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UAE New civil law 2025 vs the old civil law

The introduction of the UAE's new Civil Transactions Law in 2025 marks a significant evolution from the previous regulatory framework established by Federal Law No. 5 of 1985. This transition reflects the UAE's commitment to modernizing its legal infrastructure to support its growing economy and international business activities. Here's a detailed comparison of the two laws:

Family Law and Pet Custody in UAE: Animal Ownership Disputes

No UAE statute says who keeps the dog after a separation. Animals fall under the Civil Transactions Law as movable property, so family courts decide these disputes on proof of acquisition rather than on attachment or caregiving history. The article explains what evidence carries weight, how municipal registration and veterinary records fit in, and what a written agreement can settle in advance.

Child Custody Psychological Assessment in UAE: Expert Reports

Child custody disputes in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) demand a precise and systematic approach that balances the legal framework with the best interests of the child. Psychological assessments represent a

Child Custody Rights for Mothers in UAE: Hadana Law Framework

Hadana is the daily care of a child and normally sits with the mother; wilaya, the authority over schooling, travel and money, normally sits with the father. Explained here: the ages at which maternal custody ordinarily ends, the evidence that persuades a court to extend it, and the care, conduct and stability grounds on which it can be withdrawn.

Adoption Law in UAE: Kafala and Alternative Care Arrangements

The legal landscape governing adoption and alternative child care in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a complex matrix of Sharia principles and statutory regulations, requiring an architected approach to fam

Family Law and Witness Protection in UAE: Testimony and Safety

Family law proceedings in the UAE often involve sensitive, adversarial disputes where the testimony of witnesses can decisively influence judicial outcomes. However, the structural challenges posed by witness

Child Custody for Non-Muslims in UAE: Civil Law Framework

The legal landscape surrounding child custody for non-Muslims in the UAE has undergone a significant transformation with the enactment of Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022. This civil personal status law deli

Family Law and Blockchain Evidence in UAE: Digital Proof Framework

Electronic records are admissible in UAE civil proceedings once authenticity and integrity are shown, and a ledger entry can satisfy that test. What it cannot do on its own is prove who made the transaction. The rest of the work sits here: expert explanation of the record, corroboration tying a wallet to a spouse, capture and chain of custody, and the friction with personal data obligations.