Dr. Hassan Elhais, a long-standing member of the prestigious Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants, is a renowned legal consultant in the UAE, specializing in family law, criminal law, civil law, company incorporation, construction law, banking law, inheritance law, and arbitration. Dr. Elhais has gained wide recognition in the country, winning numerous awards and accolades. He was declared the Legal Consultant of the Year in 2026 by Leaders in Law. He was also elected as the co-chair of the ‘Relocation of Children Committee’ of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), a worldwide association of practicing lawyers, widely regarded as the most experienced and skilled family law specialists in their respective countries. Dr. Hassan Elhais’s continued recognition in the 2025 Chambers and Partners rankings for Family/Matrimonial services to High-Net-Worth individuals in the UAE from 2022-2025.
Divorce is a significant aspect of family law in the UAE, governing both Muslims and non-Muslims. Previously, Federal Law No. 28 of 2005 regulated personal status matters for both Muslims and non-Muslims along with certain provisions of the UAE Civil Transactions Law
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Divorce is a significant aspect of family law in the UAE,
governing both Muslims and non-Muslims. Previously, Federal Law No.
28 of 2005 regulated personal status matters for both Muslims and
non-Muslims along with certain provisions of the UAE Civil
Transactions Law. However, to make the UAE more attractive for
foreigners, a new legal framework was introduced through Federal
Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022 and Abu Dhabi Law No. 14 of 2021 on Civil
Marriage and its Effects in Abu Dhabi.
This legislation marked a notable shift, particularly for
non-Muslims, aligning with internationally recognized practices
concerning family laws. This video outlines the divorce procedures
under the two different laws governing Muslims and non-Muslims in
the UAE.
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