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B Legal Knowledge Practical legal education for UAE lawyers. Courses, mentorship, and corporate training built by Amr Bajamal to connect law, business, and real practice.

17/08/2026

Jurisdiction is one of the most important subjects in dispute resolution, and one of the easiest to underestimate.

Understanding where to file, which court has authority, and how different jurisdictions interact is a core skill for any lawyer handling disputes.

This Jurisdiction Course is designed to help you understand:

- Local emirate courts, federal courts, DIFC, and ADGM
- Jurisdictional gateways and forum selection
- Multi-party and multi-jurisdiction disputes
- Strategic approaches to conflicts of jurisdiction

Built for UAE lawyers, the course focuses on the practical and strategic considerations that shape dispute resolution long before a hearing takes place.

πŸ‘‰ Explore the Jurisdiction Course on our website: https://blegaluae.com

Winning a judgment is one thing. Turning that judgment into money is another. In UAE enforcement work, financial stateme...
13/08/2026

Winning a judgment is one thing. Turning that judgment into money is another. In UAE enforcement work, financial statements are often the best map of where cash and assets went.

In the Financial Statements for Enforcement module of our Dubai Finance Series, you learn how to use accounts as an enforcement tool rather than a formality. We start with the relevance of financial statements in enforcement and how to request them from the court and use sanctions if directors refuse to produce them.

You then learn the two main legal routes to establish personal liability for directors or shareholders when the company has no assets. First, liability for breach of directors’ duties under the Commercial Companies Law, for example where financial statements do not reflect the true position. Second, tort based liability under Article 282 of the Civil Transactions Law where harmful conduct caused the company’s inability to pay.

The module gives you a practical checklist for reviewing accounts at the outset:

- Is the debt recorded as a liability or has it been kept off the books?
- Were proper provisions taken for known disputes, or were profits and dividends overstated?
- Did shareholders receive dividends while creditors remained unpaid, and can those dividends be reclaimed?
- Do director and shareholder loan or benefits accounts show recoverable amounts or excessive benefits?
- Are receivables, revenue history and unusual large amounts pointing to asset dissipation or diversion to related entities?
- How do bank statements confirm or contradict the financial statements and expose direct payments, round tripping or hidden counterparties?

If you want to move from paper victories to real recovery in UAE enforcement, this module will show you where to look and how to build your case.

πŸ‘‰ Comment β€œENFORCEMENT” if you would like me to share a simple first pass checklist for reviewing financial statements after a judgment, and explore the finance series here:
https://blegaluae.com/courses/finance-series/

Jointly owned property in Dubai is more than just apartments and service charges. It is a structured legal system that d...
11/08/2026

Jointly owned property in Dubai is more than just apartments and service charges. It is a structured legal system that decides who controls land, common areas, management rights and even how far owners can modify their units. If you treat it as simple co ownership, you will miss key points that affect value and disputes.

In the Joint Ownership module of our Dubai Real Estate Series, we start with the foundations. You learn what joint property means in Dubai, how ownership of the underlying land and common parts is structured, and how Law No 6 of 2019 and RERA directions shape real projects. We walk through the Master Community Declaration and Community Rules, how they are prepared, approved and registered with RERA, and what that means for enforceability against developers, owners and residents.

The course then explains how different project categories, major projects, hotel projects and other real property projects, are managed and how owners’ committees are formed and regulated. You see in detail how service charges are set, audited, approved through Nezam Mollak, collected into protected bank accounts and used only for allowed purposes, along with what happens when owners default.

Finally, we cover the rules for sale or conversion of common areas, the practical difference between Gross Floor Area and Built Up Area and why GFA matters so much for developers and individual owners who want to make changes. You learn how unauthorized GFA changes can affect master plans, additional payments and future disputes.

If you work on Dubai real estate transactions, disputes or advisory work and want to stop guessing your way through joint ownership issues, this module will give you a clear framework.

πŸ‘‰ Comment β€œJOINT” if you would like me to share a simple diagram of how land, units and common areas fit together in a Dubai joint property project, and explore the full real estate series here:
https://blegaluae.com/courses/real-estate-series/

10/08/2026

Many lawyers learn arbitration by piecing together knowledge from files, precedents, and experience over time.

This Arbitration Course brings that learning into one structured journey, covering arbitration clauses, DIAC procedures, institutional rules, and investor treaty arbitration through a practical, UAE-focused lens.

Built around real practice rather than abstract theory, it helps lawyers develop arbitration skills they can apply with confidence.

πŸ‘‰ Explore the full Arbitration Course on our website: https://blegaluae.com

If you practice in Dubai and still treat DIAC as a black box that simply β€œhandles the case” in the background, you are m...
06/08/2026

If you practice in Dubai and still treat DIAC as a black box that simply β€œhandles the case” in the background, you are missing the real mechanics that affect strategy and cost. DIAC has its own legal basis, organisational structure, costs regime and procedures that you must understand if you want to run cases confidently for clients.

