Money laundering was formally criminalized under the AML Law of 2002, but it had long been a crime to knowingly possess the proceeds of criminal activity, at least as regards criminal activity carried out in the UAE. Moreover, many techniques used to conceal the origins of funds (like forging documents) are themselves crimes under the UAE’s
Penal Code. Charles Laubach reveals everything you need to know about the new regulations in place.
Category: Publications
Cyber Security 2014, A Virtual Roundtable, Corporate Live Wire
Cyber Security has presented itself as a major thorn in the side of many companies in recent years, which has demanded firms go the extra
length to mitigate any potential risks. In this Roundtable, we take a look at some of the trends of the past year as well taking a look at what the
future holds. Nine experts from around the world have come together to offer opinions on the prevalent issues surrounding the topic.
IPO Your Start-Up, Arabian Business Start Up
Shahram Safai explains the process of taking your startup public.
Venture Capital Fund: A How To Guide, Arabian Business Start Up
Shahram Safai explains how entrepreneurs can form a venture capital fund.
Liquidation of Cancelled Real Estate Projects in Dubai
A multi-jurisdictional guide on liquidation of cancelled real estate projects in Dubai.
Middle East Recovery Changed Legal Landscape, The American Lawyer
James Bowden explores the Middle East recovery changes to legal landscapes.
The Rise of Venture Capital in the Middle East, Arabian Business Start Up
Shahram Safai explores the rise of venture capital in the region and what steps you need to take to ensure any investment deals are legally sound.
The Asset Management Review (UAE chapter), The Law Review
This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of all asset management-related issues. Some topics covered include; UAE regulatory framework, common asset management structures, key trends, main source(s) of investments, tax law, and more.
International Questionnaire for Joint Venture Agreements
Charles Laubach, partner at Afridi & Angell tells all in an exclusive multi-jurisdictional questionnaire surrounding trending topics covering joint ventures (specifically joint venture agreements).
UAE: Corporate Exit Strategies and the Legal Considerations, Lawyer Monthly
Looking further into the legal considerations surrounding corporate exit strategies, we look towards the United Arab Emirates (UAE), by speaking with Danielle Lobo to gain her professional insights.