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Lawyers in Dubai
18 Feb 2024

Indian’s New Criminal Law Bills

Indian’s New Criminal Law Bills In a landmark move, Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced three revised Bills on December 12, aiming to replace archaic British-era criminal laws that have governed India for decades. The proposed legislation includes the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita Bill, 2023; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita,…

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Law Firms in Dubai
07 Feb 2024

UAE's Traffic Law Amendments

UAE's Traffic Law Amendments The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently undertaken a significant revision of its traffic laws, marking a major step towards enhancing road safety. These amendments, which became effective on July 6, 2023, are part of a broader initiative to combat reckless driving and ensure the safety…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
04 Jan 2024

Six New Laws to Regulate the Real Estate Sector in UAE

Six New Laws to Regulate the Real Estate Sector in UAE In 2023, Dubai's dynamic property landscape is poised for significant transformations, solidifying its status as a top choice for both investors and homeowners. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) governs real estate laws and regulations, striving to safeguard the interests…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
10 Oct 2022

India- UAE trade pact

India- UAE trade pact I do believe that international trade agreements benefit both nations, always. Phil Knight India - UAE have agreed on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. (CEPA) is the most significant bilateral trade pact between the two largest economies. The main objective of this agreement is to bring…

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Law Firms in Dubai
29 Aug 2022

Oman's New Securities Law

Oman's New Securities Law (Decree 46 of 2022) "We have seen a systematic erosion of liberty and democracy in Hong Kong. Since the National Security Law was imposed, authorities have cracked down on free speech, the free press, and free association. - Liz Truss, British Foreign Secretary Oman Sultani Decree No.…

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Criminal Lawyers in Dubai
29 Aug 2022

Enforcing Foreign Judgments in Bahrain

Enforcing Foreign Judgments in Bahrain “To invoke alien law when it agrees with one's own thinking, and ignore it otherwise, is not reasoned decision making, but sophistry.”  ― Antonin Scalia, The enforcement of foreign judgments is the acknowledgment and enforcement in one jurisdiction of judgments delivered in another/foreign jurisdiction. Foreign judgments may be acknowledged based on bilateral or multilateral treaties or understandings,…

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Financial Lawyers in UAE
29 Aug 2022

Insolvency Regulations in Qatar

Insolvency Regulations in Qatar No one can reasonably deny that Medicare is headed for insolvency, and that Medicare's insolvency, if not rectified, will lead to the federal government's insolvency. — David Limbaugh The bankruptcy regime in Qatar is based on the principles contained in the legislation of many western jurisdictions. Financial institutions see it…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
27 Aug 2022

Abu Dhabi's Strata Law and its Implications

Abu Dhabi's Strata Law and its Implications “Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full, and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world.” - Franklin D. Roosevelt The strata law means…

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Law Firms in Dubai
16 Jul 2022

Whistleblowing Regime introduced by DFSA

Whistleblowing Regime introduced by DFSA “Whistleblowers form a key part of a firm’s ability to detect, identify and escalate issues of misconduct, and the required Whistleblower policies and procedures play an important role in encouraging appropriate disclosures                                                     - F. Christopher Calabia, Chief Executive of the DFSA The Regime defines a…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
15 Jul 2022

Arbitration Framework at Abu Dhabi Global Markets

Arbitration Framework at Abu Dhabi Global Markets When will mankind be convinced and agree to settle their difficulties by arbitration? Benjamin Franklin The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) launched its arbitration centre in 2018. The ADGM arbitration centre is equipped to resolve disputes between parties through mediation or arbitration. The…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
15 Jul 2022

Prior Use of Patented Inventions in India

Prior Use of Patented Inventions in India “Patents are not forever, but inventions are”― Kalyan C. Kankanala The word “prior use of patented inventions” is used when the invention underlying a patent application is being used before documenting the patent application. The rights have a common view however at that point…

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Financial Lawyers in UAE
11 Jun 2022

Establishing a Foundation in the UAE

Establishing a Foundation in the UAE “Reliable structure needs a strong foundation and strong foundation requires investment” ― Guru Z.S. Gill UAE Foundations are an integral part of the country’s wealth management system. It is an independent legal entity. Foundations are usually created to protect the desires of the Founder being…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
11 Jun 2022

NFTs - Country Focus: India

NFTs - Country Focus: India People don’t understand NFTs, Metaverse, and crypto today the same way they didn’t understand online shopping in the 1995” - Anuj Jasani The Indian economy is considered to be one of the largest economies in the world. It is considered that to have grown by 10%…

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Law Firms in Dubai
10 Jun 2022

The Amendments to UAE Trademark Law

The Amendments to UAE Trademark Law The ideal trademark is one that is pushed to its utmost limits in terms of abstraction and ambiguity, yet is still readable. -  Saul Bass The UAE has a well-defined law to protect the Intellectual property rights of a business including its brand, business…

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