The protection of one’s wealth and legacy are the least understood aspect of life in the UAE. In the absence of a Will, transferring your assets after death could take longer and be more expensive. Whether you’re a Muslim national or non-Muslim expat, having a Will in place, with the help of a legal consultant, […]
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What Not to Put in Your Will? Making a Will is highly encouraged by international law firms in Dubai. Under the Law of Inheritance, if a deceased expat does not have a Will, the UAE courts will decide the distribution of your assets. A Will is a legal document that secures and distributes your assets
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A property is considered to be “lost” if the rightful owner has parted with it involuntarily or is ignorant of its location. It is a current issue that any attorney in Dubai is familiar with. The good news is, if you have lost property in the UAE, then there’s a great chance you’ll get it
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The UAE Cabinet approves key decree amending Commercial Transactions Laws pertaining to bounced cheques and issuance of cheques without value As part of the UAE’s continuous efforts to strengthen the country’s position and role as a leading hub for business and embracing major players in the commercial and economic sphere, the UAE Cabinet approved a
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In line with its robust reforms to boost the country’s economic and social standing, the UAE announced on Saturday major changes to several personal and family laws affecting a large number of people both residing within the UAE and/or merely visiting. This broadening of personal freedoms not only enhances the UAE’s efforts towards tolerance, but
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In response to an assessment of the UAE’s tax framework by the European Union (‘EU’), the UAE introduced a Resolution on the Economic Substance Regulations (the ‘Regulations’) on 30 April 2019. The Regulations require UAE mainland and free zone companies and other UAE business forms (including Dubai International Financial Centre (‘DIFC’) and Abu Dhabi Global
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In response to an assessment of the UAE’s tax framework by the European Union (‘EU’), the UAE introduced a Resolution on the Economic Substance Regulations (the ‘Regulations’) on 30 April 2019. The Regulations require UAE mainland and free zone companies and other UAE business forms (including Dubai International Financial Centre (‘DIFC’) and Abu Dhabi Global
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The growing increase in international travel and trade has led to a parallel emergence of global threats such as disease and other health risks. The Public Health Emergencies of International Concern (PHEIC) have also raised questions regarding fulfillment of contractual obligations in domestic and international contracts. PHEIC have only been implemented five times in the
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Legislation has been introduced over the past few years to regulate the ownership of property in Dubai to protect purchaser’s rights in relation to off-plan sales and to address the tensions and conflicts that have ensued between developers, investors and financiers, especially after the economic downturn in Dubai in late 2008. Ownership of Freehold Property
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