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Briefings in English - 2008

The restructuring and insolvency regime in the United Arab Emirates

In this briefing we provide an overview of the restructuring and insolvency regime set out in the federal laws of the United Arab Emirates. However, as at the time of writing, there has not been a major corporate insolvency in the United Arab Emirates and, accordingly, many aspects of the regime remain largely untested. (November 2008)

The new DIFC Arbitration Law

The DIFC Arbitration Law 2008 came into effect on 1 September and opens up the Dubai International Financial Centre as a possible seat (or juridical place) of arbitration to all parties looking to seat their arbitrations in the Middle East. This briefing explains the background to the new law and the services it makes available to users of arbitration in the region. (September 2008)

Briefings in English - 2007

New Dubai escrow law

This briefing explains the provisions of Dubai’s new escrow law and how to comply with it. The rules affect all property developers who sell units off-plan and receive monies before completion of the development. All those subject to the escrow law must comply with it by 28 December 2007. (August 2007)

Overhaul of the Dubai arbitration rules

The Dubai International Arbitration Centre recently overhauled its arbitration rules to internationalise Dubai’s arbitration procedures and bring Dubai into line with major arbitration centres around the world. This briefing summarises the rule changes and their implications for businesses operating in the Middle East. (June 2007)

Revised arbitration rules in Singapore and Dubai

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) and the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) each revised their arbitration rules recently, effective on 1 July 2007 for the SIAC rules and on 7 May 2007 for the DIAC rules. This briefing summarises the rule changes and their implications for businesses operating in the Asia-Pacific region and the Middle East. (July 2007)

Guide to setting up business in Dubai

This guide provides an overview of the legal issues for those considering setting up business in Dubai. The guide examines the numerous commercial entities that can be used and provides an overview of the most popular methods used by foreign companies to operate in Dubai. The guide also provides information on the ‘free zones’ established to facilitate foreign investment. (June 2007)

Briefings in English - 2006

New Dubai real estate laws – summary: Real Property Law (RPLs)

Once it comes into effect, the RPL (applicable to real property within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) only) will apply to all real property granted or leased by the DIFC Authority. Property granted or leased before such date will also be brought within its provisions. (November 2006)

Dispute resolution reform in Dubai

This briefing looks at recent changes made in Dubai to enhance its reputation as a reliable jurisdiction for resolving disputes and enforcing foreign arbitral awards. (September 2006)

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