Category UAE Law

Introduction to Confidentiality and Non Compete Clauses in UAE Non compete clauses in the UAE tend to appear next to confidentiality clauses in employment agreements. A confidentiality and non-compete clause in an employment contract are legal provisions designed to protect…

Introduction to Timeframes and Notices of UAE Labor Law Timeframes and notices of the UAE Labor Law are one of the key questions for companies and employees. In the UAE, labor contracts are governed by Federal Law No. 33 of…

Commercial experts in the UAE tend to expedite the closing of business transactions. Certainly, not seeking the guidance of commercial experts when doing business in a foreign market like the UAE can lead to various challenges and even horror stories.…

Introduction to UAE VAT Classifications There are four UAE VAT classifications for supplies: Standard, Zero Rated, Exempt, and Out Of Scope Supplies. The Value Added Tax became a reality in the UAE on the 1st January 2018 as introduced by…

Introduction to the Cost of Litigating in Dubai The cost of litigating in Dubai Courts or anywhere are important for parties economically organize themselves and ensure they can anticipate any potential costs involved in the litigation marathon. Litigating in a…

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…

Introduction In mid-December 2023, 16 December 2023, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia witnessed the entry into force of  Cabinet Decision No. 820/1444 (also known as the the Civil Transactions Law or CTL or in this publication Saudi Civil Law), 180…