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Lawyers in Dubai
16 Jul 2025

Parallel Imports in the UAE: Trademark Rights, Agency Law, and Strategic Enforcement for Global Brands

Parallel Imports in the UAE: Trademark Rights, Agency Law, and Strategic Enforcement for Global Brands The United Arab Emirates adopts a national exhaustion doctrine for goods distributed through a registered commercial agent, but a more flexible approach for unregistered imports, positioning it as a sophisticated global trade hub under Vision…

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Lawyers in Saudi Arabia
14 Jul 2025

Foreign Property Ownership in Saudi Arabia: Navigating a New Era for Strategic Investment

Foreign Property Ownership in Saudi Arabia: Navigating a New Era for Strategic Investment Saudi Arabia's macroeconomic transformation under Vision 2030 is fundamentally recalibrating its real estate sector. The recent Law of Real Estate Ownership and Investment by Non-Saudis, updated by new legislation approved on 8 July 2025, and effective January 2026,…

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Lawyers in Dubai
14 Jul 2025

Strategic Market Entry in Dubai’s Property Sector: Dispute Strategies, Deferred Ownership, and Cross-Border Catalysts (Part II of II)

Strategic Market Entry in Dubai’s Property Sector: Dispute Strategies, Deferred Ownership, and Cross-Border Catalysts (Part II of II) Introduction Dubai's real estate market presents a compelling platform for strategic investors, from institutional funds to corporate entities, seeking to deploy capital through innovative ownership and financing models. This second installment of…

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Lawyers in Dubai
15 Jun 2025

Due Diligence in Property Purchase in Dubai: Legal and Commercial Safeguards for Freehold Buyers

Due Diligence in Property Purchase in Dubai: Legal and Commercial Safeguards for Freehold Buyers Acquiring freehold property in Dubai—whether through off-plan investment or a secondary market purchase—demands rigorous and multidimensional due diligence. As real estate transactions in the Emirate grow in complexity and value, buyers must navigate legal, financial, structural,…

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Lawyers in Dubai
03 Jun 2025

Strategic Market Entry in Dubai’s Property Sector: A Legal and Commercial Framework (Part I of II)

Strategic Market Entry in Dubai’s Property Sector: A Legal and Commercial Framework (Part I of II) Introduction Dubai’s $120 billion property market in 2025 is a strategic axis for CEOs, hedge funds, and private credit entrants, offering tax-free yields through freehold and leasehold regimes. Regulated by the Dubai Land Department…

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Law Firms in Dubai
22 Feb 2025

Sharjah Introduces New Real Estate Laws to Promote Growth and Investment

Sharjah Introduces New Real Estate Laws to Promote Growth and Investment The Emirate of Sharjah has recently introduced a set of revolutionary laws and executive council resolutions that aim to strengthen its real estate sector, enhance judicial efficiency, and ensure sustainable urban development. These laws are a reflection of Sharjah's…

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Lawyers in Dubai
20 Jan 2025

Property Law in Saudi Arabia: Understanding Ownership and Transfer Regulations

Property Law in Saudi Arabia: Understanding Ownership and Transfer Regulations Property law in Saudi Arabia is a dynamic and changing system, guided by the country's cultural, social, and economic goals. As one of the biggest economies in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia has an expanding real estate market that attracts…

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Lawyers in Dubai
03 Jan 2025

Real Estate Law in Dubai: Understanding Property Rights and Regulations

Real Estate Law in Dubai: Understanding Property Rights and Regulations Knowledge of Property Rights and Regulations Dubai has been at the top ranking globally for its luxurious real estate market. Featuring a very progressive real estate infrastructure, Dubai has made the processes of property ownership Dubai and transfer easier for…

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Lawyers in Dubai
08 Mar 2024

Understanding Real Estate Law in India: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Real Estate Law in India: A Comprehensive Guide The real estate sector in India is a significant component of the country's economy, and understanding the legal framework governing it is crucial for developers, investors, homebuyers, and legal professionals. This article provides a detailed overview of real estate law in…

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Lawyers in Dubai
20 Jan 2024

New UAE’s Finance Leasing Law

New UAE’s Finance Leasing Law The United Arab Emirates is set to enact a new law, replacing the existing finance lease law (Federal Law No. 8 of 2018). Despite its publication in the Official Gazette, the new law is scheduled to take effect six months after its publication, specifically on…

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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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Criminal Lawyers in Dubai
30 Sep 2021

Economic and Fraud Provisions in Middle East

Economic and Fraud Provisions in the Middle East “There is one and only one social responsibility of business – to use its resources and engage in activities designed to increase its profits so long as it stays within the rules of the game, which is to say, engages in open…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
26 Aug 2021

Amendments in Jointly Owned Property Law

Amendments in Jointly Owned Property Law Investments are supposed to be financial decisions. However, in real life, people often make investment decisions emotionally. This is truer of real estate investments. Individuals get emotionally attached to their homes or the idea of owning a home. Hence, they make decisions based on…

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Law Firms in Dubai
07 Mar 2021

Leasing Law DIFC

Leasing Law DIFC “But land is land, and it’s safer than the stocks and bonds of Wall Street swindlers.”                                                              …

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