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Expertise in law comes with extensive experience gained through years of successful practice.  At LYLAW, our lawyers in the U.A.E. stand out in their chosen profession of law, offering pragmatic and individually tailored advice while bringing a wealth of knowledge, experience, and strategies to ensure our clients receive the highest legal service.

The success of a case often hinges on your choice of legal advisor in the U.A.E.  That’s why our law firm offers comprehensive services and in-depth expertise to guide individuals and corporations through complex legal requirements.  We practise in areas such as corporate advisory, contract drafting, family law, real estate, rental matters, employment/labour, dispute resolution and litigation, criminal/penal cases, personal matters, immigration, DIFC courts and more.

The Legal Affairs Department of Dubai (LAD) regulates advocates and legal consultants in Dubai, ensuring that only professionals registered with LAD can practise law in Dubai.  When choosing your legal advisor, it is crucial to consider not only regulatory, but also ethical standards.  Our firm’s legal consultants have been internationally recognised as valuable contributors to the U.A.E. legal industry.  They are renowned and respected for their commitment to legal ethics, success, and societal contributions, helping clients achieve favourable outcomes with tailored advice, drawn from extensive legal and business experience in the U.A.E.

Meet Our Team

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Ludmila and her team took me through whole court process in highly professional manner. With successful outcome, worth mentioning it:)
Very diligent, polite, thoughtful and respectful approach received from all of them. In case you need the best ones, look no further!
Ivan Milojevic
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I bought property and needed a consultation regarding eviction notices and tenancy laws. I consulted HPL based on their good reviews, and indeed was a positive experience.
I talked to Ludmila via zoom for 30 mins. She is thorough, knowledgeable with a keen attention to details. She even asked someone to cross the Arabic translation of the eviction notice to ensure it matches the English text. She answered all my questions, explained to me how the system works and gave me all the needed steps to follow in order to achieve my objective.
I am happy that I chose her services, and like many other previous reviewers, I highly recommend her firm.
Mohdalrawashdeh
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Extremely professional and highly appreciated the fact that this office is represented by all very professional woman, highly efficient, competent and to the point! Highly recommend this place if you need legal assistance in Dubai. Not cheap but worth the money.
Karin Janssens
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Ludmila and her staff have been so helpful in resourceful in helping us learn about our legal rights as tennants, information on how to set up a trade liscence, getting funds from my home country and much more. She and her staff are kind, professional and effective. My daughter had found her for me on tik tok and recommedded I seek her help. I can most definitely highly recommend Ludmilla as a lawyer abd legal advisor. You won't regret it. She is worth everything!
Boushra Almutuwakel
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Its comforting to have access to such a friendly and supportive law firm in an environment that can be so challenging at times. Have used Ludmila's services on a couple of occasions and couldn't quite believe how much effort they were willing to put in to ensure our needs were met. Outstanding service from Lobna Abouelleil. Highly recommended.
Barry Hope
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I Would just like to Write an Honest Review about HPL Yamalova& Plewka DMCC. This Company is one of the Very Best in Dubai. The Work, Care and Consideration that they give to their Clients is second to none. I would Highly Recommend this Company
Angie Hafner
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I am juma lutaaya, I would like to share my wonderful experience with HPL Yamalova & Plewka DMCC for their professional service extended towards handling my Daughter's Visa's Process here in the UAE. I had found a hard time with different Travel Agencies, facebook scammers regarding the process as I had received a few fines. However with the help of HPL Yamalova & Plewka team I was able to successfully attain my daughter's visa and avoid the fines. I am eternally grateful for all their support and assistance and can not thank them enough. Truly a gem in Dubai.
Amirah bothainer
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Would like to say that my consultation with lawyer ms.Ludmila Yamalova was the best laws consultation I had till now in my life.Thank you for your great professionalism, knowledge and skill in solving my problem. I strongly recommending this amazing lady and best lawyer in UAE , ms. Ludmila Yamalova.
Dr.Branka Adzic
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HPL helped me out big time, I felt at ease during the whole process. Highly Recommended them. Without their dedicated team, who were always by my side I don't think I could have handled my case alone.May God Blessed HPL team🙏🏻
Glen Llandelar
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I would recommend using LY Law for any legal consultation you may require in the U.A.E. The full team seems very competent and professional - and they managed to explain the advise and future process in a very efficient and understandable manner.
