Debt Statute of Limitations in Jordan: 15 or 5 Years?
September 15, 2026
There is no single statute of limitations for every debt or financial claim in Jordan. Under Article 449 of the
Mohammad Jaser Al-Atassi, Lawyer and Legal Consultant
Mohammad Jaser Al-Atasi is a lawyer and legal consultant based in Amman, Jordan, with over 25 years of experience in litigation and legal advisory services. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master’s degree in Civil Law, in addition to specialized qualifications in Sharia and Arbitration. He is the founder of Al-Atasi Law Firm and Legal Consultations, where he provides legal services to individuals and businesses in civil, commercial, and criminal matters, as well as contract drafting, legal appeals, and representation before Jordanian courts.
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Jordan Cheque Law: Dishonored Cheques & Statute of Limitations
September 15, 2026
Jordan’s cheque law has significantly changed the legal treatment of dishonored cheques, but those changes did not eliminate the value
Cheque vs. Promissory Note in Jordan: Key Legal Differences
September 15, 2026
The main difference between a cheque and a promissory note in Jordan lies in the legal structure of each commercial
Property Transfer in Jordan: Procedures, Fees & Registration
September 8, 2026
A property transfer in Jordan is completed through the Department of Lands and Survey, with the procedure and fees depending
Statute of Limitations for Breach of Trust in Jordan
September 8, 2026
The statute of limitations for breach of trust in Jordan depends on the legal form of the offense and on
Theft Penalties in Jordan: Prison Sentences & Aggravated Theft
September 8, 2026
Theft penalties in Jordan depend on the type of theft and the circumstances in which it was committed. There is
Physical Assault in Jordan: Penalties Under Jordanian Law
September 8, 2026
The penalty for physical assault in Jordan depends on the resulting injury, the period of illness or incapacity for work,
Indecent Assault in Jordan: Penalties Under Jordanian Law
August 31, 2026
The penalty for indecent assault in Jordan depends on the nature of the act, the victim’s age, whether force or
LLC Registration in Jordan: Requirements, Steps & Fees
August 30, 2026
LLC registration in Jordan involves registering a limited liability company with the Companies Control Department, choosing its name and business
Bankruptcy in Jordan: Insolvency, Reorganization & Liquidation
August 30, 2026
Bankruptcy in Jordan is no longer governed by the traditional bankruptcy provisions that previously appeared in the Commercial Code. Insolvency