A recent Dubai Court of Appeal judgment underscores a critical procedural principle in arbitration: tribunals must not award relief that was never expressly requested by
Explore the critical role of maritime law in global trade, its evolution through history, and the challenges posed by technological advancements like autonomous shipping. Learn
As global tariff wars escalate, small consumer goods—from smart appliances to everyday electronics—are caught in the crossfire. Rising import taxes and supply chain disruptions are
Pathological clauses in arbitration agreements—those that are vague, contradictory, or incomplete—pose significant challenges to dispute resolution. This paper examines how such clauses are treated in
The Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation recently annulled an arbitration award, emphasizing the mandatory requirements for valid arbitration agreements under UAE Arbitration Law. The ruling
M&CO continues to strengthen its position as a leading law firm in the Middle East, and Tariq Khan’s appointment further solidifies its commitment to providing
The Dubai Court of Cassation (DCC) has ruled that unilateral arbitration clauses, which grant one party exclusive discretion to choose arbitration as a dispute resolution
Challenging jurisdiction is a critical defense strategy that lawyers often evaluate at the outset of a case. This article explores the jurisdictional scope of the
The Dubai Court of Cassation (DCC) has ruled that unilateral arbitration clauses, which grant one party exclusive discretion to choose arbitration as a dispute resolution
The 2024 amendments to UAE’s Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021 introduce enhanced penalties for non-compliance and bolster worker protections. These changes aim to ensure fair labour
Mergers and joint ventures are strategic activities that significantly enhance business capabilities in terms of expertise, resources, market reach, and competitiveness. While both involve collaboration
A non-compete clause (or non-competition clause), is a clause in an employment contract that prevents or restricts an employee from any activity that directly competes
Debt Recovery is a critical aspect of financial transactions, crucial for individuals and businesses alike; hence efficient recovery of unpaid debts is vital for maintaining
In May 2024, the Dubai International Financial Centre Authority (“DIFCA”) issued a Consultation Paper in relation to certain proposed amendments to DIFC Law No. 3
Emiratization is the UAE government's initiative to increase the number of UAE Nationals employed in the public and private sectors. (Note, the remainder of these
As part of the continuous efforts of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) to assist corporate taxpayers to understand and manoeuvre through the complexities of the
AI has become a focal point across news platforms, dominating discussions on social media and prompting government attention due to concerns over its potential misuse.
The article discusses the UAE’s new law which aims to fortify the legal framework and processes to combat potential money laundering and the financing of
The article discusses the UAE’s new law which aims to fortify the legal framework and processes to combat potential money laundering and the financing of
The recent announcement by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) regarding the launch of arbitrateAD, officially known as the Abu Dhabi International
We are excited to announce the participation of our Founding Partner, Dr Mahmood Hussain as a speaker at the inaugural India-MENA Arbitration Summit, scheduled to
On the 8th of February, our Founding Partner, Dr Mahmood Hussain will participate as a panelist for the event "Legal Insights for Efficiently Managing Construction
We are pleased to announce that our Principal Associate, Sridevi Sidharthan from our Corporate/Commercial department has been recognized as a leading author in the Lexology
The article discusses the UAE’s new law which aims to fortify the legal framework and processes to combat potential money laundering and the financing of
Mediation is increasingly becoming the preferred default option for dispute resolution as it may offer unique solutions, stronger confidentiality, and safeguard relationships and can be
The United Arab Emirates recently enacted Federal Decree-Law No. 31/2023 (the “New Law”), which supersedes the previously issued Federal Law No. 19/2020 Regarding Trusts (the
This paper describes, compares and examines the Amendment Law with the Federal Law No.6 of 2018 on Arbitration. Also, it studies the possible effects of
This article examines the authority of competent courts and arbitral tribunals to establish relevant regulations in instances where parties are unable to reach a consensus
A significant benefit of opting for arbitration is the authority of the arbitral tribunal to award and allocate legal costs. When cases are brought before
On the 15th of December 2020, Decree no. 33 of 2020 regarding the establishment of the special judicial committee for incomplete and Cancelled Real Estate
UAE has been steadfast in their commitment made under the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Related Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting
Dubai Court of Cassation 1603/ 2022 (Commercial) verdict dated 30 March 2023 is a noteworthy verdict in the domestic legal landscape of Arbitration law and
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