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Introduction to Dubai Escrow Account Rules Dubai’s booming real estate market, particularly its thriving off-plan property sector, relies heavily on robust regulatory frameworks to protect investors and maintain market stability. Central to this are the Dubai escrow account rules administered by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) under the Dubai Land Department (DLD), designed to […]

Sustainability & Green Building Regulations in Dubai Construction As the global attitude towards sustainability has changed, the UAE is adopting robust sustainability and green building standards, with ambitious national climate goals, including the UAE Net-Zero by 2050 strategic initiative (UAE Sustainable Built Environment Blueprint). Dubai green building regulations have made sustainability and green building practices

Navigating Personal Liability Risks for Managers and Directors in UAE Bankruptcy Proceedings As the UAE modernizes its insolvency framework through Federal Decree-Law No. 51 of 2023 on Bankruptcy Law, enforced since May 2024 with increasingly aggressive court application, UAE director liability bankruptcy has emerged as one of the most critical areas requiring heightened awareness for

Force Majeure COVID-19 — A Comparative Analysis (Of Common Law and Civil Law Jurisdictions) In Light of the Pandemic List of Abbreviations Abbreviation Definition BGB Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch Covid-19 Coronavirus Disease 2019 DIFC Dubai International Financial Centre EWCH England & Wales High Court EU European Union LRA Law Reform (Frustrated Contracts) Act 1943 LLC Limited Liability

UAE M&A Merger Governance Rules and Legal Framework for 2026 UAE M&A merger governance has reached new heights of sophistication following progressive legal reforms enacted in 2025. The UAE continues to assert itself as a premier global business hub, driven by the Federal Decree Law No. 20 of 2025 (the Companies Law), which brought substantial

Understanding Bankruptcy Proceedings and Liquidation Under UAE Bankruptcy Law Introduction Exploring UAE’s bankruptcy law is essential for any business facing insolvency or liquidation in the UAE. Businesses facing financial distress in the UAE must understand the legal framework governing bankruptcy and liquidation to make informed decisions that protect their interests. This article provides a clear