Anti-Suit Injunctions and Arbitration
Broadly, the intention behind international arbitration, as a mechanism for dispute resolution, is three-fold: Confidentiality – most parties do not want their submissions to be brought in the public domain and arbitration more or less…
UAE & the Singapore Convention on Mediation (International Settlement Agreements)
After more than 3 years of debate and preparation, the UN Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation (the “Convention”) will be signed by several UN Member States in Singapore on 1 August 2019. …
New Regulations for JAFZA Offshore Companies 2018-Some Key Changes You should Know
Recently, Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA) has issued its new JAFZA Offshore Companies Regulations, 2018 (‘New Regulations’) applicable to all the Offshore Companies formed with the Authority and shall repeal and replace the JAFZA…
Director Liabilities Under UAE Laws
There are various provisions under Federal Law no. 2 of 2015 on the Commercial Companies Law (“CCL”) which relate to directors’ and managers’ liabilities and duty of care. The CCL is the most referenced legislation…
The Importance of Registration of Trademark in the UAE
The UAE offers opportunities in all business sectors with its hospitable business climate and has become home to multinational companies and entrepreneurs. Setting up of company in UAE is a strategic decision and investors must…
DIFC Issues New Laws and Regulations (November 2018): Key Action Points and Changes
Background On 12 November 2018, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) issued the following new laws and regulations: Companies Law (DIFC Law No. 8 of 2018) and the Companies Regulation (“New Companies Law”) Operating Law…
Bribery & Corruption 2019
Bribery & Corruption 2019 - United Arab Emirates Our Partner and Head of Shipping Department, Alessandro Tricoli has contributed to the Global Legal Insights to: Bribery & Corruption 2019. Bribery & Corruption 2019 covers key…
Five Practical Steps to Transferring Shares in a Limited Liability Company in Dubai
The M&A deal is nearing closing. You now have to transfer the shares of a limited liability company (“LLC”) in Dubai – how do you go about it? This ‘how-to’ note sets out the key…
UPDATE: New Foreign Direct Investments Law
Earlier this year, the UAE government announced that foreigners will be allowed to retain 100% ownership in UAE mainland companies. Federal Decree Law no. 19 of 2018 on Foreign Direct Investments (“FDI Law”) has finally…
