The New UAE Commercial Companies Law – A First Look
August 17, 2015
We highlight the changes which the new UAE Commercial Companies Law (Federal Law No.2 of 2015) introduces.
A lesson in trademark protection
July 21, 2015
Educational establishments work hard to build reputations as trusted and leading education providers within local communities and globally. Investing in trademark protection can ensure that exclusive …
Do I need a DIFC will?
July 18, 2015
With the opening of the Wills and Probate Registry in the DIFC, it is now possible to register a will in Dubai and have a high degree of confidence that it will be enforced.
DFSA imposes record fine on Deutsche Bank
July 18, 2015
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) imposes its largest fine to date on Deutsche Back AG Dubai (DIFC Branch), sending a strong signal that DFSA is both independent and unafraid to take on well-resourced opponents.
Abu Dhabi Global Market starts first phase of activities
July 18, 2015
Effective 15 June 2015, the Abu Dhabi Global Market began accepting license applications from existing non-financial service tenants of Al Maryah Island that have either a private limited or branch office legal structure.
Dubai Statistics Center – you may be next!
July 2, 2015
Companies in the Emirate of Dubai have recently been receiving questionnaires requesting detailed information about their business, including financial information…
Free Zones in the UAE – an overview
July 2, 2015
Strategically located between Europe, Africa and Asia, the United Arab Emirates has become a hub for trade and commerce throughout the world …
UAE Competition Law – All bark and no bite?
July 2, 2015
Federal Law No. 4 of 2012 on the regulation of competition (the “Competition Law”) introduced a regime for the regulation of anti- competitive behavior in the UAE which previously did not exist …
Clyde & Co’s Middle East Deal Study 2015
June 24, 2015
Law firm Clyde & Co recently published its second Middle East Deal Study. Based on the firm’s analysis of data from M&A and JV transactions on which they worked in the region over the last 18 …
Clyde & Co’s Middle East Deal Study 2015
June 24, 2015
Law firm Clyde & Co recently published its second Middle East Deal Study. Based on the firm’s analysis of data from M&A and JV transactions on which they worked in the region over the last 18 …
The perils for a general counsel
June 19, 2015
Robin Singh, who currently works for the UAE government while enrolled in the IE/Northwestern LLM programme, points out the perils for general counsel, stating that challenges such as cyber security have made this ever-evolving role ever more complex. By giving a detailed analysis of the issues that may arise, he helps both current and future general counsel foresee the tasks they may need to tackle.
The United Arab Emirates Space Agency and race to Mars
June 18, 2015
With the official launch of the United Arab Emirates Space Agency on May 26, 2015 and as the UAE aspires to launch the probe …
New Commercial Companies Law – impact on foreign investment
May 18, 2015
The issue of the new commercial companies law (Federal Law No. 2 of 2015) (the Law) was announced by the UAE …
Abu Dhabi Global Market – Draft Company Law Framework
April 9, 2015
In January 2015, the Board of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) published drafts of various key regulations as part of a formal public consultation. Clyde & Co has …
UAE Competition Law – Executive Regulations now published
February 10, 2015
The executive regulations (Regulations) in relation to the UAE competition law came into force on October 27, 2014. This article examines some practical implications of the merger control provisions. …
Arbitration agreements – a clause for concern
December 19, 2014
When drafting dispute resolution clauses, parties typically focus on the law governing the contract and, where such clauses provide for arbitration, the curial law (or procedural law of the seat) …
Making his Mark
December 19, 2014
After a career which has seen him work with some household names, Anuraag Malhotra has been the engine behind the sizeable legal department at the Landmark Group, Dubai, as its General Counsel, and also as its Strategic Investments Adviser. After almost 10 years at the helm, Malhotra has seen how the markets in the UAE and other Gulf countries have matured and become more sophisticated. He explains how he and his team have responded and adapted to these changes.
Indemni what
November 19, 2014
A look at indemnities, warranties and breach of contract claims.Indemnities in particular are the domain of lawyers, but even they struggle to explain the full significance of these …
Coping with change: the importance of a plan
November 19, 2014
In the context of family businesses, a number of which are run by a single person, ignoring the ramifications of, and failing to plan for change could put the future of the family business in jeopardy in the …
Selling products in the UAE – opportunity or minefield?
October 14, 2014
With its oil wealth and strong demand for all manner of industrial and consumer goods, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is an attractive …
Military service for all male nationals between 18 and 30 years of age
September 15, 2014
On June 7th, 2014, the president of the UAE introduced a law providing for compulsory military service for all male Emiratis between the ages of 18 and 30. The law will come into effect 180 days from its …
Enforceable obligation to be friendly: a new principle of law
August 12, 2014
A recent judgment from the Commercial Court in London established a new principle of law, in one of the cases brought by Clyde & Co’s dispute resolution team in Dubai …
Employment law developments across the GCC
August 12, 2014
a summary of the key employment law developments across the GCC …
An overview of medical malpractice in the UAE
August 12, 2014
With an increasing focus on regulation and reforms by local health authorities,there is evidence of a more litigious approach developing in the area of medical malpractice …
The future for arbitration in Dubai
July 25, 2014
The future for arbitration in Dubai just got brighter with the recent announcement that a new Arbitration Institute is to be established in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). …
Key amendments introduced as UAE Anti-Commercial Fraud Law progresses towards enactment
July 2, 2014
Following the passage of the draft UAE Anti-Commercial Fraud Law through the Federal National Council on 4 March 2014, further amendments have been made to the draft Law as it progresses …
“Good Samaritan” principles in the UAE: legal liabilities when administering first aid
June 24, 2014
This article discusses whether a Good Samaritan principle is applied in the UAE, both from the perspective of rescuers and safety officers.
UAE Trade Marks Office puts an end to examination reports
June 24, 2014
On 19 May 2014, the UAE Trade Marks Office announced that it will no longer issue examination reports or grant extensions of time during the trade mark application process …
Global mobility considerations in Abu Dhabi
June 24, 2014
Managing an internationally mobile workforce can be challenging, particularly as home country and host country laws can be vastly different. Below are some issues to consider. …
UAE Anti-Commercial Fraud Law passes through Federal National Council
April 25, 2014
On March 4th, 2014, a new law aimed at combating counterfeit goods and other forms of commercial fraud passed through the UAE’s Federal National Council (FNC). …
Learning from experience: Delivering a successful Expo
January 16, 2014
The construction sector within Dubai has been steadily on the rise since the beginning of 2012, and industry sentiment prior to the Expo …