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What Are Mergers and Acquisitions? A Beginner’s Guide for UAE Businesses
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…
Structuring Joint Ventures in the UAE: Legal Considerations for Foreign Investors
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to attract foreign investors seeking commercial opportunities in the region. With robust infrastructure, strategic market access, and progressive economic reforms, the UAE offers a favourable environment for joint ventures (JVs). While recent legal changes…
7 Critical Legal Requirements for Foreign Investors Under UAE Corporate Law
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a global business hub. Its strategic location, top infrastructure, and investor-friendly policies by the government of the UAE have made it a global hub for business. The UAE government has carried out…
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…
