Tag: Legal Services

UAE Labour Law Contract Amendments, Article 44 UAE Labour Law, Termination, Probation, Renewal, Employee Rights, and Dispute Resolution Estimated reading time: 17 minutes Key Takeaways UAE mainland private-sector employment is governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 Concerning the Regulation of Labour Relations and Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022 Concerning the Executive Regulation. […]

Property Purchase Agreement UAE: A Professional Legal Analysis of Sale, Registration, Risk Allocation, and Buyer Protection Estimated reading time: 29 minutes Key Takeaways No one-size-fits-all contract: The structure and legal effect of a property purchase agreement in the UAE depend on emirate, property type, status (completed or off-plan), and registration regime. Federal and emirate-level law […]

Dubai Law No. 17 of 2026: Establishing the Dubai Longevity Authority and Shaping the Future of Healthy Ageing Introduction Dubai has taken another significant step towards becoming a global leader in innovation by enacting Dubai Law No. 17 of 2026, establishing the Dubai Longevity Authority (DLA). The legislation reflects the Emirate’s commitment to promoting healthy […]

Corporate Tax Law UAE: Corporate Tax Compliance, Planning, Free Zone Structuring, Dispute Resolution, and Value Added Tax Interaction Estimated reading time: 23 minutes Key Takeaways UAE corporate tax law now applies widely: Not just to large corporates, but to free zone entities, small businesses, and some individuals—classification and compliance require rigorous legal analysis. Tax rates […]

UAE Corporate Tax Law: A Practitioner’s Guide to Corporate Tax Compliance, Filing, Planning, Free Zone Structuring, Reliefs, and Disputes in the United Arab Emirates Estimated reading time: 19 minutes Key Takeaways UAE corporate tax law is now fully operational, requiring businesses to address compliance as an ongoing governance function, not just a filing exercise. Federal […]

Comprehensive Legal Guide to Work Visa Sponsorship UAE Estimated reading time: 28 minutes Key Takeaways Work visa sponsorship in the UAE is governed by integrated labour and immigration laws with strict compliance obligations for both employers and employees. Mainland, free zone, and financial free zone jurisdictions (DIFC, ADGM) each operate under distinct legal frameworks—never assume […]

UAE Labour Law Working Hours: Overtime, Rest Breaks, Part-Time Work, and Penalties in the Private Sector Estimated reading time: 19 minutes Key Takeaways Normal maximum working hours in the UAE private sector are 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week as per Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 Concerning Regulating Labour Relations. Overtime is […]

Effective Mechanisms for unpaid wages recovery UAE: Legal Principles, Practical Procedures, and Related Employment Entitlements Estimated reading time: 21 minutes Key Takeaways Unpaid wages in the UAE cover much more than monthly salary—gratuity, leave, overtime, commissions, and bonuses are frequent dispute grounds. Always confirm governing legislation: Mainland (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021), DIFC Employment […]

Corporate Tax Law UAE and Maternity Leave in UAE: A Practical Legal Guide for Businesses, Founders and Human Resources Teams Estimated reading time: 24 minutes Key Takeaways UAE corporate tax and maternity leave compliance are now central to business governance—not mere administration. Corporate tax applies broadly (including to free zones and natural persons) and demands […]

Workplace Discrimination Laws UAE: A Comprehensive Legal and Regulatory Guide for Employers and Employees Estimated reading time: 38 minutes Key Takeaways Legal Environment: Workplace discrimination in the UAE is regulated by three distinct regimes: mainland Federal labour law, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) regime, and the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) regime. Protected Characteristics: […]