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Using a Foreign Will in the UAE: What You Need to Know
Episode 1799
You can absolutely keep your home-country Will valid while living in the UAE. In fact, many expatriates maintain a foreign Will for overseas assets w…
11 months ago
Who Can Register a Will in the UAE?
Episode 1798
The UAE allows a broad range of individuals to register a Will, provided they meet certain basic legal criteria. To register a Will, a person must be…
11 months ago
UAE Will Requirements: What You Need to Register
Episode 1797
Registering a Will in the UAE is a straightforward process, but several essential requirements must be met. The testator must be at least 21 years ol…
11 months ago
UAE Will Registration Options and Costs Explained
Episode 1796
When registering a Will in the UAE, individuals can choose from three primary jurisdictions—ADJD, Dubai Courts, and DIFC. Each offers different advan…
11 months ago
UAE: What Happens With vs. Without a Will
Episode 1797
When a person passes away in the UAE, the procedure that follows depends heavily on whether a valid Will is in place.
With a Will
If a Will exists, the…
11 months ago
Why Wills Are Essential in the UAE
Episode 1795
In the UAE, having a legally registered Will is not optional — it is crucial. Without one, a person’s estate is automatically governed by Sharia inhe…
11 months ago
The Difference Between a Custodial Institution (Not Sanctioned) & a Fiduciary Structure (Sanctioned)
Episode 1794
Custodial institutions and fiduciary structures may both “hold assets,” but legally they are completely different. The distinction comes down to the …
11 months, 1 week ago
Structuring Around CRS for Russians
Episode 1793
Top Company (Custodial Institution)
The company’s articles and memorandum allow its shares to transfer automatically to designated third parties (typi…
11 months, 1 week ago
Custodian vs. Fiduciary – What’s the Difference?
Episode 1792
While custodians and fiduciaries are closely related, they serve fundamentally different roles in wealth management and trust structures. Importantly…
11 months, 1 week ago
Zombie Trusts: Russia in the Crosshairs
Episode 1791
In this episode, we break down the EU’s crackdown on Russian-linked trusts — now widely referred to as “zombie trusts” — following amendments to Arti…
11 months, 2 weeks ago