Construction and Real Estate Disputes in Dubai: Why Arbitration Remains the Preferred Forum
Construction and real estate disputes in Dubai are rarely straightforward. A typical dispute may involve a complex contractual framework; several jurisdictions; cross-border considerations; technical evidence; multiple stakeholders all against a background of significant commercial pressure. Disputes particularly in construction may involve all or any of delay and disruption claims; variations; Dispute Adjudication Boards; defects certification […]
Confidentiality in Arbitration: A Cornerstone of Commercial Dispute Resolution in the MENA Region
Introduction Parties are increasingly opting for dispute resolution clauses referring to arbitration due to the efficiency, flexibility, and confidentiality of the arbitral process. The principle of confidentiality is a key attraction in arbitration proceedings which ensures that the details of a dispute; the proceedings as well as the final determination of the arbitral tribunal remain […]
Arbitration in Real Estate Disputes in Dubai: Legal Framework and Best Practices
Dubai’s real estate market has experienced significant growth in recent years, attracting both local and international investors. The complexity and scale of real estate projects, many of which are sold off-plan, may lead to disputes between developers and buyers. These disputes often arise from breach of contract: delay; defects; performance guarantees and questions of ownership. […]
Recent Developments in Dispute Resolution in the United Arab Emirates
Dispute Resolution in Dubai The emergence of Dubai as a global hub for commerce, trade, and finance has fostered parallel developments in its legal framework – particularly in the field of dispute resolution. The rapid growth of international businesses investment in the UAE generally and in Dubai in particular has created a high demand for […]
Online Dispute Resolution: Legal Technological Solutions
The Role of Online Dispute Resolution: Leveraging Legal Technological Solutions With businesses in the UAE and globally reporting a sharp increase in disputes requiring resolution through litigation or other forms of dispute resolution during the first three quarters of 2024, interest in the advantages of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) has been growing. The UAE’s legal system is […]
Introduction to UAE Dispute Resolution
Parties entering into dispute resolution in the United Arab Emirates may wish to consider the wider legal framework within which their dispute will be determined. This post briefly describes the legal system of the UAE and considers the various forms of dispute resolution common in the UAE. The federation of the United Arab Emirates comprises […]
Types of Dispute Resolution
What is Dispute Resolution The first port of call for business parties in dispute will generally be the dispute resolution clause of the contract that governs their relationship. This clause is often considered a ‘boilerplate’ provision that is left to lawyers at the time the parties are setting down the commercial terms and conditions they […]
