New Professions
The UAE has expanded its Golden Visa program under Cabinet Decision No. 65 of 2022 and subsequent amendments, introducing significant updates for
UAE–US Agreement on AI Chip Imports
The UAE is finalising a deal with the United States to import 500,000 Nvidia AI chips annually starting in 2025.
UAE to Use AI in Legislative Drafting
The UAE has announced the creation of a Regulatory Intelligence Office to oversee the use of artificial intelligence in drafting
Flexible Work Models Now Formally Recognised
The UAE Labour Law now formally acknowledges various flexible work structures, including part-time, remote, job-sharing, and temporary arrangements. These classifications
Extension of Limitation Period for Employment Claims
The statutory period for employees to file claims in relation to termination or employment disputes has been extended from one
Pre-Merger Notification Now Mandatory in the UAE
As of 31 March 2025, the UAE has updated its competition law framework under Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023
Clarification on Taxation of Investment Funds and Partnerships
Cabinet Decision No. 34 of 2025 introduces guidance on the corporate tax treatment of investment funds and unincorporated partnerships. This
New Requirement for Audited Financial Statements
As of financial years beginning 1 January 2025, businesses with revenues exceeding AED 50 million and all Qualifying Free Zone
UAE Introduces 15% Corporate Top-up Tax for Multinationals
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced updates in relation to certain provisions of Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022
Intellectual Property: Asset and Share Purchases (UAE)
We are pleased to share a recent contribution by our Senior Associate, Rajiv Suri, published by Practical Law UK (Thomson