Jimmy Haoula

The recent announcement by the American casino chain Wynn Resorts to build an integrated luxury resort in Ras Al Khaimah with multiple entertainment venues and a gaming center has sparked...

Jimmy Haoula explains, to Khaleej Times, that one of the key attributes of the new law is the prevention of the sale of shares or dividends of family-owned businesses to...

A major headline in 2021 was the entry of the mammoth construction firm Arabtec Holding and its subsidiaries into insolvency under the UAE Bankruptcy Law (Federal Law no. 9 of...

All UAE business owners and managers should be aware of the very recent decision of the Dubai Court of First Instance in the matter of the Bankruptcy of Marka Holdings...

Dubai government expands opportunities for the private sector, as it restricts the expansion of state-related entities. Dubai is controlling the number of state-related entities to help support the expansion of...

Starting your own business is one of the most exciting decisions you can take. But it is imperative to follow fundamental rules and keep certain key considerations in mind to...

Q1: Key considerations on how a multinational business can set up as a group in the region The United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) economy continues to flourish and be attractive to...

An Overview In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued the Dubai International...

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently organised a workshop in collaboration with BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP which provided valuable information about the UAE Bankruptcy Law and...

BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP, one of the region’s leading law firms, has announced the appointment ofSimon Isgaras Head of Insurance. A qualified barrister, Simon previously headed up...

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...

  Owners' associations (OA) have been in a somewhat tricky position since the introduction of value added tax (VAT) in the UAE in January. The exact rules and regulations remain...

Blockchain, developed in response to the emergence of cryptocurrencies, is an ever-growing list of records that irreversibly stores all details of transactions, once a transaction has been completed it forms...

Click here to view the article. Published: September 2017 Publication: Financial Times Title: Dubai property buyers must take care to avoid surprises Authors: Jimmy Haoula

Mergers and acquisitions, whether from the perspective of the Seller or the Buyer entail considerable preparation, research, adjustment, and due diligence. In most jurisdictions, including the UAE, in spite of...

Speaker at the Structuring real estate ownership conference. Hosted by Academy & Finance, at Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel, Dubai on 2 March 2016. Topic: Which holding structures are authorised to...

Regional insight, global outlook Rooted in local heritage with a focus on building relationships, BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates’ key strength lies in their ability to look beyond the...

Speakers at a legal seminar at the Abu Dhabi Chamber. Hosted at Abu Dhabi Chamber Building, on 24 November 2015. Topic: Commercial Companies Law No. 2 of 2015 Presenters: Dr....

Speakers at a legal seminar organised by the faculty of Law, University of Dubai, an initiative by Dubai Chamber. Hosted at Dubai Chamber Building, Deira on 20 October 2015. Topic:...

BSA launch event BSA hosted an exclusive reception this month at the Burj Al Arab to celebrate the joining of new Senior Partner Dr Ahmad Bin Hezeem, former Dubai Courts...

The United Arab Emirates has well and truly bounced back from the financial crisis on 2009-2010. Infrastructure construction has returned to full swing, while M&A deals abound, which means more...

The reception took place in Dubai on 29 October 2014, during the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) which was held on 28 – 30 October at Madinat Jumeirah conference. WEIF...

Sponsors and workshop hosts at the 2014Corporate Counsel Middle East Legal Forum Hosted by Legal Week at the Mina A'Salam Dubai on 14 May 2014 Re-establishing confidence in Real Estate...

The continuing and accelerating trend toward the globalisation of all things worldwide has informed the way that we look at everything social, economic, cultural and political. And real estate -...

Jimmy Haoula talks to Calcus about effectively addressing diverse businesses through innovation. Tell us about BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP ( former Bin Shabib & Associates)? BSA Ahmad...

UAE has in the past seen a financial crisis which exposed some of the inherent weaknesses of conventional systems of financing. With the slower economic growth and unsteady market conditions,...

New Memorandum Of Guidance On Reciprocal Enforceability of Judgments Enhances Trade And Investment Links Between UK and Dubai promoting DIFC Courts as Leader in International Commercial Dispute Resolution. 23 January...

Jimmy Haoula talks to Calcus about managing a regional law firm and the outlook for the legal industry in 2013. Tell us about BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP...

There has been much speculation about the release of the new draft Investor Protection, which aims to codify the relationship between investors and developers. Mamoon Ashraf, corporate associate and Jimmy...