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ADGM Data Protection Regulations

Why ADGM’s Data Protection Regulations Matter More Than Ever in 2026

Introduction The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Data Protection Regulations 2021, also widely known as DPR 2021, introduced a dynamic…
January 16, 2026
13th Edition of NICE Classification

Major Overhaul in Trademark Classification System Takes Effect January 2026

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has enacted the 13th Edition of the International Classification of Goods and Services (NICE…
January 15, 2026
UAE civil transactions law amendments

UAE Civil Transactions Law Amendments: Contracts, Capacity And Application Of Sharia Principles — A Comprehensive Overview.

On the road to modernizing the civil law frameworks, the UAE issued a Federal Decree-Law on Civil Transactions, amending the…
January 7, 2026
Federal Decree Law No. 22 of 2025

Federal Decree Law Amendment No. 22 Of 2025: Advanced Judicial Reforms And An Enhanced Path To Civil Litigation

Introduction On December 11th, 2025, the UAE government established notable amendments in its Civil Procedure law, and they are introduced…
January 6, 2026
Shareholder provisions in UAE Commercial Companies Law Amendment

Shareholder/Memorandum Provisions under the new UAE Commercial Companies Law (as amended by Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025)

Introduction Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025 amending the Commercial Companies Law (CCL) has introduced significant clarifications and enhancements to…
December 30, 2025
arbitral awards

Enforcing Arbitral Awards In The UAE And Across Borders

With the UAE having entered the top five seats of arbitration in the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the country…
December 29, 2025
Burj Khalifa near city buildings

Recent Trends In Arbitration In UAE

Introduction The United Arab Emirates is on a transformative journey that aims at establishing it as a leading global platform…
December 26, 2025
tech startups legal considerations UAE

Legal Considerations For Tech Startups In The UAE: IP, Licensing, Compliance, And More

As an ecosystem with a vibrant tech community, fostered by its business-friendly legal framework and a world-class environment, the United…
December 22, 2025
Arbitration in UAE

Why Arbitration Is the Preferred Dispute Resolution Method in the UAE

Introduction When considering the United Arab Emirates’ ever-evolving economic landscape, which has positioned the country at the forefront of international…
December 18, 2025
Commercial companies law amendment

2025 Amendments to UAE Commercial Companies Law: Drag-Along Rights, Multiple Share Classes, Non-Profit Companies & Re-Domiciliation

Introduction Federal Decree Law No. 20 of 2025 introduces targeted amendments to the UAE Commercial Companies Law aimed at modernising…
December 16, 2025
Sports academy legal requirements

Sports Academy Legal Requirements in the UAE: Legal Agreements Explained

The sports sector in the UAE is one of the fastest-growing industries. Supported by world-class infrastructure, progressive regulation, and government-backed…
December 15, 2025
sports academy licensing requirements

How to Set Up A Sports Academy in the UAE: Licensing Requirements & Compliance

With its strategic location, business-friendly policies and multidisciplinary free zones, the UAE serves as a magnet for foreign and domestic…
December 11, 2025