by admin | Aug 3, 2026 | Banking and Finance law, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, dispute resolution, Jurisdiction and Ruling, LawUpdates
The Dubai Conflicts of Jurisdiction Tribunal has delivered an important judgment that provides valuable guidance on the circumstances in which a genuine jurisdictional conflict exists between the Dubai Courts and the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts....
by admin | Jul 28, 2026 | Banking and Finance law, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, UAE Law
The Dubai Court of Cassation has delivered an important judgment addressing the rights of bank customers whose accounts are frozen pursuant to anti-money laundering investigations and the corresponding obligations of banks to comply with directives issued by the...
by admin | Mar 10, 2026 | Banking and Finance law, Business Law, Company Law, Free ZONE
Introduction: UAE Mainland vs Free Zone Strategic Guide The implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the United Arab Emirates introduced a structured framework for businesses to account for tax on the supply of goods and services. However, in commercial practice,...
by admin | Mar 9, 2026 | Banking and Finance law, Business Law, Company Law, Free ZONE
Introduction: UAE Mainland vs Free Zone Strategic Guide Establishing a company in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is far more than a procedural formality. It is a strategic legal decision that directly affects ownership rights, tax exposure, operational flexibility,...
by admin | Feb 26, 2026 | Banking and Finance law, Commercial Litigation, Debt Collection, Debt Recovery, Jurisdiction and Ruling
Introduction In a significant 2026 ruling, the Fujairah Federal Court addressed a recurring and highly sensitive issue in UAE commercial practice: whether a cheque issued as a security instrument can be enforced through direct execution proceedings as if it were a...
by admin | Feb 25, 2026 | Banking and Finance law, Criminal Litigation, Federal Law, UAE Law
Introduction In a significant criminal ruling issued on 28 January 2026, the UAE Federal Supreme Court addressed essential principles governing judicial reasoning, evidentiary assessment, and the treatment of substantive defenses in money laundering cases. The...