Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution in the UAE

The UAE is a centre of business in the world that draws in money and skilled workers. As things become bigger, there will be more business meetings and fights.

ADR is a well-known way to quickly settle these kinds of disagreements in the UAE. Arbitration is the main focus of this system. Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 (the "Federal Arbitration Law") made this new technique stronger.

It brings the UAE's processes in line with worldwide standards and is a strong alternative to going to court.

Read our blog article to find out more about arbitration in the UAE.

Fast and Confidential Arbitration Services for Business and Individuals

People and businesses that want things done quickly pick the UAE arbitration because it is quick and private. Arbitration hearings and verdicts are private, unlike court proceedings. This keeps secrets and reputations safe for businesses. This anonymity is helpful, particularly in economies where money and business objectives matter.

Agreed-upon deadlines and fewer steps often lead to responses in months instead of years, which is quicker than going to court.

This pace makes things go more smoothly and lets people move on. Also, the parties have more power. They may choose arbitrators who have the right skills and agree on the language and steps to follow.

Benefits of Arbitration in the UAE for Conflict Resolution

There are several advantages to arbitrating problems in the UAE:

Speed and efficiency: Arbitration is quicker than going to court, which lets the parties concentrate on what they do best.
Privacy: Arbitration keeps private corporate information, trade secrets, and company reputations safe.
Party autonomy and flexibility: The parties may make the arbitration process work for them by choosing experts and adopting rules. This control makes it possible to find a more tailored and useful answer.
Impartial forum: Arbitration gives international parties a fair and impartial place to settle their differences, which eases worries about the advantages of national courts.
Enforcing awards: The New York Convention makes it simpler to enforce the UAE arbitration decisions in more than 160 member jurisdictions. This makes it perfect for disputes between countries.
Specialised knowledge: In complicated disputes, parties might choose arbitrators who are experts in a certain field, like technology or industry.
Cost-effectiveness: Arbitration may be cheaper than going to court since it takes less time and there are fewer appeals.

Our Arbitration and ADR Services

Consulting.ae provides full arbitration and ADR services to safeguard your rights and get the best results in challenging circumstances.

Get legal assistance from our experienced arbitration lawyers.

Our skilled arbitration attorneys can help you with every step of the dispute resolution procedure. The UAE arbitration legislation and international arbitration procedures might be hard to understand, but we know how to deal with them.

We provide:

Strategic advice: We'll help you figure out the best way to settle your disagreement.
Looking over and getting ready for your case: Getting proof and making strong cases.
We work hard to protect your interests in arbitration cases at the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), the Abu Dhabi Commercial Conciliation and Arbitration Centre (ADCCAC), and other places.
Enforcement and challenge: Helping to enforce arbitration decisions and legally fighting verdicts that hurt parties.

Drafting and Executing a Settlement Agreement

A well-written settlement agreement makes sure that disputes are settled and prevents them from happening again.

Our lawyers help with:

Helping in settlement talks by giving you strategic advice and representing you to safeguard your interests.
Making Agreements: Making settlement agreements that are clear, complete, and legally binding that show how determined you are.
Executing and following the rules: Helping in the execution and making sure that the agreement is followed legally.

Early Dispute Resolution and Mediation Options

We want to settle disagreements in a pleasant and proactive way whenever we can.

We provide the following services:

Early case assessment: Finding possible problems and suggesting ways to fix them.
Mediation services: Setting up mediation sessions with a neutral third party to assist people come to an agreement without going to court or arbitration. Mediation puts connections first and comes up with unique solutions that don't depend on regulations.
Conciliation: when a neutral third party helps two people who are having a disagreement come to an agreement.

Why Consulting.ae for Your Dispute Resolution Needs

The people who work at Consulting.ae are committed to your success. We know a lot about the UAE's legal system and have worked in other countries, so we can help you settle any disputes.

We put our clients first by giving them tailored solutions, clear communication, and a promise to provide the best results for your company or personal requirements as swiftly as possible.

You can trust our arbitration and ADR attorneys to handle your case properly since they know both business and the law.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about business setup in the UAE. If you don't see your question here, feel free to contact us directly.

What types of disputes can be resolved through arbitration?

The UAE arbitration may be used to settle a wide range of business and civil disputes. Some examples include contract, construction, real estate, and business conflicts. Most of the time, criminal cases, personal status problems like marriage and inheritance, and public policy conflicts (unless the law says otherwise) cannot be settled by arbitration. To settle their disagreement, both sides need to have a clear arbitration agreement or provision in their contract.

How much does arbitration cost in the UAE?

The cost of arbitration in the UAE varies on a number of things, such as how valuable and complicated the case is, how many arbitrators are involved, which arbitration institution is selected (such as DIAC or ADGM Arbitration Centre), and how long the process takes.

Costs typically include:

Registration costs are a non-refundable amount that you pay to the arbitration institution to start the procedure. For example, DIAC's registration fee is $3,000.
Administrative fees: The arbitral institution charges for managing cases and providing administrative assistance. The magnitude of the disagreement affects these expenditures.
Arbitrator fees: Pay arbitrators a set amount or by the hour. The worth of the dispute usually decides the amount.
Legal fees: Paying a lawyer to represent you.
Other expenditures may include renting a hearing room, hiring expert witnesses, or obtaining translation assistance.

Most people think that arbitration is cheaper than going to court for a long time, however your lawyer and the arbitration organisation should give you a full cost estimate.

Can I choose arbitration for employment disputes?

Yes, workers in the UAE may settle employment problems via arbitration. Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 lets people settle employment problems via arbitration. This is a quicker and more private way to settle work-related issues including pay, contract conditions, and firing than going to court. The UAE Labour Law says that there should be arbitration and conciliation panels to help people resolve their differences peacefully. Arbitration gives firms and workers a fair place to talk about work concerns, keeps private information safe, and typically settles problems faster and for less money.

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