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flag UAE overhauls civil judiciary with faster courts, expanded appeals, and expert input.

flag The UAE has enacted a new Federal Decree-Law modernizing its civil judiciary by enabling automatic creation of inheritance courts without litigant consent, speeding up dispute resolution. flag Specialized courts for civil or commercial cases can now be established by agreement. flag Courts may consult local or international experts and correct reports for accuracy. flag Appeal rules now require detailed briefs, with non-compliance leading to inadmissibility. flag The right to appeal to the Court of Cassation has expanded to include decisions from Courts of Appeal. flag The Attorney-General can now file appeals independently or upon request, even if deadlines were missed, strengthening oversight. flag The reforms aim to improve efficiency, transparency, and alignment with international legal standards.

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