DIFC-LCIA Updated Arbitration Rules1 March 2021
The DIFC-LCIA has issued updated arbitration rules which came into force on 1 January 2021. This article outlines the key changes.
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Easing Financial Pressures During Covid-1926 November 2020
The UAE Cabinet recently announced its approval of amendments to the Bankruptcy Law that aim to ease the enhanced financial pressures on businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic. This article looks at the changes and potential implications.
Covid 19: An international construction perspective – Middle East29 April 2020
This is the third of our five-part series covering the issues facing the construction industry in five different jurisdictions across the world in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19: An International Construction Perspective27 April 2020
This series discusses force majeure, suspension, termination and relevant practical advice in the following jurisdictions: England & Wales, Germany, the Middle East and Asia (with a particular focus on Singapore and Thailand).
COVID 19 – What should we do now?26 March 2020
We have formed a dedicated team to assist our clients worldwide to deal with any and all challenges faced by businesses affected by the government lockdowns.
Enforcement of UAE court judgments in India – A positive step23 January 2020
Judgments rendered by certain UAE courts are now enforceable in India.
Third party funding in the Middle East11 March 2019
In this briefing we consider the benefits of Third Party Funding and how there are increased opportunities for court litigation and arbitration funding in the Middle East and in particular the UAE.
New UAE Law on Arbitration – A Shift in the Right Direction29 May 2018
The long awaited UAE Arbitration Law has been issued by the President of the UAE, currently expected to come into force in July 2018. What does the new law entail?
WFW launches Dubai contentious practice with key Partner hire5 February 2018
Charlotte’s arrival and the inception of our contentious practice in the region will herald a new phase in our development and will allow us to better serve our clients in our key sectors and more widely