by admin | Jan 12, 2026 | Civil Litigation, dispute resolution, Jurisdiction and Ruling, UAE Law
Introduction The United Arab Emirates has once again reaffirmed its position as a forward-thinking global legal hub by issuing sweeping reforms to its civil justice system through Federal Decree-Law No. (22) of 2025, amending the Civil Procedures Law originally...
by admin | Jul 20, 2025 | Civil Litigation, UAE Law
There are two primary divisions of law in the world: common law and civil law. The Civil Law System, which is currently practiced by about 150 countries, is the more common of these two. There are around 80 nations that adhere to common law. However, the majority of...
by admin | May 10, 2025 | Civil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, UAE Law
In the intricate landscape of business law, not every breach is treated the same. The line dividing civil and criminal breaches is crucial—and often blurred in real-world scenarios. Understanding this distinction can make the difference between a commercial dispute...
by admin | Jan 13, 2025 | Civil Litigation
In a recent landmark decision, the Dubai Court of Cassation deliberated on a critical civil appeal involving procedural irregularities concerning the timeline for filing appeals. This case sheds light on the interpretation and application of procedural rules under UAE...
by admin | Dec 21, 2024 | Civil Litigation, UAE Law
Under UAE law, arbitration is allowed only for disputes that can be amicably settled. Disputes involving public policy, criminal acts, family law, and certain civil cases in UAE are excluded. This article highlights types of disputes that cannot be arbitrated under...
by admin | Jul 2, 2024 | Civil Litigation, UAE Law
Arbitration and mediation are widely accepted as other methods of resolving a conflict in the recent years. Due to their merits, particularly those of Civil Law in UAE, they have extensive preference over litigation. The UAE promotes these methods as a business hub...
