In certain cases, standard form marriage certificates in the UAE can be altered to allow room for special conditions, like giving the woman the ability to petition for divorce. The special condition we will focus on here is the dowry paid from the husband to the wife, or ‘Mahar’. The law that governs the Mahar […]
If you are considering establishing a business in the UAE, you would be wise to spend time investigating the various idiosyncrasies of the local market. One of the first decisions you will arrive at is where to base your business; on the UAE’s mainland, or in one of its numerous freezones. Both have very different […]
In the last decade, the UAE has become an increasingly popular destination to do business and opportunities abound for many. But alongside the hard work of setting up a business in the UAE, there are a number of legal implications to be aware of. Here we share with you some of the most important legal […]
The role of government is to promote the welfare as well as the social and economic wellbeing of the citizenry. The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended provides in Section 16(2) that the State shall direct its policies towards ensuring the promotion of a planned and balanced economic development. Indeed, legislation […]
Dubai is a well-respected pathway to the East, and since it became a financial hub, companies that engage in all types of business activities are now looking to establish a presence here. Dubai has over ten freezones, which provide international investors with the opportunity to expand into the Middle-East and beyond. With a wide range […]
Do you know you can travel to Nigeria without going through the hassle of obtaining a visa from the Nigerian Embassy at your home or country of residence? In furtherance to the Government’s initiative to streamline the ease of doing business in Nigeria and to guarantee easy entry to genuine business visitors into Nigeria, […]
M/Advocates of Law has released its annual HNWIs residency comparison chart. Now in its 7th edition, the chart highlights the features of 26 jurisdictions where successful people may consider relocating for tax purpose. Commenting on the newly released chart, Yann Mrazek, Managing Partner at M/Advocates of Law said: “The Firm’s comparison chart constitutes an […]
1. Statement of Claim The statement of Claim is drafted by the Claimant or the lawyer. The statement of claim has to be in writing and in the Arabic language. The statement of claim should include the names of the parties, the location, and addresses of the parties along with their phone numbers, the legal […]
The conventional wisdom about the UAE is that it was built on oil first and property second. The country’s most populous city Dubai is a living shrine to the role property has played in building a society from the ground up; hardly a week goes by when a gleaming new skyscraper isn’t added to the […]
There are many good reasons couples choose to adopt, and the procedure can provide a wonderful solution for adoptive parents, biological parents, and children alike. However, the law relating to adoption in the UAE is less straightforward than in other countries in the world, particularly for expatriates. Here are the major points to note if […]
Under the UAE’s Sharia-based Family Laws, there are a number of rights and obligations set out for the benefit of both husband and wife. These laws govern various aspects of the couple’s relationship and family, but the main points are established below as set out in Articles 54 to 56 of Law 28 of the […]
Legal experts say there are precautions residents can take to prevent being defrauded by bogus landlords and property agents. “Unfortunately, fraud pertaining to house hunters and tenants is on the rise,” said Hassan Elhais, a senior partner at Al Rowaad Advocates and Legal Consultants. “To contain these frauds and to protect oneself there are certain […]