Cross-Border Disputes Archives - Fichte & Co Legal

DIFC COURTS VS. DUBAI COURTS: Resolving the Jurisdictional Divide in the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards

Ravi P. Jawani — Thu, 07 May 2026 12:49:39 +0000

The Emirate of Dubai operates two legally distinct court systems: the onshore Dubai Courts, constituted under UAE federal and local law, and the Dubai International Financial Centre Courts (“DIFC Courts”), which administer a common-law framework within the DIFC’s autonomous legal jurisdiction. While this dual-court architecture has been a powerful draw for international commerce, it has …

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Ship Arrest: The One Legal Tool That Can Stop a Vessel Overnight

Bhargavi Gadre — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:48:03 +0000

In shipping, most disputes take time. Ship arrest doesn’t. It is one of the very few tools in maritime practice that can immediately disrupt operations, create pressure, and force action sometimes within hours. And that’s exactly why it matters. What is ship arrest, in practical terms? Think of it as a legal pause button. …

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Unilateral Arbitration Clauses and How to Draft “Safe” Dispute Resolution Clauses

Anna Mkrtchyan — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:49:23 +0000

Unilateral dispute resolution clauses are common in cross-border trading and finance documents, particularly where one party has stronger bargaining leverage. The typical structure is that both parties are directed to one forum (often arbitration), but one party retains an option to sue in court (or to choose between arbitration and litigation). An already well-known 2024 …

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DIFC Courts Confirm no DIFC Nexus is Required for Recognition of Foreign Arbitral Awards

Ravi P. Jawani — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:00:45 +0000

In a further affirmation of the DIFC Courts’ pro-arbitration stance, the Court of First Instance in Om v. Ottilie (ARB 017/2025, judgment dated 28 October 2025) has confirmed that domicile, business activity, or the presence of assets in the DIFC are not statutory pre-conditions for the recognition or enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. The judgment …

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Navigating the Pitfalls of Arbitration in the UAE

Arthur Dedels — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:39:06 +0000

While the UAE has positioned itself as a global arbitration hub, conducting arbitration there can be a minefield, especially for foreign parties unfamiliar with the nuances of its legal landscape. The UAE arbitration framework is characterized by distinct regimes. Arbitrations seated in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) are …

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Enforcing Foreign Court Judgments and Arbitration Awards in the UAE: A Simple Guide

Mahmoud Ahmed — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:08 +0000

When a court or arbitration panel issues a ruling in another country, enforcing it in the UAE isn’t always automatic. Specific legal steps are required to ensure that foreign judgments and arbitration awards are recognized and executed within the country. Here’s a simplified breakdown of how it works and the potential challenges involved. Understanding Enforcement: …

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Fichte & Co Expands Expertise with the Appointment of Manik Verma as Partner – Ship & Aviation Finance

Chiara De Maria — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:55:08 +0000

Dubai, UAE – 17 March 2025 – Fichte & Co is pleased to announce the appointment of Manik Verma as Partner – Ship & Aviation Finance, reinforcing the firm’s position as a leading provider of legal services in the maritime, aviation, banking and financial sectors. Manik joined the firm on March 3rd, 2025, bringing over …

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