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Arabian Business
16-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai updates dispute resolution and conciliation law
Dubai has updated dispute resolution and conciliation laws in the emirate. In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (9) of 2025, amending specific provisions of Law No. (18) of 2021 governing the regulation of conciliation frameworks for dispute settlement in the emirate. The law replaces ten articles from the original legislation and is part of Dubai's ongoing efforts to modernise its legal system and enhance the efficiency and quality of judicial services for all members of society. Article 5 of updated Dubai law The law outlines categories of disputes that must undergo conciliation efforts before proceeding to litigation. These include: Disputes referred by the President of Dubai Courts Personal status disputes Cases where both parties agree to refer the matter to the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes (CASD) Lawsuits referred to CASD based on a prior agreement between the litigants Certain disputes are excluded from mandatory conciliation, including: Interim orders and urgent cases Matters of guardianship, inheritance, and marriage/divorce verification Disputes beyond Dubai Courts' jurisdiction Disputes where conciliation is prohibited under existing laws However, the Inheritance Court retains the right to propose settlement in inheritance-related disputes. Article 6 of updated Dubai law Article 6 of the law addresses the scope of dispute resolution procedures before the CASD and the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. Disputes submitted to CASD through Dubai Courts' electronic system will be reviewed by a Conciliator under the supervision of a Competent Judge Personal status disputes are handled by the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee, following procedures set by the President of the Judicial Council The CASD and Family Committee may engage experts to provide technical input, with scope, fees, and deadlines clearly outlined If a conciliation is reached, a Conciliation Agreement is signed, approved, and granted the force of a writ of execution once validated. Additional provisions of the new law, include: Article 27 of Law No. (9) of 2025 outlines the requirements for approving a Conciliation Agreement and validating the executory formula. Once requirements are confirmed, the Conciliator approves the agreement and applies the executory formula. Challenges must be based on fraud or deception, filed within five business days A Competent Judge will issue a final ruling within five business days Copies of the agreement are only provided to parties involved; second copies require a court order The law will be published in the Official Gazette and enter into force upon publication. The amendments support Dubai's broader aim to enhance its legal ecosystem by promoting amicable dispute resolution, strengthening contractual and business relationships, expediting case resolution, and ensuring confidentiality throughout the process.
Zawya
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
UAE: Mohammed bin Rashid issues law amending provisions of Dubai Conciliation Law
In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (9) of 2025, amending certain provisions of Law No. (18) of 2021 concerning the regulation of conciliation frameworks for the settlement of disputes arising within the emirate. The amendment replaces ten articles of the original law and is part of sustained efforts to advance and modernise the emirate's legal apparatus while offering the highest levels of efficiency and services to every member of society. Article 5 of the new law specifies the type of disputes qualifying for mandatory conciliation efforts. These include disputes referred by the President of Dubai Courts, personal status disputes, disputes where the parties agree to refer them to the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes (CASD), and lawsuits referred to the CASD by the courts based on prior agreement between the litigants. Article 5 also outlines disputes, orders, matters, and claims that shall remain exempt from conciliation pathways. These include interim orders, urgent cases, matters of guardianship, inheritance, and such other disputes, without prejudice to the powers of the Inheritance Court to propose settlement to the parties in inheritance cases. Conciliation is also not to be mooted in cases where arbitration is inconceivable, such as marriage and divorce verification cases; disputes beyond the jurisdiction of Dubai Courts (falling under other entities, centres, or committees); and disputes where conciliation is prohibited under Dubai's legal framework. Article 6 of the law addresses the scope of dispute resolution procedures before the CASD and the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. It states that disputes registered in Dubai Courts' electronic system and submitted to the CASD for amicable settlement are to be reviewed by a Conciliator under the supervision of a Competent Judge. The article stipulates that the procedures, criteria, and provisions of this law and its binding resolutions must be complied with when taking up disputes before the CASD. For personal status disputes, conciliation is offered through the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee, following rules and procedures defined by the President of the Judicial Council or his authorised representative. Existing rules and procedures outlined in Resolution No. (3) of 2021 remain in effect until a new resolution is issued. The revised text of the article also empowers the CASD and the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee to engage experts to elicit technical opinions. The decision to engage an expert must specify the scope of work, timeframe, fees, and the party responsible for payment. If conciliation is successful, it is documented in a Conciliation Agreement signed by the disputing parties and approved by the conciliator. This agreement shall carry the legal force of a writ of execution once the executory formula is applied. Article 8 of the law addresses dispute registration and review procedures before government entities and other authorised entities. Article 9 details the duties of the Chief Justice. Article 23 focuses on the 'Conciliation Agreement,' its format, resulting outcomes, and obligations for the disputing parties. Article 24 specifies the conditions under which a Conciliator's assignment shall be deemed to have concluded. Article 27 of Law No. (9) of 2025 outlines the requirements for approving a Conciliation Agreement and validating the executory formula. The Conciliator, after verifying these requirements, approves the agreement and endorses the executory formula. Disputing parties can only challenge the Conciliator's decision if they have reasonable grounds to show they were victims of fraud or deception. Such challenges must be submitted within five business days of the agreement's approval, and the competent judge will issue a ruling on such concerns within five business days. The ruling thus issued is final. The article also stipulates that a copy of the agreement is provided to the relevant parties alone, and that the issuance of a second copy requires a court order provided the original is lost or unusable. Article 28 of the new law specifies criteria for Dubai Courts to accept lawsuits requiring prior conciliation attempts, outlining procedures for referral to the CASD or the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. Article 30 specifies the fees for dispute registration and Conciliation Agreement approval. The new law will be published in the Official Gazette and come into effect upon its publication. It is worth noting that the 'Regulation of Conciliation in Dubai' law aims to promote amicable dispute resolution through conciliation, encouraging alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, strengthening contractual relationships and business ventures through amicable settlements, expediting dispute resolution, and ensuring absolute confidentiality throughout the process.
