Business practices are changing. Markets are becoming more global and employees are on the move around the world. Employees are key assets driving sales, productivity and profit over different markets. It is therefore vital that your non-compete agreements keep up with these changes to protect your business. This is a challenge when the legal framework…
Dubai Law 19 of 2017, amends Article 11 of Law 13 of 2008, (which was previously amended by Law No 9 of 2009), will affect those purchasers who, having purchased a unit off plan, breach the sale agreement. The new law has provided further requirements and more detail to the procedures which a developer is…
ICLG’s Real Estate 2018 guide covers common issues in real estate laws and regulations – including ownership, real estate rights, system of registration, the registry/registries, real estate market and liabilities of buyers and sellers in real estate transactions – in 27 jurisdictions. John Peacock, a Senior Associate in our Dubai office, has contributed the United Arab…
As the use of blockchain technology increases in the UAE, Nadim Bardawil, Senior Associate in our Dubai office, looks at how it is being used in the Emirates and the legal questions it is raising. Read more on page 47
Technological development has been put at the heart of the UAE’s economic development strategy and is being supported at the highest level. Emirates Law expert panel, including Nadim Bardawil, Senior Associate in BSA’s DIFC office in Dubai, look at the areas which are being prioritised and the legal and financial support being provided to innovators.…
It is crucial for businesses to start the preparation process early, as an understanding of the potential impact of VAT on the business will reduce friction in the ongoing process. VAT liabilities are generally self-assessed, with errors often leading to harsh penalties, time-consuming interactions with local tax authorities, or business disruptions. Raghad Hammad, Senior…
Click here to view PDF. Published: December 2017 Publication: MENA Business Law Review Title: Le régime juridique régissant la succession des expatriés non-musulmans aux Emirats arabes unis Authors: Bertrand Dumon and Edouard Salwan
Click here to view PDF Published: November 2017 Publication: Premium Magazine Title: Run-Off: Why it Matters Authors: Michael Kortbawi
Click here to view PDF Published: November 2017 Publication: Lexis Middle East Law Title: VAT is happening in the Free Zone Authors: John Peacock
Click here to view PDF Published: November 2017 Publication: The Legal 500 & IHL Comparative Guide Legal Guide to Arbitration Title: This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of the legal framework and key issues surrounding arbitration law in UAE. Authors: Antonios Dimitracopoulos