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Civil. Commercial. Criminal.
Facing a legal dispute in Dubai? Our litigation lawyer in Dubai team delivers complete litigation services across civil, commercial, and criminal courts. Clear strategy, strong representation, every stage of your case. Contact us today for a private consultation.
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Litigation in Dubai and UAE Courts
- Practice Areas
Our Litigation Services in Dubai
We represent clients in all types of disputes across Dubai courts, DIAC, DIFC and other UAE legal forums. Every litigation case gets a named lawyer from day one.
Commercial Litigation
Representing businesses and individuals in all types of commercial disputes before Dubai courts. We handle contract breaches, unpaid invoices, commercial fraud and business relationship breakdowns.
UAE Specific
Commercial disputes in Dubai are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 50 of 2022. Court fees are 7.5 percent of the claim value, capped at AED 30,000.
Civil Litigation
Handling civil claims between individuals and companies including personal injury claims, property damage, compensation claims and other civil disputes before Dubai Civil Court.
UAE Specific
Civil cases in Dubai must first go through the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes before trial in most cases. Skipping this step can get your case dismissed.
Corporate and Shareholder Disputes
Representing shareholders, directors and companies in disputes over company control, profit sharing, management decisions and breaches of shareholder agreements.
UAE Specific
Corporate disputes in the UAE are governed by the Commercial Companies Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021). Shareholder rights have been significantly strengthened under this law.
Contract Disputes
Litigating all types of contract disputes when one party has broken the terms of an agreement and direct negotiation has failed. We represent both claimants and defendants.
UAE Specific
Under UAE law, a party who breaches a contract can be ordered to pay the full loss suffered plus costs. Courts can also order specific performance in some cases.
Debt Recovery Litigation
Taking legal action to recover unpaid debts through Dubai courts including Payment Orders for clear debts and full civil proceedings for disputed claims.
UAE Specific
Dubai courts offer a fast-track Payment Order process for clear unpaid debts. In straightforward cases, this can get you a court judgment without a full trial.
Real Estate Litigation
Handling property disputes in Dubai courts and the Rental Dispute Centre including developer delays, ownership conflicts, tenancy disputes and RERA complaints.
UAE Specific
Real estate disputes in Dubai go to the Dubai Real Estate Court for property matters and the Rental Dispute Centre for landlord and tenant cases. Each has its own process.
Construction Disputes
Representing contractors, developers and subcontractors in construction litigation including payment claims, delay disputes, defects cases and FIDIC contract disputes.
UAE Specific
Dubai courts appoint independent technical experts in construction cases. Their report is usually very influential. Your lawyer must know how to brief and challenge these experts.
Employment Litigation
Representing employers and employees in employment disputes before Dubai courts, the Ministry of Human Resources and the Labour Court including wrongful termination and wage claims.
UAE Specific
Employment disputes in the UAE must go through the Ministry of Human Resources before reaching court. This step is mandatory and cannot be skipped.
- For Expats & Internationals
If You Are an Expat or Business Owner Facing a Dispute in Dubai
Going to court in Dubai can feel overwhelming, especially if you are unfamiliar with the UAE legal system. Here is what you need to know before you take any action.
All court filings in Dubai must be in Arabic. If your documents are in another language, they must be officially translated. We handle all translations and filings on your behalf.
UAE courts have three levels. The Court of First Instance hears the case first. Either party can appeal to the Court of Appeal. The Court of Cassation is the final level and only deals with legal errors, not facts.
Most commercial and civil cases in Dubai must first attempt settlement at the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes before going to court. We manage this step for you.
Court fees in Dubai are 7.5 percent of the claim value, capped at AED 30,000. This is paid at the time of filing. We advise on fee calculations before you commit.
Going to court is not always the fastest solution. In many cases, a strong legal letter or structured negotiation gets results faster and at lower cost. We tell you honestly which route is best for your situation.
- Your Situation
Are You Dealing with One of These?
Most people who contact our litigation lawyers in Dubai have already tried to resolve the matter themselves. If any of these sounds familiar, it is time to get legal help.
- Know Your Rights
How Litigation Works in Dubai
Litigation means taking a dispute to court or to a formal dispute resolution body. Here is a simple breakdown of how the process works in Dubai.
The Dubai Court System
Dubai has three court levels. The Court of First Instance is where most cases start. If you are not happy with the result, you can appeal to the Court of Appeal. The final level is the Court of Cassation, which only looks at legal questions, not the facts again. Most disputes are resolved at the first level. Simple debt cases now take around 2 to 4 months. Commercial cases typically take 8 to 14 months. Complex multi-party disputes can take 2 to 3 years.
The language of the court is Arabic. You need a lawyer who is fully fluent and knows how the Dubai Personal Status Court operates, not someone learning it on your case.
Court vs Arbitration
Some disputes are better resolved through arbitration rather than court. Arbitration through DIAC or DIFC-LCIA is private, often faster, and uses specialists who know your industry. Court proceedings are better when you need urgent orders like asset freezes or when the other party has no assets outside the UAE. Many commercial contracts already specify arbitration. We check your contract and advise you on which route gives you the best result.
Not sure whether your dispute should go to court or to arbitration? Tell us what happened and we will tell you the right route in the first conversation.
- Client Outcomes
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