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Q: I am in the process of setting up my consulting firm in the UAE. I will be using the services of freelancers abroad. I have few questions, I will be getting the freelancers to sign an NDA. What I am unsure about is in the NDA do I only state the following:
"This letter and the relationship between the Recipient and Hedsor Advisory shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the United Arab Emirates and any disputes arising in connection with the letter shall be settled before Dubai Civil Courts".
If an issue arises where an individual has breached the terms of the NDA and they live abroad, is the case heard in the country the individual is residing in or Dubai where the business is? Is the above wording suffice or do I also need to mention the laws and courts of the country where they reside?
Is generic NDA sufficient or do I need to get a custom one drawn up?
Regards,
Alia

Feb 13, 2017
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Governing law and jurisdiction
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Q: Can the law of other countries be applied in Dubai Court if the parties in the case are not Emirati?
How to check which law will be implemented in each case? Any specific procedure?

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MoU validity before courts in case of failing with obligations
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Q: Is the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the parties before the deal is enforceable/ recognised by the court if either party does not fulfil his/her obligation as agreed in the MoU?

Oct 10, 2017
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The proper procedures to check the history of a mainland company before buying it
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Q: Hi Mam,
I am planning to buy an existing 13 years old mainland company in Dubai. Since it is a very old company, it might bring along a variety of issues with it as well.
For a couple of years, it has not been very much operational and its financial records don't seem to be good either.
My question is how best can I safeguard myself from previous litigations and legalities that the company may have?
Your expertise and advice are greatly required.

Dec 22, 2020
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Legal assistance in verifying documents with Dubai customs for precious metal trade

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Q: Trying to find out if a friend's paperwork is legit; we have much money invested in precious metals supposedly in the possession of Dubai customs that need to have documents verified. Have been.
Need to find out if legit. I have about 2 hundred thousand invested. Should have sought out legal counsel a year ago. Will need to have a friend contact as he has all info and documents well over 1/2 million invested in this.


Apr 8, 2021
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The due diligence before buying an existing mainland company

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Q: Hi,
I am looking to buy a 15% stake in an existing active company (mainland). What is the due diligence which I must do to ensure I am not scammed?
What are the legal and economic aspects I should be aware of?
Kindly assist me.
Thanks in advance!


May 17, 2021
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Legal blog
1 available 1 • View allSix Thumb Rules to Bear in Mind Before Entering an Arbitration Agreement 9
This short write up examines some of the key considerations one has to bear in mind while opting for Arbitration as a preferred mode for dispute resolution.
Sep 12, 2020
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Laws & Regulations
1 available 1 • View allFederal Law No. (11) of 1992 Concerning Issuance of the Civil Procedures Code 42
The law promulgates UAE Civil Procedures Code (Civil Procedure Law) which governs civil procedures in the United Arab Emirates, including the prosecution before the courts, litigation and execution.
Feb 24, 1992
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