Hi Dubai
16-07-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed Issues New Law Amending Dubai's Conciliation Framework for Dispute Resolution
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued Law No. (9) of 2025, amending key provisions of Law No. (18) of 2021 that regulates conciliation procedures for resolving disputes within the emirate. The amendment replaces ten articles of the original law and aims to modernise Dubai's legal system while promoting efficient, accessible, and amicable dispute resolution methods. Under Article 5, the revised law outlines which disputes qualify for mandatory conciliation. These include disputes referred by the President of Dubai Courts, personal status cases, those voluntarily agreed upon by both parties, and cases directed by the courts to the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes (CASD). However, the article also exempts certain cases—such as interim orders, inheritance disputes (with limited court discretion), and cases involving marriage or divorce verification—from the conciliation process. Article 6 governs procedures before the CASD and Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. Conciliators, supervised by a competent judge, handle disputes submitted via Dubai Courts' electronic platform. For personal status matters, the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee remains the responsible entity, operating under current resolutions until new rules are issued. Both bodies are now authorised to consult external experts when technical opinions are necessary. If conciliation succeeds, a Conciliation Agreement is signed, approved by the Conciliator, and gains the legal status of an executory document. Under Article 27, challenges to the agreement are permitted only on the grounds of fraud or deception and must be submitted within five business days of approval. The court's decision on such challenges is final. The amended law also clarifies case registration protocols (Article 8), defines the Chief Justice's duties (Article 9), and outlines associated fees and documentation rules (Articles 23, 24, 28, and 30). It takes effect upon publication in the Official Gazette. News Source: Dubai Media Office
Khaleej Times
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
Sheikh Mohammed issues new law to modernise Dubai's dispute settlement process
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (9) of 2025, amending certain provisions of Law No. (18) of 2021 concerning the regulation of conciliation frameworks for the settlement of disputes arising within the emirate. The amendment replaces ten articles of the original law and is part of sustained efforts to advance and modernise the emirate's legal apparatus while offering the highest levels of efficiency and services to every member of society. Article 5 of the new law specifies the type of disputes qualifying for mandatory conciliation efforts. These include disputes referred by the President of Dubai Courts, personal status disputes, disputes where the parties agree to refer them to the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes (CASD), and lawsuits referred to the CASD by the courts based on prior agreement between the litigants. Exemptions Article 5 also outlines disputes, orders, matters, and claims that shall remain exempt from conciliation pathways. These include interim orders, urgent cases, matters of guardianship, inheritance, and such other disputes, without prejudice to the powers of the Inheritance Court to propose settlement to the parties in inheritance cases. Conciliation is also not to be mooted in cases where arbitration is inconceivable, such as marriage and divorce verification cases; disputes beyond the jurisdiction of Dubai Courts (falling under other entities, centres, or committees); and disputes where conciliation is prohibited under Dubai's legal framework. Article 6 of the law addresses the scope of dispute resolution procedures before the CASD and the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. It states that disputes registered in Dubai Courts' electronic system and submitted to the CASD for amicable settlement are to be reviewed by a Conciliator under the supervision of a Competent Judge. The article stipulates that the procedures, criteria, and provisions of this law and its binding resolutions must be complied with when taking up disputes before the CASD. For personal status disputes, conciliation is offered through the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee, following rules and procedures defined by the President of the Judicial Council or his authorised representative. Existing rules and procedures outlined in Resolution No. (3) of 2021 remain in effect until a new resolution is issued. Provision to engage experts The revised text of the article also empowers the CASD and the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee to engage experts to elicit technical opinions. The decision to engage an expert must specify the scope of work, timeframe, fees, and the party responsible for payment. If conciliation is successful, it is documented in a Conciliation Agreement signed by the disputing parties and approved by the conciliator. This agreement shall carry the legal force of a writ of execution once the executory formula is applied. Article 8 of the law addresses dispute registration and review procedures before government entities and other authorised entities. Article 9 details the duties of the Chief Justice. Article 23 focuses on the 'Conciliation Agreement,' its format, resulting outcomes, and obligations for the disputing parties. Article 24 specifies the conditions under which a Conciliator's assignment shall be deemed to have concluded. Executory formula Article 27 of Law No. (9) of 2025 outlines the requirements for approving a Conciliation Agreement and validating the executory formula. The Conciliator, after verifying these requirements, approves the agreement and endorses the executory formula. Disputing parties can only challenge the Conciliator's decision if they have reasonable grounds to show they were victims of fraud or deception. Such challenges must be submitted within five business days of the agreement's approval, and the competent judge will issue a ruling on such concerns within five business days. The ruling thus issued is final. The article also stipulates that a copy of the agreement is provided to the relevant parties alone, and that the issuance of a second copy requires a court order provided the original is lost or unusable. Article 28 of the new law specifies criteria for Dubai Courts to accept lawsuits requiring prior conciliation attempts, outlining procedures for referral to the CASD or the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. Article 30 specifies the fees for dispute registration and Conciliation Agreement approval. The new law will be published in the Official Gazette and come into effect upon its publication. It is worth noting that the 'Regulation of Conciliation in Dubai' law aims to promote amicable dispute resolution through conciliation, encouraging alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, strengthening contractual relationships and business ventures through amicable settlements, expediting dispute resolution, and ensuring absolute confidentiality throughout the process.
