Hassan Elhais

Child custody is an important consideration when spouses are getting divorced. While divorce in itself is a tough situation to be in, when there are children involved, it becomes a harder situation.In...

The term "intellectual property" signifies any creation of the human intellect. It comprises of ideas, inventions, designs and discoveries, that can be used to earn recognition and financial gains...

Inheritance is a very important aspect of family law. It is the branch of law that ensures welfare of family members and the continuity of the family unit after the death of an individual. Inheritance...

When a person dies intestate, it becomes very difficult for those left behind to gain access of his estate since they cannot be dealt with or transferred without court orders. This results in immense...

1. What law governs the inheritance on the demise of UAE national or an expatriate?The principal source of law of inheritance in UAE is Shariah and on the basis of which several Federal Laws have been...

An act will be called insider trading if such information is provided to a third party who benefits from his investment activities post receiving such information. It is a term used commonly in the...

Introduction:In light of the recent heavy rainfall in the UAE, both insurers and businesses must understand the legal framework outlined in Federal Law No. 5/1985 on Civil Transactions Law or Civil...

Intellectual property rights have always played an inherent role in breakthrough discovery in various fields. The commercial and moral rights provided under the IP regime, whether towards monetization...

Introduction: Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) serve as a cornerstone in the protection of creative expressions, technological advancements, and unique brands, fostering innovation and economic...

IntroductionIn the UAE, the regulation of charging interest for borrowed money is governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 31/2021, also known as the Crimes and Penalties Law. This recently enacted...

Introduction:Investment is a cornerstone of corporate governance under Federal Decree-Law No. 32/2021 on Commercial Companies Law (Companies Law), where shareholders play a pivotal role in the...

Under the laws of United Arab Emirates, a lawyer is required to show integrity, honor and complete professional commitment while performing legal services for the clients. The lawyer should preserve...

With the advancement of technology, the drawbacks of the excessive use of the internet, such as cyberbullying, hacking, online frauds, etc. are also coming to light. Cyberbullying is commonly...

In the UAE, divorce and related matters are governed by the UAE family Law. Due to the presence of various communities coexisting in the country, the UAE government has enacted separate laws for...

UAE offers innumerable opportunities for foreign companies to trade in forex, CFD and binary options. Being one of the pertinent financial centers in the Middle East, Dubai and the other Emirates of...