The United Arab Emirates has enacted Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025 on Civil Transactions, which came into force on 1 June 2026, replacing the long-standing Federal Law No. 5 of 1985. This represents one of the most significant reforms to UAE civil law in almost four decades. The new legislation modernises the legal framework governing contracts, civil liability, property rights, legal capacity, and cross-border transactions. The reforms are...
With the advent of globalisation, cross-border business transactions and partnerships are becoming a widespread trend. Although this has helped foster many business relationships, there have been several conflicts that have occurred among business entities from different parts of the world. In this regard, international arbitration has proven itself to be one of the most effective ways of settling disputes.If your business operates within the...
With the increasing speed at which businesses conduct themselves in today’s world, there is always the possibility of disputes arising. Regardless of whether it is a dispute with respect to the terms of the contract, a business partnership dispute, a payment dispute, or a commercial dispute, businesses require an efficient manner through which they can solve the dispute, but also safeguard their own interests. In the UAE, there are many ways...
In today's business world, companies need quick and dependable ways to settle disputes without affecting their daily operations. The United Arab Emirates has become a business centre drawing in investors, entrepreneurs, and big corporations from all over the globe. As business activities keep growing, there is a need for good dispute resolution methods. This is where arbitration comes in. With commercial deals getting more complicated,...
Contracts are what keep business relationships on track. No matter if it's teaming up for a commercial project, signing an employment contract, sealing a real estate sale, connecting with suppliers, or laying out terms in a service contract, the right agreement safeguards your rights and stops most legal hassles. In Dubai's constantly shifting business scene, a poorly written contract might leave you wide open for major headaches like cash...
Dubai is now counted among the most sought-after places on the planet for businessmen, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and multinational companies. Thanks to its geographical location, favourable laws and policies, tax benefits, and connectivity with other markets around the world, Dubai has attracted a lot of foreign investors. But when planning to establish a business, you must have an idea about all the necessary legal formalities associated with...
Dubai has positioned itself as one of the best places for conducting business in the whole world. People from different parts of the world choose to come here and form a business venture for themselves and earn profits through it. The reason why people are attracted towards Dubai is due to its favourable environment, good infrastructure, and strategic location. There are various laws that need to be adhered to when running a business in Dubai....
Buying and selling real estate typically involves large sums of money, paperwork, and multiple people. From buying residential property to leasing commercial spaces or developing properties, conflicts can occur at any point. These conflicts can be quite complicated and require legal advice. Real estate law experts have a major role to play in such matters in order to protect the interests of individuals and prevent conflicts. Charter Legal has...
Dubai is known to be among the top destinations for businesses worldwide. With thousands of foreign corporations that operate their businesses in diverse sectors such as real estate, finance, technology, constructions, and trading, it is inevitable to experience commercial issues at one point. However, lengthy legal processes can turn out to be expensive and time-consuming, which is why arbitration comes into play as a method of conflict...
