United Arab Emirates: Estate Management

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Property Ownership And Joint Ownership Disputes In Dubai
The UAE real estate sector operates under a dual legal framework combining federal civil law with emirate-specific property regulations, creating a complex landscape for property ownership and registration. When co-owners disagree or jointly owned properties face management disputes, what legal mechanisms exist to resolve conflicts and enforce rights? This analysis examines the registration requirements, strata title governance, and judicial pathways available for resolving property disputes in Dubai's real
United Arab Emirates Real Estate
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
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Abu Dhabi Jointly Owned Property: Governance, Service Charges, And Asset Quality
Abu Dhabi's Administrative Decisions No. 25 and 26 of 2025 introduce comprehensive reforms governing the post-handover management of jointly owned property, establishing detailed requirements for service charge collection, management company operations, and owners' committee formation. These changes transform what was previously a contractual framework into a structured regulatory regime with direct implications for developers, property managers, investors, and lenders operating in the emirate's real estate
United Arab Emirates Real Estate
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A&O Shearman