The United Arab Emirates has introduced an important legal clarification: 18 years is now confirmed as the legal age of adulthood across the UAE legal system. This change aligns the UAE with widely accepted international legal standards and has practical implications for residents, families, and businesses alike. While the concept may appear straightforward, its legal and commercial impact is significant. What Has Changed? Under the updated legal framework, an individual acq

Anett Pertl Legal Consultants is a Dubai-licensed legal consultancy firm providing strategic, non-contentious legal advisory services to businesses, investors, and private clients operating in the United Arab Emirates and across borders. Our practice is focused on delivering clear, commercially aligned legal solutions grounded in UAE law and regulatory practice. Below is an overview of the legal services we provide. Legal Advice and Opinions We provide comprehensive legal ad

The UAE has quietly but decisively reshaped its corporate landscape with Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025 , an update to the well-known Commercial Companies Law that has governed business life since 2022. Four years of practical experience showed where the law worked well and where the market needed more flexibility. The result is a refreshed corporate framework that feels far more aligned with how modern businesses actually operate — from start-ups seeking investment to mul

The Role of Modern Legal Consultancy in the UAE: Building a Secure and Scalable Corporate Foundation The United Arab Emirates has become one of the world’s most attractive destinations for entrepreneurs, investors, and growing companies. Its combination of global connectivity, investor-friendly policies, and highly specialized free zones creates unparalleled opportunities — but it also introduces a regulatory environment that requires precision. For this reason, legal consult