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Off-Plan Property Disputes in Dubai: Buyers’ Rights When Developers Default

  Over the past two decades, Dubai has become one of the world’s leading real estate investment destinations. A significant part of this growth has been driven by off-plan property sales, allowing investors to purchase units before construction is completed, often at attractive prices and through flexible payment plans. While off-plan investments may offer strong […]

Child Custody for Non-Muslims in the United Arab Emirates under the Civil Personal Status Law

  The enactment of Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022 on Civil Personal Status for Non-Muslims marked a significant legislative milestone in the United Arab Emirates. The law introduced a modern legal framework governing marriage, divorce, child custody, inheritance and other family matters for non-Muslims, reflecting the UAE’s multicultural society and aligning its legal system with […]

Domestic Violence Protection Under UAE Law: Legal Remedies and Court Orders Available

Domestic violence is often misunderstood as a private family issue. Under UAE law, however, it is treated as a serious legal matter that may require urgent intervention, protection measures, criminal proceedings and family court orders. The current legal framework reflects a clear shift towards protecting victims at an early stage, rather than waiting until the […]

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The Lawyer’s Guide to AI: How to Use It, When to Trust It, and What It Cannot Do for You

  By Sandeep Devanda, IT Expert Artificial intelligence is changing how legal work gets done. Here is what every legal professional needs to understand, and what the profession cannot afford to get wrong. Not long ago, AI in law belonged to conferences and pilot projects. Today it sits inside daily legal work: drafting contracts, reviewing […]

Just Passing Through? Legal Obligations Transit Travellers Should Know

  International transit travel is often perceived as a temporary and legally insignificant stage of a journey. Many passengers assume that, because they remain within an airport’s transit zone and do not formally enter the country, local laws and regulations do not fully apply to them. From a legal perspective, however, this assumption is incorrect […]

Termination of Employment: What Rights Do Employees Have in the UAE?

The termination of employment is one of the most significant stages in the employment relationship for both the employee and the employer. It often carries important legal, financial and practical consequences. In the UAE, employment termination is regulated by the UAE Labour Law, which sets out the rights and obligations of each party, including notice […]

Construction Law in Transition: Key Changes Under the UAE’s New Civil Code

  INTRODUCTION For approximately four decades, construction contracts in the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) have been governed by Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 concerning the Civil Transactions Law of the UAE (the “1985 Civil Code”). However, the 1985 Civil Code is now set to be replaced by Federal Decree Law No. 25 of 2025 […]

The Legal Framework of Non-Competition Clauses under UAE Law

  Introduction The United Arab Emirates has become a prominent destination for investors due to the wide range of incentives offered by the state and its robust legal framework, which fosters a supportive environment for economic growth and foreign workforce integration. This development has led to an increase in employment opportunities and, consequently, heightened competition […]

When One Email Costs Millions: How an Ordinary Message Can Turn into Fraud

  It started as a routine email exchange. A law firm was communicating with an overseas client regarding the transfer of legal fees. The conversation was clear, expected, and entirely professional. Nothing raised concern. Until something changed, without anyone noticing. A third party had gained access to the email chain. With subtle precision, the attacker […]

Termination and Employee Rights in UAE Free Zones

  How Are Employment Contracts Issued in Free Zones? Employment contracts in free zones are issued and attested by the relevant free zone authority, not by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). Key characteristics include: Employment visas are issued based on free zone contracts No MOHRE-issued work permit or labour card is required […]

Teacher Appointment Guidelines in Dubai and the 90-Day Rule: A Regulatory Framework for Teacher Mobility and Its Interaction with UAE Labour Law

  The Teacher Appointment Guidelines recently issued by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) represent a significant regulatory development in the governance of private education in Dubai. The framework introduces a structured system for teacher recruitment, mobility, and professional eligibility, while maintaining alignment with the broader legal framework of UAE Labour Law.  These guidelines function as part of an integrated […]