The UAE real estate market has long attracted foreign investors, thanks to its robust infrastructure, strategic location, and tax-free incentives. However, one of the most nuanced aspects of property ownership for expatriates in the UAE concerns legal ownership rights and inheritance laws. This article unpacks the legal framework surrounding foreign ownership property and addresses how...
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...
If you own a property on Al Reem Island that is subject to a mortgage, it is likely that your property now falls within the jurisdiction of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The ADGM Real Property Regulations 2024 (Regulations) provide a clear legal structure for mortgage arrangements, enforcement, and borrower protections. Understanding your rights...
Notarization is a crucial step in executing many legal documents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), ensuring authenticity of signatures and compliance with legal formalities. Both individuals and corporate entities frequently require notarized documents from power of attorneys to corporate resolutions and contracts for use in official transactions. However, the procedures and requirements can vary...
Development Management Agreements (DMAs) are gaining traction in the UAE’s real estate sector as an effective collaboration model between landowners and developers, particularly amid rising land costs and evolving regulatory requirements. A DMA allows the landowner to contribute land while the developer manages the planning, execution, and delivery of the project. This article breaks down...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a global hub for real estate investment, attracting a diverse range of stakeholders, including investors, developers, and residents. Central to the integrity and growth of this sector are the regulatory frameworks established by individual emirates. In Dubai, the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) oversees the property market,...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) real estate sector is one of the most dynamic in the region, attracting investors, residents, and developers from around the world. Whether you are buying a home, investing in property, or working in the sector professionally, understanding the legal and regulatory environment is essential to protecting your rights and...
Incorporating a private limited company is a popular choice among Indian entrepreneurs due to the benefits of limited liability, separate legal identity, and access to funding. The process is governed by the Companies Act, 2013 and regulated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Below is a step-by-step explanation of the incorporation process, structured under...
The advent of International Financial Services Centres (IFSCs) in India marks a transformative step in integrating global financial services with domestic regulatory oversight. GIFT City in Gujarat, India’s flagship IFSC, has been established not only as a financial gateway but also as a legal innovation aimed at attracting international business through a tailored regulatory regime....
One of the most critical decisions in starting a business in India is choosing the right legal structure for the business. This choice has lasting implications for taxation, liability, ownership, and compliance requirements. This article outlines the most common types of business structures in India, their legal references and a brief overview of the incorporation...
