DIFC Court warms to Worldwide Freezing Orders4 March 2025
In this article, we discuss an important ruling made by the DIFC Court of Appeal relating to the courts’ powers to issue Worldwide Freezing Orders.
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Aviation Case Review 202429 January 2025
We have brought together summaries of some of the more notable aviation decisions in 2024 in jurisdictions around the world that cover topics from grounding to insolvency, as well as the ever-present termination notice.
Grounding Aircraft in Dubai Possible (again) Through DIFC Courts23 January 2025
DIFC Courts have grounded aircraft in Dubai for lease breaches, using sweep-up clauses to secure interim relief despite no specific jurisdiction clauses.
Australia-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement: New Investment Opportunities29 November 2024
Australia and the UAE’s recent trade agreement has a particular focus on facilitating and promoting investment. This article examines what opportunities this presents for investors in those markets.
WFW Wins Net Zero Transition Award at IFLR’s Middle East Law Awards 202425 October 2024
Each year, the IFLR Middle East Awards celebrate success, innovation and dedication in the legal sector across the region.
WFW strengthens Dubai ship finance offering with partner relocation29 July 2024
We are strengthening our Middle East ship finance practice with the the relocation of Assets & Structured Finance Partner Emily Widdrington from London to Dubai as of 1 August 2024.
WFW Dubai Partner Natalie Jensen named WIBLA EMEA Shipping & Maritime Lawyer of the Year3 July 2024
The award highlighted Natalie’s significant contributions to maritime and shipping law.
English courts to hear lessor claims against aircraft reinsurers despite Russian jurisdiction clause3 April 2024
In a recent decision, the English Commercial Court has held there to be strong reasons to override Russian jurisdiction clauses and hear the claims brought by aircraft lessors against reinsurers in the English court.
WFW welcomes four new partners in Dubai25 March 2024
The new partners’ arrival marks a major expansion of WFW’s Dubai office.
Victory in conflict – strategies and tactics for achieving success in complex disputes5 March 2024
Panel discussion ‘Victory in conflict – strategies and tactics for achieving success in complex disputes’ as part of Riyadh International Disputes Week.
Aircraft Repossession – Tips for Lessors and Financiers24 January 2024
Every aircraft repossession presents its own challenges. In this article, we highlight certain matters that should be considered in any contentious or potentially contentious situation, wherever it may arise in the world.
New UAE Maritime Law – what you need to know20 December 2023
Following the announcement of the UAE’s New Maritime Law, WFW Dubai examines its key developments and discuss what’s changed.
