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Protect Your Brand with Trademark Enforcement Strategies in UAE
Why Trademark Enforcement Strategies Matter in the UAE The UAE is a very vibrant economy. It has international trade links and a growing e-commerce ecosystem. This makes it a hotspot for brand-building. This can sometimes give rise to a brand…
Limited vs Unlimited Term Employment Contracts in the UAE: A Complete Guide
What Are Limited Contracts and Unlimited Contracts? Limited Term Contracts The contract is said to be a Limited or Fixed Term contract, where it specifies a fixed duration of employment. It is usually 2 years or 3 years. Employment contracts…
Selling a UAE-Based Company to the U.S. Corporation: Legal and Tax Considerations
Selling a UAE business to the US Corporation is a cross-border mergers and acquisitions. This trend between UAE and U.S. companies is rising, particularly in the technology and digital service sectors. A common scenario involves a UAE-based entrepreneur being approached…
The Ultimate Guide to Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in the UAE
The UAE is an exclusive destination for Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A). Thanks to its business-friendly regulations and efficient legislative framework. A recent report by EY reveals a remarkable surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the Middle East and…
DIFC Courts vs Dubai Courts: Understanding Jurisdictional Conflicts
The UAE adopts a dual legal system of Civil and Sharia laws. This legal structure is further complicated by the coexistence of federal and local courts, as well as specialized courts in financial free zones like the Dubai International Financial…
UAE Corporate Law Changes 2025: What Foreign-Owned LMEs Need to Know
The UAE has recently overhauled its corporate law, introducing key changes that significantly impact foreign-owned Limited Liability Enterprises (LMEs). The most notable reform is the removal of the mandatory local sponsor requirement, allowing 100% foreign ownership in several sectors. These…
How UAE Free Zones and Corporate Tax Policies Benefit Foreign Businesses
The free zones in the UAE are a magnet for EU and North American companies that are looking for growth opportunities in the Middle East and even globally. The UAE economic free zones provide myriad benefits such as 100% foreign ownership,…
The Role of Technology in DIFC Courts: 2025 Innovations and Future Directions
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is a significant financial free zone that operates under its own distinct legal framework. It features an independent judicial system known as the DIFC Courts, which are governed by specific laws and regulations that…
Differences Between Mergers and Acquisitions, and Joint Ventures: Simplified for SMBs
Mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures are common strategies businesses use to grow, expand market reach, and gain a competitive edge. But they work in different ways. Mergers combine two companies by merging into a single entity. Acquisitions happen when a…
