BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
Overview
The article examines the material legal process involved when undertaking a corporate acquisition transaction in Saudi Arabia (Acquisition Transaction).
The general process an Acquisition Transaction undergoes shares several similarities with similar types of transactions in other jurisdictions. Notwithstanding, the prevalent regulations and overriding legal system unique to […]
It all started when Federal Law No.2 of 2015 was enacted, amending the legal regime that governs local and foreign companies under Federal Law No.4 of 1984. These changes have impacted on several corporate practices including the governance of private and public companies, their legal structure […]
On 04 April 2018, the Minister of Human Resources and Emiratization issued a groundbreaking Ministerial Decision No. 212 of 2018 on the regulations relating to the employment of UAE nationals in the private sector.
This decision replaced Ministerial Decision No. 293 of 2015 which set the rules and […]
The Legal 500 & The In-House Lawyer Comparative Legal Guide UAE: Arbitration
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of the legal framework and key issues surrounding arbitration law in United Arab Emirates . This Q&A, written by Partner, Antonios Dimitracopoulos, is part of […]
As the UAE construction industry continues to flourish, Robert Mitchley, Associate at BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP contributes to Emirates Law expert panel, explaining the laws impacting contracts, liability, planning and building regulations. Read full article here
Real property development in the UAE is often undertaken on a joint venture basis. The reasons for this are similar to those in other jurisdictions and include sharing risk, specific development expertise, ownership restrictions on the property and the increase in public private partnership. However, it is vital […]
Earlier this year Saudi Arabia issued a historic new Bankruptcy Law (Saudi Arabia Royal Decree No. M5/1439 and Saudi Arabia Cabinet Decision No. 264/1439), the Kingdom’s Council of Ministers has adopted the new law’s Implementing Regulations in Saudi Arabia Cabinet Decision No. 622/1439 […]
The implementation of VAT in the UAE left many registrants under the VAT laws asking questions, especially when it first came into operation. Now, several months down the line, there are still some key issues that are not easily deciphered. Luckily, there is an avenue to answer some […]
The Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, H.H Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan issued Decision No.25 (the “Decision”) on the 27th of September 2018 to regulate tenancy committees, disputes and procedures in the Emirate.
The purpose of the Decision is to expedite tenancy dispute proceedings […]
The recruitment of expats in Oman is regulated by the Omani Sultani Decree No. 35/2003 ( the “Labour Law”). The provisions of the Labour Law governing the recruitment of expatriates are summarized below.
Article 18 of the Labour Law of 2003 which stipulates that an employer is prohibited […]
This country-specific Q&A, written by Jimmy Haoula and Tyne Hugo, provides an overview to bribery & corruption law in the UAE.
The Guide covers the definition of bribery, regulation, compliance, liability and enforcement as well as insight and opinion and any upcoming legal changes planned […]
Oman laws reflect the fact that it is an Islamic country. Local traditions, customs, laws and religions shall be respected at all times and it is important to be aware of your actions to ensure that they don’t offend.
The new Oman Penal Code, promulgated by the […]
