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The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is a leading financial hub in the Middle East region. It provides a platform for international financial institutions and businesses to operate in a...
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“The only constant in life is change”- Heraclitus (Greek philosopher) Creating a Will is an important step in ensuring that your family is protected and that your assets are distributed...
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It’s important for individuals and businesses to consider the options below to ensure their assets in the UAE are preserved for future generations. The DIFC Will and DIFC Foundation both...
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Dubai: The new Federal Personal Status Law (Federal Law No. 41 of 2022), which takes effect on February 1 to govern key family matters such as marriage, child custody, divorce...
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As an Expat in the UAE, if you are contemplating divorce, you are bound to have many questions running through your mind. Can you choose the UAE or the UK...
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“The only constant in life is change”- Heraclitus (Greek philosopher) A lot of things change in your life over time, and you need to adapt to continue growing and maintain...
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When couples separate and decide to divorce the first consideration for most, is the welfare of their children. Where will the children live? Will I get to spend time with...
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The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) has announced that the new Advanced Visa System will come into effect on the 3rd of October, 2022. The...
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What is a DIFC Foundation? The DIFC introduced the DIFC Foundation regime in 2018 (DIFC Law No.3 of 2018) as an alternative wealth structuring vehicle for both Muslim and Non-Muslim...
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For expatriates, non-resident investors and locals, buying and selling property in Dubai have become very popular. The best way to mitigate risk in the process is to invest in proper...
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As Dubai continues to loosen the reigns on the requirements to secure an investor visa, inquiries by Dubai residents interested in buying property have almost tripled. With constant reforms being...
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At TWS Legal Consultants our UK qualified family lawyers welcomed the new divorce reforms in the UK. On the 6th of April 2022, UK Parliament passed an amendment to the...
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According to the Khaleej Times: “The property market began the year on a very high note as Dubai recorded 5,797 sales transactions worth Dh16.69 billion last month. It looks like...
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When a couple decide to divorce the issue can be further complicated when you are residing in a foreign country where you are not aware of the local laws and...
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Protecting your assets is a crucial step in preserving your legacy in the UAE. If you have invested in a property or a business in the UAE, as a resident...
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Make your dream of living in one of the most exciting and safest cities in the world come true by investing in Dubai. The Government of Dubai has now made...
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Dubai has always been the preferred gateway to establish and grow businesses in the GCC and neighboring countries. But now with recent revisions to the rules and laws, the UAE...
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Dubai has seen a drastic rise in demand for new homes since Covid-19 restrictions were lifted. Buyers from all over the world are making a beeline to invest in Dubai...
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COVID-19 has affected every aspect of normal life be it business, travel, leisure or education. However, with Dubai proving to be a safe haven even under these trying circumstances, it...
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“The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” ― John F. Kennedy, former U.S. President Legacy planning is something every parent or spouse should consider if...
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If you are an expat or an international investor looking to buy or sell real estate in Dubai, it’s important that you have a team of experienced legal consultants on...
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If you are an expatriate or an overseas investor with property and assets in the UAE, you must have a lifetime strategy to protect them. The legislative changes announced on...
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One of the major concerns property owners in the UAE should learn to address head on is to decide on who to give their real estate assets to prior to...
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The new legislative changes announced on Saturday 7th November 2020 with reference to Wills has been welcomed by expatriates in the UAE. However, there are misconceptions that a Will in...
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Geopolitical change usually accompanies global disasters such as war and pestilence, and the Coronavirus pandemic is proving to be no exception. Governments across the world are implementing new policies that...
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The recent legislative changes announced on Saturday November 7, 2020 amending the Personal Status Law, Federal Penal Code and the Federal Penal Procedural Law with particular reference to wills, inheritance...
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From 1 December 2020, the UAE government will allow 100% foreign national ownership of businesses. The presidential decree amends Law No. 2 of 2015 on companies and their shareholding. His...
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As we move towards the end of 2020, positivity has returned to the residential property market, especially in the secondary prime residential market (homes already built and lived in as...
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In the Middle East, the reality of the situation is that expats are unaware of the implications of local inheritance laws to their assets, children and business. Expats should be...
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If you are an expatriate in the UAE and have property and/or assets, you must have a lifetime strategy to protect them. If you do not, Sharia law will apply...
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Opportunities Abound In The Dubai Property Market There is abundant good news for those buying and selling property in Dubai, despite the media headlines of late. The Dubai property market...
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In mid-June, Abdullah bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi, UAE’s Minister for Infrastructure Development, told Bloomberg TV: “We believe that the UAE is a place where expats are well-skilled, and we definitely...
