A dual legal structure exists in the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) legal system, at the intersection of a federal judiciary and two financial free zones. The free zones (Dubai International Financial Centre (“DIFC”) and the Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”)) have...
Arbitration is described as an alternative to traditional court litigation, offering businesses a cost-effective and flexible way to resolve disputes while maintaining professional relationships. In the UAE, the arbitration process has been refined to align with...
On November 6, 2024, the Dubai Court of Cassation issued a noteworthy judgment regarding the enforceability of arbitration clauses in subcontract agreements. This case highlights critical legal aspects surrounding arbitration agreements and the conditions under which...
In the realm of UAE judicial processes, an interesting judgment was recently issued by Dubai’s Court of Cassation, which has highlighted essential aspects of arbitration clauses, particularly unilateral arbitration agreements and their compatibility with the UAE...
In an important decision recently handed down by the Court of Cassation in Dubai, the court reaffirmed the central role of the Dubai judiciary in resolving complex insurance disputes. The ruling, which focuses on jurisdictional matters and the allocation of...
In construction disputes, particularly between contractors and property developers, the intricacies of contract enforcement, project completion, and compensation claims can become highly contentious. One such case recently came before the Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation,...
KH Legal is the trading name of Khairallah Advocates & Legal Consultants L.L.C, licensed by the Government of Dubai, Department of Economy and Tourism, under Commercial Licence No. 619338.
