By Christopher Lester and Connie Leung
The Prescribed Company Regulations offer a more flexible incorporation and permitted purposes regime than its predecessor, the Special Purpose Company Regulations.
Prescribed Companies are a type of corporate vehicle available in the Dubai International
Navigating the impact of the pandemic on technology contracting in preparation for a post-COVID-19 world.
By Brian Meenagh and Alexander Hendry*
A recent Latham.London blog post recommended five steps that customers should take when procuring technology and related services
Understanding bankruptcy laws in the UAE and DIFC in the context of COVID-19-related financial pressures.
By Nomaan A. Raja and Aly Kassam
COVID-19 has already caused wide-scale disruption to numerous industries both locally and globally. Whilst efforts are underway to
UAE Federal Cabinet approves Positive List of activities eligible for up to 100% foreign ownership.
By Christopher Lester and Connie Leung
WAM, the Emirates News Agency, reported on 2 July 2019 (the WAM Report) that the UAE Federal Cabinet has
Healthcare entities should immediately assess whether Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 applies to their practices.
On 6 February 2019, the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in conjunction with the UAE Minister of Health
The DIFC guidelines provide practical guidance for DIFC-registered entities engaging in electronic direct marketing, including useful “dos” and “don’ts”.
By Brian A. Meenagh, Fiona M. Maclean, and Laura Holden
What Do DIFC-Registered Entities Need to Know?
In January
United Arab Emirates (UAE) free zones are attractive jurisdictions for early and growth-stage companies. Free zones are designed to encourage startups and foreign investors through simpler processes and procedures, permiting 100% foreign ownership. However, the more than 45 free zones
International and local health providers in the UAE are increasingly looking to provide telemedicine services in the region. While the regulation of telemedicine remains inconsistent across the country, Dubai seems to be leading the way with significant regulatory developments in
Four of Latham & Watkins’ leading emerging company partners in Silicon Valley, Luke Bergstrom, Tad Freese, Jim Morrone and JD Marple, recently hosted a webinar titled “Achieving Successful Outcomes as a Non-US Company Investing in or Acquiring Technology Companies in
The compliance world will change dramatically for a number of GCC organizations on 25 May 2018. In just over one year’s time GCC organizations that:
