Lawyers and advisers in the United Arab Emirates
The Corporate INTL directory lists 29 experts in the United Arab Emirates from 26 firms.
The most represented practice areas in the United Arab Emirates are Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Corporate, Commercial & M&A and Intellectual Property. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Abdelaziz Alhanaee
Abdelaziz Alhanaee Advocates & Legal Consultancy advises clients on a wide variety of sectors, including setting up businesses around the UAE and drafting all necessary documentation. Our veteran lawyers and legal consultants in Dubai have…
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Ali Al Zarouni
Adv. Ali Al Zarooni is the founder and managing partner of the firm. Highly regarded in his field and with more than 20 years’ experience, he specialises in litigation and arbitration whilst also advising clients on corporate and…
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Areen Jayousi
Areen Jayousi is a dispute resolution partner, specialising in complex arbitrations, litigations and dispute resolution for high profile construction projects within the MENA region. With more than a decade of diverse experience, Areen…
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David Richardson
Having been in the industry for over 20 years, David Richardson has developed a full and detailed understanding of what clients are looking for - with the ability to build long term relationships by identifying their needs, goals and…
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Ghassan El Daye
Ghassan heads the regional litigation practice in the Middle East and specialises in all areas of dispute resolution with a particular emphasis on construction, commercial, civil, banking, real estate and criminal matters. Ghassan has over…
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Habib Alla Mohamed El Hadi
Habib Alla Mohamed El Hadi is a Partner in BSA’s litigation practice, based in the firm’s Abu Dhabi office. Practising in the UAE since 2000, he specialises in several types of litigation, including civil, criminal, commercial, arbitration…
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Hassan Mohsen Elhais
Dr. Elhais, with his vast legal expertise spanning family, arbitration, banking, commercial, company, criminal, inheritance, labour, and maritime law, is dedicated to providing top-tier legal solutions. As a member of a proficient team at…
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Ishraga Abutaha
Abutaha Intellectual Property is a prominent IP company providing protection, enforcement and commercialisation of IP rights in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA), Europe and the US. As one of the leading IP companies in the UAE, the…
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Mr. Salih El Amin
Salih El Amin, Managing Director of Salih El Amin Intellectual Property, provides legal consultation on all IP aspects prevailing in the Middle East region, with concentration on patents, trademarks, designs and copyrights in the GCC and…
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Mukhtar Gharib
Specialised in Family Law since 1998. He represents clients in divorce, custody, inheritance, wills and guardianship. Licensed advocate for all federal courts (District, Appeal, Cassation & Supreme Court). A member of scientific…
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Sherif Hikal
Sherif is a litigation specialist, with circa 25 years’ experience in the UAE and the wider Middle East, across sectors including general commercial, company dispute, insolvency, construction, real estate, shipping, banking and…
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Simon Isgar
Simon is partner and head of insurance/reinsurance. He has almost 20 years’ experience representing international insurers and intermediaries throughout insurance markets globally. Previously the Head of Corporate & Regulatory Insurance…
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in the United Arab Emirates?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in the United Arab Emirates, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in the United Arab Emirates?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in the United Arab Emirates if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of the United Arab Emirates, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in the United Arab Emirates, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Can I find an English-speaking lawyer or adviser in the United Arab Emirates?
Many lawyers and advisers who work with international clients advise in English, but it is worth checking. Ask about working languages when you first get in touch, and whether documents can be provided in English as well as the local language.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in the United Arab Emirates through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.