On Thursday, the UAE government unveiled several updates to the Civil Procedures Code, designed to enhance the civil judiciary’s procedural framework and elevate the quality of judicial work to align with modern justice standards.
Key among these updates is the creation of inheritance courts, established by a decision from the President of the Federal Judiciary Council or the head of the local judicial authority, eliminating the need for litigant agreement. This initiative aims to hasten the resolution of inheritance disputes and streamline the associated processes.
Additional amendments include:
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The formation of specialized courts dedicated to specific civil or commercial cases, either at the request or agreement of the involved parties, to enhance dispute management efficiency.
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Enhancing the role of technical experts in judicial decisions by allowing courts to engage local or international experts to prepare or review expert reports.
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Courts can interact with experts to discuss reports, task them with addressing any deficiencies, or correct errors, ensuring accurate and reliable technical documentation.
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To boost procedural accuracy, appellants must include in their appeal brief a statement of the appealed judgment, its date, grounds for appeal, and any requests. Non-compliance renders the appeal inadmissible, ending the practice of completing appeal grounds at the first hearing and reinforcing the seriousness of appeals and adherence to deadlines.
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Regarding appeals to the Court of Cassation, the right of appeal now extends to decisions from the Courts of Appeal as well as judgments. Previously limited to judgments, this change broadens judicial review and provides litigants with increased safeguards against significant decisions.
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The Attorney General now has the authority to file appeals independently or at the request of the Minister of Justice or the head of the local judicial authority, even if parties have not exercised their right to appeal or missed deadlines.
