Choosing a court is not merely a procedural decision. In sophisticated commercial relationships, the choice of jurisdiction can influence how a dispute is understood, how efficiently it is managed, and ultimately how effectively a judgment can be enforced. For certain...
DIFC Funds & Asset Management A legal and regulatory guide to fund managers, domestic fund vehicles, investor classifications and the DFSA authorisation pathway. Current framework reviewed as at 25 August 2026 Dr. Abdultaiyab Bahrainwala & Jouslin KhairallahKH...
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....
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts have introduced Practice Direction No. 1 of 2026 – Adjournment of Hearings, providing a comprehensive procedural framework governing requests to adjourn hearings before the DIFC Courts. Signed by Chief Justice...
Introduction The question of Dubai Courts vs DIFC Courts jurisdiction was definitively addressed by the Conflict of Jurisdiction Tribunal on 26 January 2026 in Application No. 06/2025, a landmark ruling concerning a complex insurance and reinsurance dispute between a...
A New Regulatory Era for Crypto Assets in DIFC On 12 January 2026, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) brought into force a significantly enhanced regulatory framework governing Crypto Tokens within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). These...
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