Child custody is the most unwanted step after divorce or separation and can come up in any household, disrupting families and whatnot. Being a sensitive and significant matter altogether, the child faces a lot of emotional distress that drags through years. To make this process a smoother one, you must know about the legal framework …
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In a multicultural country like the UAE, divorce laws are nuanced, catering to both Muslim and Non-Muslim residents. The legal framework for divorce in the UAE has evolved to address the specific needs of Muslim and Non-Muslim couples, providing clarity on procedures, alimony, and child custody. This blog will delve into the procedures under Federal …
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Dubai family law aims to protect the rights of individuals within a family structure and provide a framework for resolving disputes. Family law is influenced by Sharia principles for Muslims, while non-Muslims also have access to civil courts and personal status laws. Whether you are dealing with marriage, divorce, child custody, or inheritance, it is …
In Islamic law, specifically under Shariah, a man is permitted to marry up to four wives, provided he treats each with fairness and equity. In the UAE, the legal framework governing marriages and family matters is detailed in the Federal Law No. 28 of 2005 On Personal Status. This legislation outlines the rights of spouses …
Family companies are not considered a new form to be added to the forms of commercial companies mentioned in Law No. (32), Rather, they are closer to a legal definition or description that gives some unique characteristics to any of the legal forms that already exist in the Companies Law. With the exception of public …
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Abu Dhabi Law No. 14 of 2021 concerning Family Matters for Non-Muslims aims to apply civil principles to organize family matters inter alia, Civil Marriage, Divorce, Child Custody, Inheritance, and Paternity exclusively for non-Muslim expatriates. The law defines an ex-patriate as a person who is not a Muslim, would it be male or female, domiciled, …