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Learn moreUnderstanding the basics of the commercial tenancy contracts in the Emirate of Dubai will require us to understand the Legal Framework that governs commercial tenancy contracts, the responsibilities and obligations of the parties, the regulatory considerations, and in general the practical considerations of the parties. All together, shall give us insightful information in regards to the commercial tenancy contracts in the Emirate of Dubai.
Learn moreThe recent decision by the Bahrain Court of Cassation (“COC”) in Case No. 31 of 2023, issued on 8 January 2024 (“COC Judgment”), marks a significant development in the application of arbitration clauses to non-signatories for Bahrain-seated arbitrations. The case centred on the interpretation of an arbitration clause in a sub-subcontract (“Sub-Subcontract”) and its applicability to the dispute between the main contractor (“Main Contractor”) and the sub-subcontractor (“Sub-Subcontractor”). This ensued after the Main Contractor’s agreement to assume liability alongside the subcontractor (“Subcontractor”) towards the Sub-Subcontractor, as stipulated in the Sub-Subcontract.
Learn moreAs a legal professional with over a decade of experience in succession planning, I've had the privilege of drafting more than 100 wills for clients across the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This journey has not just been about legal documentation, but about protecting families, securing legacies, and providing peace of mind during life's most uncertain moments.
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Drawn From 3,000 Years Of The History Of Power, This Is The Definitive Guide To Help Readers Achieve For Themselves What Queen Elizabeth I, Henry Kissinger, Louis Xiv And Machiavelli Learnt The Hard Way. Law 1: Never Outshine The Master Law 2: Never Put Too Much Trust In Friends; Learn How To Use Enemies Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions Law 4: Always Say Less Than Necessary. The Text Is Bold And Elegant, Laid Out In Black And Red Throughout And Replete With Fables And Unique Word Sculptures. The 48 Laws Are Illustrated Through The Tactics, Triumphs And Failures Of Great Figures From The Past Who Have Wielded - Or Been Victimised By - Power.
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The people of Japan believe that everyone has an ikigai – a reason to jump out of bed each morning. And according to the residents of the Japanese island of Okinawa – the world’s longest-living people – finding it is the key to a longer and more fulfilled life. Inspiring and comforting, this book will give you the life-changing tools to uncover your personal ikigai. It will show you how to leave urgency behind, find your purpose, nurture friendships and throw yourself into your passions.
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Author explains that there are four key behavior types that define how we interact with and perceive the people around us. Understanding someone’s pattern of behavior is the key to successful communication. Erikson breaks down the four kinds of behavior types—Reds who are dominant and commanding, Yellows who are social and optimistic, Greens who are laid back and friendly, and Blues who are analytical and precise—and explains how to identify and interact with each type of person. Instead of being bogged down with overly technical categorizations, the simple four color system allows you to speedily identify a friend or coworker and adjust how you speak and share with them.
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A brilliant, no-nonsense profile of the criminal mind, newly updated in 2022 to include the latest research, effective methods for dealing with hardened criminals, and an urgent call to rethink criminal justice from expert witness Stanton E. Samenow, Ph.D.
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The Notebook of Happiness is authored by Mr. Ali Zakaria, designed precisely for that purpose; finding happiness. Every week for a a total of 52 weeks, you will follow the proven practices in this book that will allow you to live a more rich and fulfilling life. The Notebook of happiness is an interactive notebook where you dedicate yourself to a happiness practice every week and track your progress along the way. Written by the bestselling author of The Forgotten Art of Happiness, this powerful and thought-provoking notebook seeks to help you delve into your mind and create the life of your dreams. Over the course of 52 weeks, you’ll explore your innermost thoughts, learning how to build successful habits, defeat procrastination, develop healthier relationships, and much more. Packed with inspirational advice, this notebook offers you a practical and empowering way to finally take charge of your life and start being happy
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The book is written by Mohamed Darwish, a seasoned professional with expertise in business development and legal acumen within the hospitality and real estate sectors. If you are looking for a comprehensive and practical guide on how to resolve disputes in the hospitality industry, this book is for you. It covers the various types of conflicts that may arise between hotels, guests, travel agents, employees, and other stakeholders, and how to effectively address them through mediation. Mediation is a preferred method of dispute resolution that offers many advantages over litigation, such as lower costs, faster outcomes, confidentiality, and the preservation of business relationships.
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AI Practical Guide: The Future of Lawyers is a critical yet accessible reflection on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal profession—written by Mohamed Darwish, a UAE-based lawyer, certified mediator, and former hotel industry strategist whose rare blend of business development and legal acumen gives the book a distinctive voice. For anyone searching online for AI tools for lawyers, how AI is used in legal practice, or legaltech in the Middle East, this book offers not just answers, but a personal roadmap. Mohamed Darwish doesn’t just write about the future of law—he lives it, leveraging his proven track record in hotel business development and digital transformation to create a practical, ethical, and forward-thinking model for the modern legal professional.
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UAE Arbitration Law is a welcome book, the first of its kind to offer in-depth practical case law analysis on arbitration in the United Arab Emirate (UAE), providing an article-by-article guide to the Arbitration Law, with over 120 cases from courts across the Emirates. Each case is presented in the context of its most relevant provision, summarized in English, and accompanied by the authors’ astute comments on the significance and scope of the decision. UAE has taken major steps to enact legislative regimes that permit the efficient and even-handed resolution of international disputes. Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 (Arbitration Law), based on the UNCITRAL Model Law, marks a pivotal step in harmonizing the UAE’s arbitration framework—which includes local arbitration institutions and so-called offshore courts—with global best practices.
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