Tag: Dubai Legal Experts

Annual leave is one of the most misunderstood employment rights in the United Arab Emirates. Employees are often unsure how many days they are entitled to, how leave salary is calculated, whether they can encash unused days, and what happens during probation or in free zones. Employers and human resources teams, on the other hand, […]

The United Arab Emirates has entered a new phase of financial crime enforcement. With the entry into force of Federal Decree‑Law No. 10 of 2025 Regarding Anti‑Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Proliferation Financing (the “2025 Anti‑Money Laundering Law”), the State has modernised and tightened its criminal framework for money laundering at […]

Divorce for expatriate residents in the United Arab Emirates can feel complex and intimidating. Many foreign residents arrive with assumptions based on their home country systems, only to discover that the United Arab Emirates applies a combination of federal personal status laws and special regimes for non Muslim residents, with important differences between emirates such […]

Business Setup in Dubai: Legal Structures, Formation Process and Compliance Framework in 2025 Estimated reading time: 25 minutes Key Takeaways The UAE’s legal framework is governed by federal decrees on companies, tax, VAT, economic substance and AML. Mainland, free zone and financial free zone structures each offer distinct ownership, licensing and compliance regimes. 100% foreign […]

Corporate Law UAE: A Practitioner-Level Roadmap For Corporate And Commercial Matters In Dubai Estimated reading time: 16 minutes Key Takeaways Explore entity formation through the comprehensive company formation UAE guide, covering onshore, free zones, and financial zones. Understand the interplay of commercial law Dubai, including trade licensing, regulatory approvals, and the corporate tax regime under […]

UAE Tax Law Changes in 2025-2026: What Has Really Changed and What It Means for Your Business Estimated reading time: 15 minutes Key Takeaways The Tax Procedures Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 17 of 2025) institutes a 5-year window for refunds, credits and audits. Cabinet Decision No. 129 of 2025 lowers fines and adopts a 14% […]

Understanding the New Framework for Muslim Expat Wills in the UAE Estate planning remains one of the most overlooked aspects of financial management among Muslim expatriates residing in the United Arab Emirates. Historically, the presumption that Sharia inheritance laws apply without exception has caused uncertainty for those seeking to tailor their succession plans to personal […]

Family Law Lawyers Near Me in UAE: Navigating the New Family Law Regime of 2025 Estimated reading time: 15 minutes Key Takeaways The enforcement of Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 on Personal Status from April 15, 2025, revolutionizes UAE family law practice. Navigating divorce, custody, inheritance, and support requires specialized counsel. Expatriates benefit […]

Gratuity Calculator in UAE and UAE Labour Law Working Hours: A 2025 Legal Guide Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 Regarding the Regulation of Employment Relationships, as amended by Federal Decree-Law No. 14 of 2022 and Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2023, governs end-of-service gratuity and working […]

VAT Dispute Lawyer Dubai: Expert Guidance on VAT Audit, Corporate Tax Planning, and Tax Compliance Estimated reading time: 15 minutes Key Takeaways A seasoned legal advisor can proactively safeguard your business against financial, regulatory, and reputational risks in VAT disputes. Understanding the UAE’s VAT and corporate tax frameworks is critical for compliance and strategic planning. […]