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Family law
Q: I am trying to find sources to locate family law statutes in multiple countries in the Middle East for some research I am conducting. Can you please help point me in the right direction? Thank you for your time and help.
May 26, 2016
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Mortgage for non-residents
Q: I would like to apply for the mortgage in one of the banks in Dubai to purchase a property. Is this possible without residence visa and if yes, so which documents will be required from my side?Feb 11, 2016
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Consequences of bounced cheques
Q: What happens if I bounce a cheque when paying for something?Jan 27, 2016
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UAE
Buyer's default of the SPA
Q: I signed a Sales Purchase Agreement with a buyer on a cash-buy basis and deposit 10% of the cost of the property. We agreed to meet at RERA in 30 days of to effect the transfer of the title deed. 60 days have passed and the buyer has informed me that he does not have the full amount for the transfer of the title deed. What should I do with the 10% deposit?May 23, 2016
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Abu-Dhabi tenancy contract
Q: I rented a villa in Abu Dhabi for a few years with the lease term till October and now as I bought my own apartment I sent a notice to the Landlord that I am going to vacate his villa in July. He came back to me saying that he is not accepting my request. What are my options?
May 26, 2016
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Business licenses in Dubai
Q: What licenses do I have to apply for opening a cafe in Dubai?May 7, 2016
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UAE
Lease agreement
Q: I have two shops in Sharjah. Recently I`ve decided to sell them to different owners. We changed the name of the branch and Landlord now asking for a double rent price - from AED 150,000 to AED 300,000.Where do I stand in legal perspective and what should be my actions on this? Thank you.May 16, 2016
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Termination of unlimited employment contract during a probation period
Q: I have an unlimited contract with the employer and I have not completed the probation. Can I leave the company without notice or do I have to give notice, and can they ban me from working after that or not?May 4, 2016
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UAE
Refund of money paid for realty in Ajman
Q: I purchased an off-plan property in Ajman back in May 2007. I was supposed to possess the property by the end of 2009. Till now, the tower has only two floors above the ground and it seems that the construction stopped at that level. I have paid almost 80% of the total value. I tried several times to reach the Developers, but they are not responding to my emails and phone calls. What can I do in this situation, and do I have any chances to take my money back? Thank you in advance.May 16, 2016
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Short term lease in Dubai
Q: There are many of private apartments in Dubai advertised as holiday homes for short-term rent. As far as I know, there is a special regulation of such leasing in Dubai, requiring a permission from the government authorities.How can I be sure, that booking of an apartment for a short stay, let`s say through Airbnb, is legal? What documents should I ask from the landlord to be on a safe side?
May 7, 2016
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UAE
Settlement of credit card debts with the bank to avoid imprisonment
Q: I have four credit cards which I am using last 5- 6 years. My financial situation has currently changed dramatically, and I am not in a position to repay the minimum payments. Until the last month, all the payments were accurate. All four credit cards entitle to use AED 100,000. As per my knowledge, the bank will file a case against me and I would like to know what actions can I take to avoid prison. In addition, I think I need a lawyer so that he can take care of my documents and release me if they will catch me. Could you please tell me what will the next step be? How can I get a court decision in my favor and obtain a police clearance certificate after all this? Thanks.May 16, 2016
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Local advocate is necessary
Q: I am an expat living in Dubai. Can I file a civil case and represent myself in Dubai Courts personally, without a local lawyer?May 6, 2016
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UAE
Cohabitation in the UAE
Q: I`m going to marry my girlfriend at the end of the summer and before the wedding we are going to live together in my apartment. Is it legal in the UAE if we are not married yet?May 6, 2016
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UAE
Penalty for drinking and driving in Dubai
Q: What is the penalty for drinking and driving in Dubai?May 2, 2016
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UAE
Bank account of a terminated employee
Q: I need your assistance, please. I believe that the Central Bank of the UAE may freeze the bank account of a terminated employee. We have a client in the UAE and need to know what the employer’s obligation is to inform the bank when an employee’s contract is being terminated. Is there a specific format that must be used to inform the bank or what is expected of the employer?May 11, 2016
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Service charges
Q: I am the owner of the property and I am entitled to pay all the service charges to the management company. For the last year, the cost raises almost twice with no reason. So I have raised this question within my community and we are now 11 people wanted to file an investigation case to know why we are paying more the landlords next door in the same area. What are the procedures from here?May 4, 2016
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