Abu Dhabi’s mainland real estate laws traditionally restrict property ownership to UAE nationals (and companies wholly owned by them) except in special cases. Abu Dhabi Law No. 19 of 2005 (Real Property Ownership) and its amendments set out who may acquire mainland property. As amended in 2019, Article 3 of Law 19/2005 limits ownership rights to: (a)...
Explore how UAE onshore law addresses employee confidentiality and non-compete breaches with civil damages, criminal penalties, and termination rights—plus strategies for employers to safeguard sensitive business information. In the UAE, protecting confidential business information is not just a contractual obligation—it is a legal imperative. When employees breach confidentiality or violate non-compete clauses, the fallout...
What is an exempt offer in ADGM and when can you use it? Can you raise capital without issuing a full prospectus? Explore private placements and exempt offers under ADGM regulations, including eligibility criteria, investor thresholds, structuring options, and legal nuances for foreign and local fund managers. In recent years, the Abu Dhabi Global...