Emirates 24/7
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Emirates 24/7
Mohammed bin Rashid issues law amending provisions of the Dubai Conciliation Law
In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (9) of 2025, amending certain provisions of Law No. (18) of 2021 concerning the regulation of conciliation frameworks for the settlement of disputes arising within the emirate. The amendment replaces ten articles of the original law and is part of sustained efforts to advance and modernise the emirate's legal apparatus while offering the highest levels of efficiency and services to every member of society. Article 5 of the new law specifies the type of disputes qualifying for mandatory conciliation efforts. These include disputes referred by the President of Dubai Courts, personal status disputes, disputes where the parties agree to refer them to the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes (CASD), and lawsuits referred to the CASD by the courts based on prior agreement between the litigants. Exemptions Article 5 also outlines disputes, orders, matters, and claims that shall remain exempt from conciliation pathways. These include interim orders, urgent cases, matters of guardianship, inheritance, and such other disputes, without prejudice to the powers of the Inheritance Court to propose settlement to the parties in inheritance cases. Conciliation is also not to be mooted in cases where arbitration is inconceivable, such as marriage and divorce verification cases; disputes beyond the jurisdiction of Dubai Courts (falling under other entities, centres, or committees); and disputes where conciliation is prohibited under Dubai's legal framework. Article 6 of the law addresses the scope of dispute resolution procedures before the CASD and the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. It states that disputes registered in Dubai Courts' electronic system and submitted to the CASD for amicable settlement are to be reviewed by a Conciliator under the supervision of a Competent Judge. The article stipulates that the procedures, criteria, and provisions of this law and its binding resolutions must be complied with when taking up disputes before the CASD. For personal status disputes, conciliation is offered through the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee, following rules and procedures defined by the President of the Judicial Council or his authorised representative. Existing rules and procedures outlined in Resolution No. (3) of 2021 remain in effect until a new resolution is issued. Provision to engage experts The revised text of the article also empowers the CASD and the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee to engage experts to elicit technical opinions. The decision to engage an expert must specify the scope of work, timeframe, fees, and the party responsible for payment. If conciliation is successful, it is documented in a Conciliation Agreement signed by the disputing parties and approved by the conciliator. This agreement shall carry the legal force of a writ of execution once the executory formula is applied. Article 8 of the law addresses dispute registration and review procedures before government entities and other authorised entities. Article 9 details the duties of the Chief Justice. Article 23 focuses on the 'Conciliation Agreement,' its format, resulting outcomes, and obligations for the disputing parties. Article 24 specifies the conditions under which a Conciliator's assignment shall be deemed to have concluded. Executory formula Article 27 of Law No. (9) of 2025 outlines the requirements for approving a Conciliation Agreement and validating the executory formula. The Conciliator, after verifying these requirements, approves the agreement and endorses the executory formula. Disputing parties can only challenge the Conciliator's decision if they have reasonable grounds to show they were victims of fraud or deception. Such challenges must be submitted within five business days of the agreement's approval, and the competent judge will issue a ruling on such concerns within five business days. The ruling thus issued is final. The article also stipulates that a copy of the agreement is provided to the relevant parties alone, and that the issuance of a second copy requires a court order provided the original is lost or unusable. Article 28 of the new law specifies criteria for Dubai Courts to accept lawsuits requiring prior conciliation attempts, outlining procedures for referral to the CASD or the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. Article 30 specifies the fees for dispute registration and Conciliation Agreement approval. The new law will be published in the Official Gazette and come into effect upon its publication. It is worth noting that the 'Regulation of Conciliation in Dubai' law aims to promote amicable dispute resolution through conciliation, encouraging alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, strengthening contractual relationships and business ventures through amicable settlements, expediting dispute resolution, and ensuring absolute confidentiality throughout the process.
