Aeron Abraham Thomas
Aeron Abraham Thomas was a Junior Associate at ATB Legal, where he worked on litigation and arbitration matters across ADGM, DIFC and UAE mainland jurisdictions. He is an alumnus of Christ (Deemed to be University), Pune.
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Articles by Aeron Abraham Thomas
Corporate and Commercial
Pulling Out of a Resale Property SPA in the UAE: What Happens to Your Deposit and Your Deal
Secondary market property transactions in Dubai follow a different legal path from off-plan purchases. The MOU/Form F, the 10% deposit, the NOC, and the DLD transfer appointment each create obligations — and each can become a point of dispute if a party wants to exit. This article explains the mechanics, the consequences, and the options. […]
Arbitration
Getting Relief Fast: Emergency Arbitration in Times of Crisis, and Why the UAE Remains a Safe Seat
Commercial disruption, whether caused by market shifts, supply chain issues, force majeure events, or other unexpected developments, often leads to disputes almost overnight. Contracts may be breached, assets put at risk, and counterparties may act, or fail to act, in ways that cause immediate and sometimes irreparable harm. In such situations, parties are faced with […]
Case Study
A Faster Path to Payment: ICC Expedited Rules for Commercial Arbitration Efficiency
The Background Our client, a UAE-based subcontractor specialising in oil and gas installation and manpower services, was engaged by a leading main contractor for a large-scale infrastructure project within the UAE. The parties executed two distinct purchase orders (POs) governing their contractual relationship: Purchase Order 1 (PO1): Installation and commissioning of fittings; Purchase Order 2 […]
News
DIFC Courts Report AED 10.7 Billion in Claims for Q3 2025
The DIFC Courts continue to cement their reputation as one of the world’s leading commercial courts, as reflected in their Q3 2025 statistics. The latest figures demonstrate growing trust from international corporations, regional enterprises, and investors who rely on the Courts for fair, efficient, and globally recognised dispute resolution. DIFC Courts Record AED 10.7 Billion […]
Compliance in the UAE
ADGM Courts Real Property Division: What that Means for Property Disputes
On 17 October 2025, the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Courts established a Real Property Division within the Court of First Instance. The move, supported by updates to the Divisions and Jurisdiction Rules and new practice directions and court forms, streamlines how property disputes are handled in ADGM in light of the ADGM’s expansion to […]
Arbitration
Foundations of International Arbitration: New York Convention, UNCITRAL Model Law, and Domestic Frameworks
International arbitration has emerged as the preferred mechanism for resolving cross-border commercial disputes, offering a neutral, efficient, and internationally enforceable alternative to national court litigation. In an increasingly globalized economy, parties to international transactions often belong to different legal systems and cultural backgrounds, making litigation in one party’s home jurisdiction unattractive due to concerns of […]
DIFC
Strengthening Employee Protections in the DIFC: Key Features of Practice Direction No.1 of 2025
Effective 9 October 2025, the Dubai International Financial Centre Courts (“DIFC Courts”) have implemented Practice Direction (“PD”) No. 1 of 2025, titled Access to Justice in Employment Disputes. This landmark initiative reinforces the DIFC Courts’ commitment to ensuring fair, efficient, and accessible resolution of disputes. By addressing procedural challenges and promoting a balanced framework, PD […]
News
A Milestone in DIFC Courts: The First-Ever Mediation Session
The DIFC Courts have marked a new chapter in commercial dispute resolution with the successful conduct of their very first mediation under the newly established Mediation Centre. We had the privilege of being part of this landmark moment, representing our client in a matter that was originally filed before the Court but ultimately resolved through […]
India
NCLT Proceedings & Filing Rules: Step-by-Step Process
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) serves as India’s primary quasi-judicial body for adjudicating corporate disputes under the Companies Act, 2013, and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. Understanding the evidence, documentation, and procedural requirements for NCLT proceedings is crucial for legal practitioners, corporate professionals, and litigants seeking effective resolution of corporate disputes. The tribunal […]
News
Dubai Modernises Dispute Resolution Framework with Landmark Law No. 9 of 2025
Dubai has taken a bold step towards enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of its legal system with the issuance of Law No. (9) of 2025 , amending certain provisions of Law No.(18) of 2021 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Total of the ten articles in the old law have been changed. […]
News
UK Faces First-Ever ICSID Climate Claim: The West Cumbria Mining Dispute and Its Global Stakes
On 8 August 2025, the United Kingdom found itself in uncharted waters slapped with its first-ever arbitration claim under the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). The case, Woodhouse Investment Pte Ltd and West Cumbria Mining (Holdings) Limited v. United Kingdom (ICSID Case No. ARB/25/37), is being brought under the 1975 UK–Singapore Bilateral […]
News
Landmark Media Regulation Law in the UAE: A Comprehensive Legal Overhaul After Four Decades
The UAE has introduced a new Federal Media Regulation Law, representing the first significant legislative reform in the country’s media landscape in over 40 years. This reform is a watershed moment for legal professionals, media practitioners, and digital content stakeholders, reflecting the UAE’s commitment to modernizing its regulatory environment in line with technological advancements and […]