The ADGM Courts have issued new judicial guidance clarifying how corporate governance disputes will be assessed and resolved, providing greater certainty for companies, directors, and shareholders operating within the Abu Dhabi Global Market.
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Dubai Courts introduce digital hearing system
Dubai Courts have rolled out an expanded digital hearing system aimed at streamlining litigation, improving access to justice, and making court proceedings more efficient and flexible for litigants, lawyers, and businesses across the emirate. The enhanced system supports fully online participation in civil and commercial hearings, reducing the need for in-person attendance and accelerating the judicial process.
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Landmark DIFC ruling reshapes employment dispute handling
The DIFC Courts has issued a significant ruling and procedural framework change that is reshaping how employment disputes are handled in the Dubai International Financial Centre. The action follows the introduction of Practice Direction No. 1 of 2025, which aims to enhance access to justice, promote fairness in litigation, and align employment dispute procedures with international standards of proportionality and efficiency.
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What the new UAE labour law means for employers
Employers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) must adapt to significant changes arising from the updated UAE Labour Law — the Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations and its subsequent amendments. This law, fully in force across the UAE private sector, including through updates in 2024 and 2025, replaces the old 1980 law and introduces modern standards for employment contracts, workplace practices, and employer obligations.
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UAE criminal law amendments explained
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has approved targeted amendments to its federal criminal law framework, reinforcing public safety, modernising criminal justice procedures, and expanding the powers of courts and prosecutors in specific circumstances. The changes reflect the UAE’s ongoing efforts to align its legal system with international best practices while addressing evolving social and security challenges.
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New commercial law provisions affect foreign investors
Dubai and the wider United Arab Emirates (UAE) have introduced a series of significant commercial law reforms that are reshaping the legal environment for foreign investors. These changes—largely embodied in the amendments to the UAE Commercial Companies Law—aim to enhance foreign direct investment (FDI), corporate flexibility and investor confidence, while aligning the UAE’s corporate regime with global standards.
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National Arbitration Law Enhancement Project
The National Arbitration Law Enhancement Project strengthens the UAE’s position as a leading hub for alternative dispute resolution. Guided by the Ministry of Justice, the project builds on international best practices to improve efficiency, enforceability, and procedural clarity in arbitration proceedings. Enhancements focus on aligning court support with arbitral autonomy, streamlining enforcement of awards, and...
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AI Integration in Judicial Case Management
AI integration in judicial case management is transforming how courts operate by improving efficiency, accuracy, and access to justice. Artificial intelligence tools support automated case allocation, predictive scheduling, document review, and intelligent search across large case files. These systems help reduce delays, minimise administrative workload, and enhance consistency in procedural handling. Importantly, AI is used...