Baker McKenzie

United Arab Emirates

Insight
UAE Government Appoints Dr. Habib Al Mulla to ICSID
The Government of UAE has designated Dr. Habib Al Mulla, to serve on the Panel of Arbitrators maintained by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes.
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Overview

In an increasingly competitive market, we remain ahead of the curve as the first and only international law firm to fully merge with a leading UAE firm. We have worked on some of the most significant matters and legislation in the country, including the successful defence of Dubai Islamic Bank in a highly complex USD 2 billion dispute, and the drafting and review of the new maritime law, the first in over 30 years, for the UAE Federal Transport Authority. We have also advised on one of the first competition filings under the new UAE Competition Law as well as on complex cross-border investigations in the UAE.

Offices

Abu Dhabi

Level 8, Al Sila Tower
Abu Dhabi Global Market Square
Al Maryah Island, P.O. Box 44980
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971 2 696 1200 Fax: +971 2 676 6477

Dubai

Level 14, O14 Tower
Al Abraj Street
Business Bay, P.O. Box 2268
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971 4 423 0000 Fax: +971 4 447 9777

Dubai - DIFC

Level 3, Tower 1
Al Fattan Currency House
DIFC, P.O. Box 2268

Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971 4 423 0005 Fax: +971 4 447 9777

As the only global law firm to merge with a major local firm, Baker & McKenzie Habib Al Mulla leverages its local knowledge and global resources to help domestic and international clients meet the increasingly sophisticated requirements of doing business in the UAE. Based on our experience drafting major UAE legislation and advising clients on their practical application, we provide a unique platform for doing business in the Gulf region.

As one of few firms authorized to provide formal legal training to all lawyers in the UAE, Baker McKenzie Habib Al Mulla lawyers benefit from working in an environment filled with experienced legal professionals. Our lawyers also receive professional development training from the Dubai Legal Affairs Department and participate in global training programs such as the Associate Transfer Program.

Our UAE offices also offer England & Wales Training Contracts, a two-year training program encompassing at least three areas of English law that provides trainees with the basic knowledge and skills to become qualified E&W lawyers.

Insight
30 July 2019
UAE Reduces Fees to Boost Business and Attract Brand Owners
The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lowered the fees and fines issued by the Ministry of Economy in order to encourage trade and investment.
Insight
15 July 2019
UAE: Your Views on the Proposed New DIFC Data Protection Law, July 2019
The Dubai International Financial Centre Authority (DIFCA) recently published a consultation paper seeking views on the new DIFC Data Protection Law.
Insight
10 July 2019
MENA Partner Promotions
We are pleased to announce the election of new partners in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) which are effective from 1 July 2019.
Insight
08 July 2019
UAE Approves Foreign Ownership over 122 Business Activities
The UAE Cabinet has announced the relaxation of foreign ownership restrictions for 122 business activities specifically in the manufacturing, agricultural and services categories.
Insight
30 June 2019
Complying with the New UAE Economic Substance Resolution
The key impact of the resolution is the obligation of companies carrying out relevant activities to meet the specified Economic Substance requirements and to conduct annual compliance reporting. 
Insight
27 May 2019
UAE Regulates Internet of Things
The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has published a new policy regulating services and devices associated with the Internet of Things. 
Insight
29 April 2019
Middle East Tax Newsletter - Issue 2
Our Middle East Tax Newsletter aims to provide you with updates, insights and practical guidance on the tax implications of doing business in the region.
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News
29 July 2019
Middle East M&A Deal Values Quadruple in 2019 Despite Dip in Global Volumes: Baker McKenzie Report
Global M&A activity saw fewer but higher value transactions in the first half of 2019 (H1 2019).
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02 July 2019
Baker McKenzie announces 81 partner promotions including in MENA
MENA practice boasts of over 50 partners.
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20 May 2019
Baker McKenzie voted GCC Tax Firm of the Year by International Tax Review
Firm wins seven other regional and national awards
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23 April 2019
Baker McKenzie wins further accolades in the Middle East, honours late global chair
The Firm won Corporate Team of the Year and Infrastructure and Energy Projects Team of the Year.
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15 April 2019
Baker McKenzie wins two industry awards at the Mergermarket MENA M&A Awards
Baker McKenzie has been voted "Financial Services M&A Legal Adviser of the Year" and "Consumer M&A Legal Adviser of the Year"
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26 February 2019
Baker McKenzie Habib Al Mulla advises on landmark real estate judgments in the UAE
Dubai's Court of Cassation sets new precedents for developers, reinforces confidence in the real estate market.
News
30 January 2019
Integrating and transforming your business in the Middle East: Baker McKenzie Insights
We recently hosted a seminar focusing on how companies in the Middle East can manage the key issues faced when integrating and transforming a business.
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Diversity & Inclusion

We launched our BakerWomen Middle East initiative in 2015 to support the progression of women in the workplace at all stages of their careers. As part of the initiative, we host internal and client meetings to provide a forum for women to share their experiences and challenges.

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