Why it Matters Making a Will is one of the most important planning steps a person can take to protect their family and make sure their wishes are fulfilled. Without a Will, particularly in the UAE, transferring assets to loved ones can become problematic and costly. Gradually over the years, I am pleased to see awareness spreading about the necessity of having one in place. There are also numerous Will-writing services available. Although they may appear similar on the surfac

The United Arab Emirates has entered a new phase of consumer regulation, reflecting the rapid growth of e-commerce, digital platforms and technology-enabled services. Often described as Consumer Protection 2.0, the modern framework strengthens consumer rights while imposing clearer, more stringent obligations on businesses operating in both physical and digital markets. For companies trading in or into the UAE, compliance is now a strategic priority rather than a routine lega

As the UAE startup ecosystem matures and capital deployment becomes more selective, technology due diligence has evolved from a high-level technical review into a core investment discipline. By 2026, investors in the UAE will no longer focused solely on growth metrics and market opportunity. They expect startups to demonstrate robust, scalable, and compliant technology foundations that can withstand regulatory scrutiny and support regional expansion. This shift reflects a mor

Generative artificial intelligence tools are rapidly transforming the way businesses approach documentation and content creation. In the commercial sphere, many organisations are now using GenAI platforms to draft contracts, standard terms and conditions, supplier agreements, and other transactional documents. While these tools offer speed, efficiency, and cost savings, relying on them without appropriate legal oversight presents significant risks. Commercial contracts are no

The United Arab Emirates has firmly positioned itself as a leading centre for climate finance in the Middle East, aligning environmental sustainability with long-term economic diversification. Anchored by the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative and reinforced by its role as host of COP28 in 2023, the country continues to channel significant public and private capital into renewable energy, clean technology and climate-resilient infrastructure. Legal frameworks play a ce

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping professional services worldwide, and the legal sector in the United Arab Emirates is no exception. From automated contract drafting and document review to predictive analytics and compliance monitoring, AI tools promise efficiency, cost reduction, and speed. However, beneath the surface of innovation lies a more fundamental question: Are AI-generated legal outputs legally valid, enforceable, and defensible under UAE law? In a juris