Wills, Succession & Cross-Border Considerations for UAE Expatriates

CVML

Published on May 25 , 2025

The Swiss Business Council United Arab Emirates hosted an expert-led legal webinar in collaboration with CVML Middle East, focusing on wills, succession, and cross-border considerations for expatriates in the UAE. Key Topics Covered: • Legal frameworks for wills in the UAE • Cross-border succession challenges • Structuring for family-owned businesses • Avoiding common inheritance pitfalls Speakers: Alejandra Esmoris, Partner and Head of Private Clients at CVML Middle East Perla Baaklini, Associate at CVML Middle East This session provides valuable insights for expatriates, business owners, and family office advisors on navigating succession laws in the UAE and beyond. About CVML Middle East: CVML is an independent law firm founded in Paris in 2003, with a presence in Dubai since 2011. The firm offers multilingual and multidisciplinary legal services, advising both companies and individuals on various areas including international dispute resolution, corporate structuring, and succession planning.