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Narciso v Nash [2024] DIFC ARB 009: The Limits of Jurisdictional Challenges in the Shadow of Anti-Suit Injunctions
Orabelle v Orzenia [2026] DIFC ARB 007: The Jurisdictional Threshold for Worldwide Freezing Orders
Fran v Faimida [2015] DIFC ARB 002: The Limits of Procedural Obstruction in Arbitral Enforcement
Egan v Eava [2013] DIFC ARB 002: Why the DIFC Courts Rejected the 'Public Policy' Shield Against Enforcement
Omanand v Ondrei [2026] DIFC ARB 050: The Reach of Post-Award Interim Measures Under the 2025 Court Law
Okeke v Obike [2026] DIFC ARB 039: The Strict Enforcement of Statutory Time Limits in Arbitration Set-Aside Applications
Mibot v Mfast [2022] DIFC ARB 035: The Limits of Waiver and the Binding Nature of Arbitration Agreements
Likitif v Luvaun [2022] DIFC ARB 028: The Primacy of Arbitration Clauses in Subcontractual Disputes
Ledger v Leeor [2022] DIFC ARB 016: The High Bar for Anti-Suit Injunctions in Seat-Ambiguous Disputes
Limeo Investment & Real Estate v Landia Educational Services [2019] DIFC ARB 012: Resolving Ambiguity in Arbitration Clauses
YYY Limited v ZZZ Limited [2017] DIFC ARB 005: The Jurisdictional Tug-of-War and the Limits of the Joint Judicial Committee Stay
Oleksei v Olorun [2026] DIFC ARB 005: The Jurisdictional Limits of Precautionary Measures in Foreign-Seated Arbitrations
Limsa v Lordon [2020] DIFC ARB 008: The High Cost of Mischaracterizing Disciplinary Rulings as Arbitral Awards
Giacinta v Gilam [2016] DIFC ARB 004: The Jurisdictional Shield Against Parallel Annulment Tactics
Neville v Nigel [2024] DIFC ARB 006: Navigating the 'Dubai Arbitration' Jurisdictional Labyrinth
The Enforcement Shield: How Justice Colman Defended the Integrity of Arbitral Awards in Fletcher v Florance
Oswin v Otila [2025] DIFC ARB 032: The High Cost of Defying the DIFC Supervisory Shield
The Constitutional Shield: How Fiske v Firuzeh Cemented the DIFC’s Arbitral Autonomy
Nashrah v Najem [2025] DIFC ARB 005: The Limits of Anti-Suit Injunctions in the Shadow of Redundant Arbitration Rules
What is an Umbrella Clause?
An umbrella clause in investment treaties mandates host states to honor commitments related to investments, elevating breaches of local obligations to international disputes. It enhances investor protection, though its scope and applicability remain debated in arbitration.
What is the Jurisdiction of the Arbitral Tribunal?
The jurisdiction of an arbitral tribunal is rooted in the arbitration agreement, scope of disputes, and legal framework. Governed by principles like competence-competence, tribunals can decide their jurisdiction, issue interim measures, and ensure effective arbitration.
What is the Doctrine of Lis Pendens under the Transfer of Property Act?
The Doctrine of Lis Pendens, under Section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, prevents property transfers during ongoing litigation. It ensures the disputed property's status remains unchanged, protecting litigants' rights and upholding judicial authority.