Introduction: The Modern Evolution of Intellectual Property Law in the UAE Estimated reading time: 20 minutes Key Takeaways The UAE’s 2025 IP regime blends federal statutes, Cabinet decisions, free zone frameworks, and international treaties. Register trademarks, patents, and designs with the Ministry of Economy; copyright protection is automatic (registration optional), and trade secrets are protected […]
Police Station Assistance Dubai: What to Do If Arrested & Navigating Public Prosecution Dubai and the Criminal Case Process UAE Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways Immediate compliance with police prevents additional charges You have the right under the UAE Criminal Procedures Law to an interpreter (Art. 8), to be informed of the charge […]
Article 44 of UAE Labour Law: The Definitive Guide to Summary Dismissal in 2025 Estimated reading time: 15 minutes Key Takeaways Article 44 supersedes Article 120 with explicit, exhaustive grounds for summary dismissal under Federal Decree-Law 33/2021 (as amended). Employers must conduct a written investigation and issue a written, reasoned decision before any Article 44 […]
UAE Commercial Companies Law: The Complete Guide to the Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 – 2025 Updates and Practical Impacts Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 modernizes and unifies the UAE’s corporate framework. Most mainland businesses now allow 100% foreign ownership, abolishing the 51% local sponsor rule. […]
Family Law Lawyers Near Me in UAE: Navigating the 2025 Landscape Under Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 modernizes the UAE’s family law framework, unifying divorce, custody, and alimony rules. Expanded grounds for divorce and law selection empower couples with […]
Why You Need a Drug Offense Lawyer UAE—and Expert Support for Fraud Charges Dubai, Cybercrime Lawyer Dubai, Financial Crime Lawyer UAE & Bail Application Dubai Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways Strict enforcement: The UAE imposes zero-tolerance penalties for drug, fraud, cyber, and financial crimes. Act quickly: Early engagement of a drug offense lawyer […]
Law and Order in the UAE: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Security, Legislation, and Enforcement Estimated reading time: 15 minutes Key Takeaways The UAE’s dual-layered law enforcement system blends federal oversight and emirate-specific agility. Dubai Police exemplifies modern policing through AI, drones, and body-worn cameras. Recent laws (e.g., Federal Decree Law Nos. 31/2021, 34/2021, 4/2022) […]
Law and Order Criminal Intent in UAE: A Comprehensive Guide to the Evolving Legal Framework (2025) Estimated reading time: 18 minutes Key Takeaways Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021 is the cornerstone of criminal intent definitions and penalties. Criminal liability requires both a physical act and a moral element, per Article 39. Companies face up […]
Corporate Tax Law UAE: What Every Business Needs to Know in September 2025 Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways The UAE has transitioned from a near tax-free regime to a transparent, 9% corporate tax with a 15% Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT). Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZPs) still benefit from a 0% rate on […]
I. Introduction: The Critical Role of a Criminal Lawyer Dubai Estimated reading time: 10 minutes Key Takeaways Engaging a skilled criminal lawyer in Dubai ensures protection under Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021 (Penal Code) and Federal Decree-Law No. 38 of 2022 (Criminal Procedure Law) and safeguards and protects your rights at every stage. Federal […]