Investment forms the foundation of corporate governance under Federal Decree-Law No. 32/2021 on Commercial Companies Law (Companies Law). Shareholders play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and prosperity of a company. This article explores the rights and responsibilities of shareholders concerning their investments and profit sharing, highlighting the procedures for amending the Memorandum...
BlogPublicationsNew Resolution Establishes Committee for Real Estate Investment Funds in Dubai
July 17, 20240
In a significant move to bolster the real estate sector, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, has issued Resolution No. 36 of 2024. This Resolution mandates forming a Committee for Real Estate Investment Funds (“Committee”) to enhance governance, compliance, and support...
BlogPublicationsExpediting Your International Trademark Registration Under the Madrid Protocol
July 11, 20240
The Madrid Protocol has streamlined the process of international trademark registration, allowing brand owners to register their trademarks in over 120 countries with a single application. However, it is essential to adhere strictly to all mandatory requirements and standard procedures to avoid delays. Consulting with trademark agents in the UAE can help you navigate the...
Updates & EventsMexican Ambassador and General Consul Visit United Advocates Dubai, Express Gratitude for Legal Support to Mexican Citizens
June 10, 20240
His excellency Mr. Luis Alfonso de Alba, the Ambassador of Mexico and the general consul, his excellency Juan M. Sanchez has visited United Advocates Dubai office and met with Dr. Walid Jumaa, founding partner and CEO, as well as Ms. Maria Lorenza Cremaschi, head of the Spanish desk on the 30th of May to express...
Recent MattersUnited Advocates dismissed a pre-cautionary attachment commercial case in Dubai
May 17, 20240
United Advocates dismissed a pre-cautionary attachment commercial case in Dubai for a claim of AED 35 million that was filed against one of our clients from the gold industry.
Recent MattersUnited Advocates successfully recovered USD 1 Million for a well-known market research company based in the UAE
May 3, 20240
United Advocates successfully assisted a well-known market research company in the UAE to fully recover an outstanding amount of USD 1 Million at the pre-litigation stage utilizing our team’s strong settlement expertise.
Updates & EventsCEO Mr. Walid Celebrates International Women’s Day with ReaLaw in Cyprus
March 13, 20240
This week, Our CEO, Mr.Walid joined the team at ReaLaw, our associated offices in Cyprus to celebrate International Women’s Day and shared a memorable evening with our extended United Family
Recent MattersUnited Advocates successfully supervised a liquidation of a complex free zone company in the United Arab Emirates dealing in trading of precious stones and metals
March 7, 20240
United Advocates successfully supervised a liquidation of a complex free zone company in the United Arab Emirates dealing in trading of precious stones and metals
Recent MattersUnited Advocates successfully defended a client in a complex divorce matter and managed to get a desirable result by mutually settling the separation between the parties.
February 29, 20240
United Advocates successfully defended a client in a complex divorce matter and managed to get a desirable result by mutually settling the separation between the parties.
Recent MattersUnited Advocates Successfully Recovers Employment Dues and Dismisses Employer’s Counterclaim
February 23, 20240
United Advocates managed to secure a final labor judgement for a client to recover his employment dues and simultaneously dismissed the counter claim of the employer and another related breach of trust matter based on actual facts and legal grounds to secure our client’s rights.
United is honored to have hosted a meeting with Mr. Juan M. Sanchez, Head of the Consular Section, Embassy of Mexico in The UAE, to discuss providing legal services and further cooperation to the Mexican citizens in the UAE
Recent MattersEmpowering Clients: United Advocates Safeguards Buyer Interests with AED 5 Million Property Due Diligence
February 15, 20240
United Advocates assisted and protected a client as a buyer by conducting a comprehensive legal property due diligence for a property transaction worth AED 5 million, failing which the client would have been wrongly persuaded to proceed with the transaction.