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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Whistleblowing refers to the act of reporting misconduct, unethical behaviour, or illegal activities within an organization—typically by someone from inside the organization. In the financial context, this could involve exposing fraud, insider trading, misappropriation of funds, or any other breach of legal or regulatory standards. Whistleblowers play a vital role in upholding transparency, protecting stakeholder […]