Dispute Resolution · Litigation
Service of UK Claims in the UAE: A Guide on the UAE-side Mechanics
A practical roadmap for serving English court claims in the UAE under the 2006 bilateral Treaty — from CPR Part 6 gateways through the Ministry…
Insights
Legal Insights & Analysis
Commentary on UAE law, DIFC Courts procedure, arbitration and commercial practice — from the SK Legal team.
DIFC Courts · Litigation
DIFC Court Series – Part 6: Default Judgment in the DIFC Courts: Tactical Use vs Abuse
Default Judgment under RDC Part 13 is a tool of precision, not a procedural shortcut. How experienced practitioners deploy it for leverage in DIFC litigation,…
Rental Disputes · Real Estate Disputes
Can a Landlord Repossess an Abandoned Property in Dubai? Legal Risks & Proper Procedure
Read this article in Arabic. In recent times, landlords in Dubai have increasingly faced situations where tenants vacate leased properties and leave the country without…
Real Estate · Real Estate Disputes
Force Majeure in UAE Property Transactions: Here’s What the Law Actually Says
This article is also available in Arabic. A familiar problem regularly arises in the UAE’s fast‑moving real estate market. A buyer facing serious cash‑flow pressure,…
Cybercrime · Criminal Law
UAE Cybercrime Law: A Practitioner’s Perspective
From a disputes and regulatory perspective, cyber risk in the UAE is no longer assessed in isolation but as part of a broader legal exposure…
Real Estate · UAE Legislation
Understanding Law No. (3) of 2026: Dubai’s New Building Safety Standards
This article is also available in Arabic. With the issuance of Law No. (3) of 2026 concerning Building Quality and Safety in the Emirate of…
Real Estate · Rental Disputes
Shared Housing Law Dubai 2026: Regulation, Compliance, and Key Implications
On 27/02/2026, Law No. (4) of 2026 concerning the Regulation of Occupancy and Management of Shared Housing in the Emirate of Dubai was issued. Accordingly:…