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Spending lots of time together as a family is a dream come true for many couples who are kept apart by the long working hours and frequent travel which is...
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The Coronavirus pandemic has seen many business owners either revisit an existing succession plan or start thinking about creating one. The virus has shown that no one is immune from...
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During these unprecedented times many people are reflecting on whether their own affairs are in order. For expatriates living in the UAE, the importance of having a valid Will cannot...
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None of us anticipates losing mental capacity. However, with life expectancy in the UAE now around 77 years of age, cases of diseases such as dementia are expected to rise...
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My husband and I jointly own a freehold apartment in Dubai. If one of us dies, will the living spouse or our children automatically inherit it? My cousin and I...
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When do you think expats in the UAE should start thinking of having a will prepared? How important do you think it is for people not to procrastinate on this...
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Dubai, the populous and most multicultural Emirate of the United Arab Emirates has emerged over the years as a financial powerhouse and entrepreneurial hub. It has achieved this vaunted status...
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For family lawyers, January is known as ‘Divorce Month’. The reason behind this is by and large the preceding holiday period. Either couples wish to spend one last Christmas or...
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If you own or part own a business or a professional practice, it is important that your estate and succession planning begin today. As a business owner, it’s quite likely...
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What happens once I have contacted a family lawyer? One of our dedicated family law team will meet with you in order to understand the facts of your individual case...
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If your family is left behind grieving, stranded and strapped for cash, it won’t be because you did something wrong. It will be because you did nothing. As an expat...
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Whether you decide to divorce in the UK or the UAE, it is imperative for parents to be aware of and understand their position in relation to any children of...
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WHAT IS A PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT? A prenuptial agreement is a written agreement entered into between two parties prior to their marriage. It clarifies the ownership of assets (money, real estate,...
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In making life altering decisions such as divorce or separation, it is imperative to make an informed choice, armed with the pros and cons you could face in all eventualities....
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In England and Wales when a couple arrives at the conclusion that the marriage is at an end there are various factors that need to be considered when deciding to...
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When a couple decide to divorce the issue can be further complicated when you are residing in a foreign country where you are not aware of the local laws and...
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When a couples decide to divorce, various issues arise which are complicated when you are residing in a foreign country where you are not aware of the local laws and...
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1. Does an employee’s resignation require the employer’s consent? The resignation of an employee is valid under all circumstances and even where the employer does not approve of the resignation,...
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The Federal Government of the UAE will introduce Value Added Tax (VAT) Law (“the Law”) with effect from 1 January 2018. VAT is a form of indirect tax and applies...
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New Dubai Law on Non-Muslim Wills and Administration of Non-Muslim Estates in Dubai. Non-Muslim expats welcome a new law recently issued in Dubai which creates a legal framework for registration...
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Employers and employees often find themselves confused between the two types of employment contracts that exist in the UAE. One is known as a limited contract or term and the...
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When successful business owners reach a certain age, it becomes imperative that they address the issue of succession planning. When owners do finally approach their lawyers or accountants for advice...
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On the business front, if you do not have a proper business succession plan or estate planning in place, you simply cannot be sure what will happen after your death:...
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Number of registered marriages falls from 5,090 to 4,457 in two years. The number of marriages in Dubai has come down over the last couple of years, according to data...
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In basic terms, a franchise is a license, or permission to use the name and products of an existing business, as well as the trademark. The party that grants the...
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Many businesses have opened up in the various free zones dotted around the UAE. Whilst the advantages of a free zone company are pretty well-known, 100% foreign ownership/full repatriation of...
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I. Introduction to Franchising In basic terms, a franchise is a licence, or permission to use the name and products of an existing business as well as the trademark. The...
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UPCOMING DEADLINE: 30 June, 2017- Companies and their Memoranda If you do not amend your company’s documents by the end of 30 June, 2017, your local Limited Liability Company could...
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Often when companies are doing business in the UAE; and, in particular, wishing to draft a contract, there is a temptation to go online and find a document to copy...
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Many IT companies start with an idea- some of them are good, some not so good. After the basic idea, it is often the case the people behind the idea,...
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70 per cent of incompatible couples are unable to resolve differences. Dubai: Divorce is no longer the last resort for incompatible couples as they are increasingly considering it as an...
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A digital platform will be launched on Sunday allowing non-Muslims with assets in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah to include these items in their Dubai-registered will. Dubai International Financial...
