DIFC Courts Cement Role as Top English Dispute Resolution Choice

DIFC Courts Cement Role as Top English Dispute Resolution Choice

Arabian Post -The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts solidified its position as a leading forum for resolving business disputes in the Middle East, according to the court’s recently released annual report for 2023. The English-language, common law court system witnessed continued growth across various case sizes, attracting both large corporations with complex legal matters and smaller entities, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and individuals, for their disputes. […]

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The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts solidified its position as a leading forum for resolving business disputes in the Middle East, according to the court’s recently released annual report for 2023. The English-language, common law court system witnessed continued growth across various case sizes, attracting both large corporations with complex legal matters and smaller entities, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and individuals, for their disputes.

The DIFC Courts’ jurisdiction expansion seems to be a contributing factor to this growth. As Chief Justice Michael Hwang commented, this expansion makes the courts “even more accessible to the communities” they serve, providing businesses with a wider range of options for dispute resolution.

The report highlights the increasing popularity of the DIFC Courts