Dispute Resolution Archives - Fichte & Co Legal Legal Firm in Dubai Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:12:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://fichtelegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-Favicon-32x32.png Dispute Resolution Archives - Fichte & Co Legal 32 32 Ship Arrest: The One Legal Tool that can Stop a Vessel Overnight https://fichtelegal.com/ship-arrest-the-one-legal-tool-that-can-stop-a-vessel-overnight/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ship-arrest-the-one-legal-tool-that-can-stop-a-vessel-overnight Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:06:31 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=45091 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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]]> A Recognized Port of Refuge in the UAE? https://fichtelegal.com/a-recognized-port-of-refuge-in-the-uae/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-recognized-port-of-refuge-in-the-uae Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:42:34 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=44447 There has been an alarming increase in ship casualties in recent years, often caused by fire in containers, in holds or in the engine room. Recent casualties in the MENA region include the MAERSK FRANKFURT (fire and explosion), the ASL BAUHINIA (fire in Containers on board) and the WAN HAI 503 (fire and explosions), all …

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]]> The UAE Aviation Finance Market and the Country’s Role as a Global Aviation Hub https://fichtelegal.com/the-uae-aviation-finance-market-and-the-countrys-role-as-a-global-aviation-hub/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-uae-aviation-finance-market-and-the-countrys-role-as-a-global-aviation-hub Thu, 04 Sep 2025 12:40:35 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=44418 The United Arab Emirates has established itself as a significant player in the global aviation sector, demonstrating excellence as both a pivotal air transport hub and a leader in the domains of aviation finance and aircraft leasing. Dubai International Airport (DXB) welcomed a record high of 23.4 million passengers in Q1 of 2025, making it …

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]]> Navigating the Pitfalls of Arbitration in the UAE https://fichtelegal.com/navigating-the-pitfalls-of-arbitration-in-the-uae/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=navigating-the-pitfalls-of-arbitration-in-the-uae Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:39:06 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=44389 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 https://fichtelegal.com/enforcing-foreign-court-judgments-and-arbitration-awards-in-the-uae-a-simple-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=enforcing-foreign-court-judgments-and-arbitration-awards-in-the-uae-a-simple-guide Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:08 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=43902 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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]]> Understanding the Jurisdiction, Powers, Function and Fees of the Insurance Committee for Settling and Resolving Insurance Disputes https://fichtelegal.com/understanding-the-jurisdiction-powers-function-and-fees-of-the-insurance-committee-for-settling-and-resolving-insurance-disputes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=understanding-the-jurisdiction-powers-function-and-fees-of-the-insurance-committee-for-settling-and-resolving-insurance-disputes Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:50:21 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=44256 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has established a unified regulatory body for the insurance and banking sectors, known as the Ombudsman Unit for the United Arab Emirates “Sanadak” (operating under the UAE Central Bank) Sanadak commenced operations on 07 March 2024, replacing the former Banking and Insurance Dispute Settlement Unit (BIDRU). The recently issued Federal Administrative …

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]]> Fichte & Co Expands Expertise with the Appointment of Manik Verma as Partner – Ship & Aviation Finance https://fichtelegal.com/fichte-co-expands-expertise-with-the-appointment-of-manik-verma-as-partner-ship-aviation-finance/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fichte-co-expands-expertise-with-the-appointment-of-manik-verma-as-partner-ship-aviation-finance Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:55:08 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=43992 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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]]> New Amendments To UAE Federal Decree Law No. 33/2021 on Labour Relations https://fichtelegal.com/new-amendments-to-uae-federal-decree-law-no-33-2021-on-labour-relations/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-amendments-to-uae-federal-decree-law-no-33-2021-on-labour-relations Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:19:58 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=43551 On 29 July 2024, the new Federal Decree Law No. 9/2024 was enacted and introduced significant amendments to certain provisions of Federal Decree Law No. 33/2021, which governs labor relations. These changes, effective from 31 August 2024, brought notable innovations to Article 54 (on individual labour disputes) and Article 60 (on penalties) of Federal Decree …

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]]> Introducing Sanadak: UAE’s first Ombudsman Unit for Financial and Insurance Consumer Disputes https://fichtelegal.com/introducing-sanadak-uaes-first-ombudsman-unit-for-financial-and-insurance-consumer-disputes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=introducing-sanadak-uaes-first-ombudsman-unit-for-financial-and-insurance-consumer-disputes Thu, 28 Mar 2024 06:00:40 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/update-uae-corporate-tax-registration-deadlines-2/ The UAE has taken a significant step towards enhancing consumer trust and protecting consumer rights with the introduction of the new ombudsman unit, “Sanadak”. This move follows the merger of the UAE Insurance Authority with the Central Bank of the UAE in 2020, forming a unified regulatory body for both insurance and banking sectors. The …

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]]> New Commercial Agency Law in the UAE – Key Takeaways https://fichtelegal.com/new-commercial-agency-law-in-the-uae-key-takeaways/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-commercial-agency-law-in-the-uae-key-takeaways Thu, 09 Feb 2023 01:49:40 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/new-commercial-agency-law-in-the-uae-key-takeaways/ The commercial agency framework in UAE has been a key element of commerce. This enables foreign companies or freezone companies to distribute, offer and negotiate the sale or purchase of goods and services on its behalf within the UAE, through commercial agents in return for commission or profit. These companies can thus offer their products …

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