Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) serve as a strategic tool for businesses to expand their operations and significantly increase their market reach. By forming partnerships with other companies, businesses can effectively enter new markets, leverage valuable resources such as expertise, talent, and infrastructure, and diversify their offerings. M&A allows companies to enhance their competitive position in…
A tenant operating a business from a commercial property in Dubai. Almost a year later, the landlord executed a mutual Lease Termination Agreement with the tenant, which provided that the property be vacated and handed over to the landlord instead of further renewal as per law. However, later the landlord issued a 12-month eviction notice…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has established itself as a global hub for trade, investment and cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Its business-friendly environment, strategic location and free-zone structures such as DIFC and ADGM makes it very attractive for investors. However, cross-border transactions bring complex contractual, regulatory and dispute-resolution challenges that require careful legal planning to…
The United Arab Emirates’ Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 Regarding the Regulation of Employment Relationship (the “New Labour Law“)1, which took effect in early 2022, represents the most significant legislative overhaul of private sector employment in decades. This framework is designed to enhance workforce flexibility and attract global talent while mandating structured contractual terms….
I. Introduction The legal framework governing corporate insolvency in the United Arab Emirates operates as a distinct, layered system, comprising the federal Civil Law jurisdiction (the Mainland) and autonomous Common Law financial free zones (the Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, and the Abu Dhabi Global Market, ADGM). The repeal of the historically problematic Federal Decree-Law…
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are big moves that can transform a business whether it’s about expanding into new markets, gaining fresh expertise or staying competitive. For UAE businesses, M&A opportunities are growing fast as the region attracts global investors and encourages cross-border partnerships. If you’re new to the concept, this guide will walk you through…
Russian Arbitration Center at DAW Dubai, UAE | November 2024 Sameer once again attended the Russian Arbitration Center (RAC) event at Dubai Arbitration Week, where current UAE court judges participated in a lively discussion on arbitration jurisprudence. The panel featured H.E. Justice Nabil Omran, Dr. Moosa AlAzri, Dr. Hamed Merah, Yury Babichev, and Evgeny Rashchevsky,…
Climate-Proofing Construction Dubai, UAE Sameer attended an important discussion on climate-proofing construction, moderated by Sachin Kerur. The panel explored responsibility, risk allocation, preventative strategies, and resilience planning in response to extreme weather events. Expert speakers included Gurminder Singh Sagoo, Andrei-Traian Steau, Laith Haboubi, and Christopher Edwards, who shared their perspectives on regulatory and contractual challenges…
Oxbridge Alumni in the UAE Dubai, UAE Sameer joined fellow Oxbridge Alumni in the UAE for a breakfast discussion on pressing legal issues. Topics included real estate transactions, rental property regulation, and broader developments within the UAE’s property sector. “It was an energising start to the day,” Sameer reflected. “Conversations like these provide a valuable…
Algovisory Real Estate Dubai, UAE Sameer met with Chris Francis and his team at Algovisory Real Estate to discuss the impact of UAE’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws on the real estate sector. The conversation addressed elements of the newly issued guidelines from the Executive Office for Control & Non-Proliferation, including how to identify suspicious transactions…