In Module 2 of our Dubai Arbitration Series, we walk through DIAC from the inside. You learn how DIAC was established by decree and how its Board, Executive Management and Arbitration Court divide responsibilities such as setting rules, appointing arbitrators and reviewing awards for enforceability. We explain the current 2022 DIAC Rules, how center fees and tribunal fees are calculated using the online calculator and how default fee sharing works when one side refuses to pay.

The course then takes you through the life cycle of a DIAC arbitration. You see exactly what must go into a Request for Arbitration under Article 4, how Answers and jurisdictional objections are handled, when and how tribunals are appointed in single and three member cases, what happens with multiple claimants or respondents, and how to challenge or revoke an arbitrator’s appointment.

You also learn the common submission styles, pleadings and memorial, the steps in DIAC arbitration, timelines for final awards, mandatory contents of awards, powers after the final award, expedited proceedings and when you can apply for an emergency arbitrator and interim relief.

If you want to stop guessing how DIAC will react to your next move and start using the rules to your advantage, this module is for you.

πŸ‘‰ Comment β€œDIAC” if you would like me to share a simple flow chart of a DIAC case from Request to award, and explore all current courses here:
https://blegaluae.com/courses/

05/08/2026

A strong arbitration lawyer is built through practical experience, but that learning doesn't have to take years.

This Arbitration Series takes you from understanding the fundamentals to managing an arbitration from request to award. Learn how to draft arbitration clauses, navigate arbitral institutions, understand the role of the seat, and approach the enforcement and challenge of arbitration awards.

Designed for UAE lawyers, this series focuses on practical application over theory, helping you build real arbitration skills in a structured way.

πŸ‘‰ Explore the Arbitration Series on our website: https://blegaluae.com

If you work in commercial law, you cannot afford to misunderstand how arbitration operates in the UAE. Arbitration is es...
04/08/2026

If you work in commercial law, you cannot afford to misunderstand how arbitration operates in the UAE. Arbitration is essentially a private court where parties choose their own rules, judges and procedures, but its binding nature depends entirely on whether local laws give legal effect to those decisions.

In the Introduction to Commercial Arbitration module of our Dubai Arbitration Series, we break down the fundamental architecture of the process. We cover:

Ad hoc versus institutional arbitration and the administrative role centers like the ICC or LCIA actually perform.

The six essential components of an arbitration clause that you must get right to avoid procedural deadlock.

How to select an arbitrator, the difference between nomination and appointment, and what happens when parties cannot agree.

The ratification process in the UAE and how to challenge awards under Article 52 of the UAE Arbitration Law.

If you want to move from simply reading arbitration clauses to drafting them with confidence and managing the process effectively, this course is your starting point.

πŸ‘‰ Comment β€œARBITRATION” if you would like me to share a checklist for your next arbitration clause, and find the full series here: https://blegaluae.com/courses/

03/08/2026

A strong foundation in arbitration can save you months of learning on the job.

Build a practical understanding of commercial arbitration, DIAC practice, and investor treaty arbitration in one structured course instead of piecing knowledge together over time.

Designed for UAE lawyers, this course combines practical knowledge with real-world insight to help you navigate arbitration with confidence.

πŸ‘‰ Explore the full Arbitration course on our website: https://blegaluae.com

πŸš€ Want to build a successful legal career in the UAE?Your university teaches the law. This webinar teaches you how to bu...
03/08/2026

πŸš€ Want to build a successful legal career in the UAE?

Your university teaches the law. This webinar teaches you how to build a legal career that gets noticed.

Join Amr Bajamal, Litigation & Arbitration Expert with 20+ years of UAE legal experience, for a live online session designed specifically for law students, graduates, and junior lawyers.

In just 90 minutes, you'll learn:
βœ… How the UAE legal industry really works
βœ… What top law firms actually look for
βœ… The mistakes that slow career progression
βœ… Practical strategies to stand out and grow faster
βœ… Live Q&A with Amr to answer your career questions

πŸ“… 13 August 2026
πŸ•’ 3:00 PM GST
πŸ’» Live on Zoom
πŸ’° Only AED 95

πŸŽ₯ Can't join live? You'll receive the full recording with your registration.

🎁 Exclusive attendee bonus: Receive a unique promo code for 50% OFF all BLegal Knowledge courses after the webinar.

⚠️ Limited interactive seats available. Secure your place before registration closes.

πŸ‘‰ Reserve your seat now: https://blegaluae.com/campaigns/webinar/

31/07/2026

Networking in the UAE isn't just about expanding your professional circle. It's about building trust.

It isn't earned through a single meeting or by growing your LinkedIn network. It's built through consistent, everyday interactions, showing up, listening carefully, following through, and becoming someone others can rely on.

As you build your legal career, focus on habits that strengthen trust:

- Be present in the right professional spaces.
- Listen more than you speak.
- Follow up consistently.
- Build relationships before you need them.

Professional opportunities often grow from strong relationships, and strong relationships are built on trust.

At B Legal Knowledge, we focus on the practical skills that help lawyers build credibility, strengthen professional relationships, and succeed in the UAE legal market.

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