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UAE New Personal Status Law – Introduction Federal Law No. 41 of 2024 on Personal Status is a new, comprehensive legislation that will govern family-related matters in the UAE. It is set to come into force on April, 2025 and will apply to UAE nationals as well…
Prenuptial agreements in the UAE, once seen as controversial, have become a pragmatic tool for many couples to secure their financial futures. As more people embrace the UAE as their home, the dynamics of marriage and financial planning have evolved.…
Introduction to Settlement Agreements in UAE Settlement agreements in UAE are a cornerstone of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), offering an efficient and cost-effective solution to legal disputes. In contrast to lengthy and expensive litigation or arbitration processes, settlement agreements provide…
Introduction to the Best Will in the UAE The best will in the UAE depends on the personal circumstances of the testator and the nature and location of their assets. In practice, most clients choose between DIFC and ADJD wills.…
What Is Divorce Mediation? Divorce mediation in the UAE has become an increasingly sought-after method due to its advantages for the entire family. It offers a structured and cooperative alternative to traditional litigation. Divorce mediation is a process in which…
Introduction to Marriages in UAE When considering options and venues for marriages in UAE the first question that arises is the religion of the to be spouses as this determines the options. In this publications we concentrate on non-Muslim marriages,…
Introduction Adoption in the UAE (United Arab Emirates) for expats is a complex issue due to the country’s legal framework and cultural considerations. The UAE follows Sharia law, which does not recognize traditional adoption as practiced in many Western countries.…
Introduction to Non-Muslim Life in the UAE Non-Muslim life in the UAE has been recently fully regulated. The estimated population of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2024 is around 10 million people. This population is composed of a significant…
Introduction Comprehensive divorce agreements in the UAE should cover various aspects beyond joint custody to ensure all legal, financial, and personal matters are addressed. We have in previous publications addressed the recent changes applying to non-muslim marriages and divorces in…
Introduction UAE wills’ scene for expats was shaken in 2023. Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2022 on Civil Personal Status (the “Law”) introduces the non-Sharia default rules applicable in the absence of a will in the event of fatality…