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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
21 Apr 2022

ADGM Regulations for SPVs and Foundation

ADGM Regulations for SPVs and Foundation “Regulation needs to catch up with innovation” The ADGM's Registration Authority published a consultation document in October proposing a regulatory regime for the use of CSPs in the ADGM. The public consultation began against the backdrop of rising interest in and success with incorporating…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
07 Mar 2022

ADGM Data Protection Rules 2021-2022

ADGM Data Protection Rules 2021-2022 “Availability of protection ensures reliability and timely access to data and resources to authorized individuals.” Organizations must emphasize educating about their responsibilities under the new ADGM Data Protection Regulations, conducting a disparity test to find whether their current systems are vulnerable or appropriate, considering any…

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Criminal Lawyers in Dubai
27 Dec 2021

Economic and Fraud Provisions in the 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
15 Oct 2021

New Data Protection Regulations

ADGM Enacts New Data Protection Regulations Introduction On 11 February 2021, the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Global Market, in the exercise of its powers under Article 6(1) of the Law No.4 of 2013 concerning the ADGM issued by His Highness the Ruler of the Emirate of Abu…

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Financial lawyers in Dubai
11 Oct 2020

The ADGM Litigation Funding Rules

The Abu Dhabi Global Markets (ADGM) Litigation Funding Rules The Litigation Funding Rules 2019 (the "Rules") of the Abu Dhabi Global Markets Courts ("ADGM Courts") were enacted on 16 April 2019. The Rules are issued by the Chief Justice of the ADGM Courts under Article 225 of the ADGM Courts,…

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Lawyers in Dubai
29 Sep 2020

How ADGM Registered Entities can Own Real Estate in Dubai

How ADGM Registered Businesses can Own Real Estate in Dubai Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), an established free-zone and international financial centre in Abu Dhabi was legally established pursuant to Federal Decree Number 15 of 2013 and Abu Dhabi Law Number 4 of 2013 (the ADGM Founding Law). ADGM attracts…

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Financial Lawyers in UAE
25 Aug 2020

A Guide to REITs

A Guide on REITs Since time immemorial, real estate has been acknowledged as a historically significant investment class- one that offers increased portfolio diversification, low volatility, and optimally risk-adjusted returns. A Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is a financial instrument that not only allows investment in real estate but an…

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Company regulation in ADGM
30 Jun 2020

ADGM Company Regulations 2020

ADGM Company Regulations 2020 Abu Dhabi's decision to set up a financial center, known as the Abu Dhabi Global Market ("ADGM") has opened doors for international business. ADGM has its own published rules and regulations as well as Registrar of Companies (Registrar) and a Financial Services Regulator. Further, a court…

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Lawyers in Dubai
25 Jun 2020

Guide to International Arbitration

Guide to International Arbitration "When will mankind be convinced and agree to settle their difficulties by arbitration?"- Benjamin Franklin     A year ago, it seemed as if Brexit was finally about to happen. One year on, they are in the same position again. At one point, albeit, it seemed likely…

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Lawyers in Dubai
03 May 2020

Due Diligence by Foreign Law Firms of UAE Entities

Due Diligence by Foreign Law Firms of UAE Entities Business transactions around the world often involve mergers, acquisitions or take-overs. Such transactions of the business organizations require thoughtful decisions which ultimately decides the future of the Company. Hence, due diligence holds the key to vital decisions of the economy as…

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Financial lawyers in Abu Dhabi
31 Mar 2020

Regulations on Private Finance Platforms in ADGM

Regulations on Private Finance Platforms in ADGM Global financial markets have witnessed unprecedented growth in the techniques and platforms in peer to peer lending over past two decades due to various factors such as improvements in technology backing such platforms, real-time access to funds, ability to obtain unsecured personal or…

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Property Lawyers in UAE
30 Dec 2019

The Cost of Running a Private Equity Real Estate Fund

The Cost of Running a Private Equity Real Estate Fund Private equity real estate is an advantage class that comprises of pooled private and public interests in the real estate market. Such contributing includes the obtaining, financing and proprietorship of property or properties utilizing a shared vehicle. Private equity real…

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Lawyers in Abu DHabi
10 Sep 2019

Cryptocurrency and Asset Exchange in the Abu Dhabi Global Market

Cryptocurrency and Asset Exchange in the Abu Dhabi Global Market Currency is defined as something, more often than not paper and coins, that act as a medium of exchange for goods and services. This practice of trade has been a constant for humankind throughout its various ages, occurring in multiple…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
03 Sep 2019

Force Majeure Clauses and the Limitation of Liability

Force Majeure Clauses and the Limitation of Liability Introduction Force majeure is a Latin term, commonly used in the legal profession which translates to ‘superior force’ and is used when referring to unforeseeable events taking place. For the most part, unforeseeable events are not attractive prospects for any individual, especially…

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