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More than 2,000 UAE residents have now registered their will with Dubai International Financial Centre’s Wills and Probate Registry. The registry was set up in May 2015 to help non-Muslims...
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The issue of maternity leave and the rights of pregnant women is always of significant importance to parents and those intending to start a family, as illustrated by the letter...
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As if expat life were not fraught enough with challenges and complications, families of those who invest in properties here face further complications in the sad event that the property...
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The UAE court system can be a daunting prospect for expats – especially those who are going down the path of divorce. Nida Chaudhry, a solicitor working with TWS Legal...
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If your family is left behind grieving, stranded and strapped for cash, it won’t be because you did something wrong. It will be because you did nothing. As an expat...
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Custody and guardianship is an often repeated concern for expats considering a divorce in the UAE. These concerns are further compounded when the parties are not aware that the laws...
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Why wills that are homemade or prepared by unlicensed writers are often found to be invalid and ineffective in the UAE DUBAI: Incorrectly drawn up wills are often found to...
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Lack of awareness about UAE laws resulting in ugly situations as parents go in for divorce, say legal experts DUBAI: The mother of a 14-year-old girl is worried sick. Since...
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A will is essential to protect your family and assets. It is not a pleasant subject to think and talk about. However, all expatriates living in the UAE need to...
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Non-muslim expats can now register a Will under international Common Law. The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) launched the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry (WPR) that allows non-Muslim expats to...
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When a couple decide to divorce the issue can be further complicated when you are residing in a foreign country where you are not aware of the local laws and...
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A recent letter by a 7DAYS reader about changing jobs sparked a lot of debate. The reader was worried that their current employer would cause trouble for them if they...
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Nita Maru, Solicitor and Managing Partner of TWS Legal Consultants talks about the new regulations regarding wills announced by DIFC. In a landmark move the DIFC introduced new rules, relating...
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Dubai recorded about 11 marriages and four divorce cases every day last year. A Dubai-based legal firm says almost 85 per cent of divorce cases are caused by some sort...
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We are usually brought up to believe that when two people fall in love, the natural outcome is getting married and building a family. And just as the decision to...
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The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has formed the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry, which allows non-Muslim individuals owning assets within Dubai to freely dispose of their Dubai estate in...
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In a landmark move, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has set out plans to form the ‘DIFC Wills and Probate Registry’ and introduce new internationally-recognized common law principles that...
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Adultery putting marriage vows under strain, say experts Dubai: Rising infidelity is the main cause for marriages falling apart in the UAE, experts have warned. While official data show a...
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In a landmark move, the Dubai International Financial Centre (‘DIFC’) has set the ball rolling for the introduction of new rules relating to succession and inheritance matters of non-Muslims owning...
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Legal uncertainties over expatriate wills in Dubai could become a thing of the past with the launch early next year of a new registry. The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)...
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DUBAI In a landmark move, Dubai has set the ball rolling for the introduction of new rules relating to succession and inheritance matters of non-Muslims owning assets in the emirate....
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Q. What is a free zone? Why do some companies opt to set up their business in free zones? A. In general, a free zone or free trade zone may...
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Q:How different is the UAE inheritance system with that of other countries? In the UAE, inheritance for Muslim nationals is guided by Sharia laws(a system of Islamic law based on...
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As if expat life were not fraught enough with challenges and complications, families of those who invest in properties here face further complications in the sad event that the property...
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From what began as a fledgling real estate industry way back in the early part of this century, the emirate of Dubai had definitely grown in leaps and bounds through...
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We’re usually brought up to believe that when two people fall in love, the natural outcome is getting married and building a family. Even in countries where arranged marriages are...
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It is no secret the UAE has the highest rate of divorce in the region, with Dubai taking first place within the country. In 2012, Dubai alone recorded 1,129 divorces,...
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In your own country, there may be statutory laws to guide the distribution of your assets after your demise. But in the UAE, making a legally valid will is the...
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Although living and working in Dubai offers a charmed lifestyle of sea, sun and sand, it also demands meticulous planning of your assets; not having a legally documented will or...
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It is a well-established fact that every company in the UAE must be duly licensed to operate in the country, irrespective of whether it is commercial, professional, or industrial in...
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As expatriate families, you are concerned about protecting your wealth wisely during your lifetime. But as a specialist lawyer, Nita Maru says it is more important o protect your assets...
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If you own or part own a business or a professional practice, it is important that your estate and succession planning begin today. As a business owner, it’s quite likely...
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When you are living and earning in the UAE, you need to meticulously plan your assets and their distribution rights after you are no more. Not having a legally documented...
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