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Joint ownership & death of an owner

Things to Know About Joint Ownership & Death of an Owner

When one co-owner of a jointly owned property dies in the UAE, the surviving owner does not automatically inherit the deceased's share, even if they are a spouse.  Unlike many Western jurisdictions that recognise a "right of survivorship," the UAE follows a distinct legal framework under which the deceased's share is treated as part of their estate, subject to inheritance laws and, in many cases,...