The DIFC Courts are an independent English language common law judiciary, based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) with jurisdiction governing civil and commercial disputes nationally, regionally and worldwide.
[1] allowed the DIFC Courts to hear any local or international cases and to resolve commercial disputes with the consent of all parties.
In September 2004, Federal legislation of the UAE authorised the seven Emirates to create the legal structures necessary for international financial centres to be established.
Parties are free to agree to submit to the jurisdiction of any other court under Article 5(2) of Dubai Law No.
The DFSA is responsible for the laws and regulations relating to the all financial and ancillary services within the DIFC.
The only operating tribunal of its kind in the region, the SCT was set up to enable access to justice in a swift and efficient manner.
The Courts offer services from basic advice to full case management and representation in proceedings for eligible individuals.
The Committee advises on performance, perceived reputation, strategic direction, international best practice, as well as local legal developments.
15 of 2017 issued by his Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, regulating inheritance, wills and probate for non-Muslims.