United Arab Emirates: Family Law

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Dubai Court Allows Fresh Divorce Claim Despite Overseas Ruling
Dubai's highest court has ruled that a wife may file a fresh divorce-for-harm case in the UAE even after an earlier claim abroad was dismissed, provided she can prove the harm continued or reoccurred. The landmark judgment clarifies that previous dismissals in foreign courts do not automatically bar new claims in Dubai when ongoing or renewed marital harm can be demonstrated with supporting evidence.
United Arab Emirates Family
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Dr. Hassan Elhais
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Divorce In The UAE For Muslims And Non-Muslims: Key Legal Differences
The United Arab Emirates operates under two distinct personal status systems that determine how divorce proceedings unfold based on nationality, residency, and religious affiliation. Understanding which legal framework applies—whether the 2024 Personal Status Law for Muslims, the 2022 Civil Personal Status Law for non-Muslims, or Abu Dhabi's specialized civil family court system—is crucial as each system establishes different procedures, financial rights, custody arrangements, and grounds for di
United Arab Emirates Family
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
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Dr. Hassan Elhais Addresses Cross-Border Custody Enforcement At IAFL Symposium
Dr. Hassan Elhais is one of the best family lawyers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for cases involving children cases, especially those requiring cross-border enforcement of custody. He was elected co-chair of the Relocation of Children Committee of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL) and he recently spoke on key issues for expatriate families at the IAFL Asia Pacific Symposium in Kuala Lumpur. Dr. Hassan Elhais is a professional lawyer who has developed expertise in dealing with cases that are specific to expats living in UAE including cross-border matters such as parental child abduction and the enforcement of foreign financial judgments.
United Arab Emirates Family
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Dr. Hassan Elhais
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How To Prepare For Divorce And Custody: Expert Tips From The Best Lawyers In Dubai
Navigating divorce and custody proceedings in Dubai requires understanding the emirate's dual legal system, gathering comprehensive documentation, and securing qualified legal representation. Recent reforms have modernized custody arrangements, extending physical custody to age 18 and granting children aged 15+ the right to express preferences, while both parents receive equal 60-day annual travel rights.
United Arab Emirates Family
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Dr. Hassan Elhais
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A Comprehensive Analysis Of Travel Ban Disputes And Resolution Under United Arab Emirates Law
Travel bans in the UAE serve as legal mechanisms to protect creditors, claimants, and authorities across civil, criminal, and family proceedings. With a significant expatriate population, understanding how these restrictions work—from civil debt enforcement to criminal investigations and child custody disputes—has become essential for residents and businesses operating in the Emirates. The legal framework balances enforcement rights with procedural fairness, offering specific remedies for those
United Arab Emirates Litigation
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
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