Tag: UAE Lawyers

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 […]

The UAE Commercial Companies Law – A 2025 Legal Powerhouse for Investors and Entrepreneurs Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways 100% foreign ownership now possible in most onshore sectors, boosting FDI and market access. Introduction of SPACs and SPVs offers advanced corporate structuring tools. LLC reforms lower reserve requirements and enhance governance flexibility. Comprehensive […]

Employment Contract UAE: From Drafting & Review to Labour Complaint Resolution Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways Understand the scope and impact of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and its implementing resolutions. Learn mandatory and recommended clauses for a compliant employment contract UAE. Follow a practical checklist to spot red flags during an […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Employee Rights in the UAE: Termination, End of Service Benefits and Gratuity Calculation in Dubai Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways Employee rights UAE cover termination, end of service benefits and legal redress. Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 sets the current framework for private-sector employment. Gratuity calculation Dubai follows […]

Intellectual Property Law in the UAE: Navigating Modern Innovation, Enforcement, and Opportunity in 2025 Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways The UAE’s IP framework combines federal statutes, free-zone regimes, and international treaties for comprehensive protection. Recent initiatives like the Green IP Roadmap and ecosystem projects accelerate innovation and enforcement. DIFC offers a standalone, world-class […]

UAE Labour Law: Navigating the Latest Reforms and Protections (2025 Update) Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Key Takeaways Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021 and its amendment No. 9/2024 form the backbone of private sector employment. All roles now require fixed-term contracts ; **unlimited contracts are abolished**. New provisions accommodate part-time, flexible, and gig work models. Employees […]

UAE Labour Law Resignation: A 2025 In-Depth Legal Guide Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Key Takeaways Notice periods are mandatory—30 days minimum (14 days in probation) to avoid deductions or penalties. Immediate resignation is lawful for non-payment of wages, harassment, unsafe environments or contract breaches. Employers must settle final dues within 14 days and cancel […]