Martin Rasmussen
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Ludmilla is very professional and competent. Able to explain clearly on how the issues can be resolved . She also suggests the best way forward . Very pleasant personality as well.
Rafiah Ibrahim
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Ludmila and her team are very knowledgeable, dedicated, and pragmatic. Ludmila's advice is practical, and thorough. Consulting with Ludmila was extremely helpful. My matter was smoothly dealt with by Ludmila, Hanan and the team. I appreciated the constant and detailed updates.
Mohamed Nasir
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If you are seeking legal advise, you have come to the right place. You won’t regret spending the money, it’s worth every Dirham.
Brian Stokoe
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I've worked - and taken advice from - with HPL Yamalova & Plewka for some years. I've spent time with the team working on their Lawgical podcast series and have to say that, in my humble opinion, this is a law firm that puts its clients first. The team is young, talented and dynamic, to say the very least and it's a firm led by the inimitable Ludmilla Yamalova whose knowledge of the UAE legal system is incredible. This is a firm that tries it's best to help its clients and that will go the extra mile for them. They go out of their way to offer clear and concise legal advice and to do the best they can. I've seen the way they work together and their commitment and attitude continues to impress me.
Tim Elliott
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HPL Y is my 'go to' legal advisor for both my personal affairs and my business affairs. They have always offered advice which is both technically on point but also strategic. The whole process is very structured and efficient, while always retaining the personal element particularly as regards responsiveness. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ludmila and her excellent team of associates and paralegals.
Nigel Pasea
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Very knowledgeable and compassionate firm. Their expertise on UAE law is unmatched and their professionalism is top notch. I really appreciate how they keep clients informed at all stages of their case.The team is young, talented and dynamic, to say the very least and it's a firm led by the inimitable Ludmilla Yamalova whose knowledge of the UAE legal system is incredible. This is a firm that tries it's best to help its clients and that will go the extra mile for them. They go out of their way to offer clear and concise legal advice and to do the best they can. I've seen the way they work together and their commitment and attitude continues to impress me.
Leigh Baker
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Ludmila has been giving useful and relevant legal advice to thousands of people for years. I appreciate her team's professionalism and accessibility as she educates the public on UAE laws. She is truly a Legal Eagle. This is a firm that tries it's best to help its clients and that will go the extra mile for them. They go out of their way to offer clear and concise legal advice and to do the best they can. I've seen the way they work together and their commitment and attitude continues to impress me.
Zeena celine Zalamea
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It was my first time doing legal work from this law firm and I highly recommend them. I was extremely impressed with the level of professional , efficiency and dedication that was put in. It was smooth and the whole process was fairly quick. I didn't have to worry or chase to know the status of the papers. I was notified with every step being taken. All my questions and messages were replied to promptly I will surely be in touch if I ever need any legal work or advice.
Siham Hassan
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Ludmila and her team helped us tremendously during a dispute with a landlord. They provided sound and professional legal advice, they were patient and responsive. I highly recommend them. And they're on TikTok too 🙂
Jalal Yaqoub
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Ludmila Yamalova and her team have provided excellent legal support to me, and a number of my company's clients. They are professional, knowledgeable and practical.And they're on TikTok too 🙂
Krysta Fox
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HPL Yamalova & Plewka is the only legal firm I turned to in the UAE when I was in need of legal advice. The team at HPL are extremely professional and well versed with local UAE legal matters and experts in various fields, hence ideal advisers. The advice is practical and given with clear background. I would like to thank Ludmilla and Lobna for their support.
Haroon Ditta
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Extremely detailed and thorough explanations between all correspondence, time is taken to explain everything, so you're not left guessing. They are professional yet personal and a offer a sense of true investment from their side. Totally trustworthy. Not to mention the "Tiktok lawyer", offers some real and useful advice.
Joe Hafner
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Ludmila is a fantastic lawyer, she is very dedicated and has great knowledge of UAE local laws. I would strongly recommend her and her team’s services and legal advice.
Michelle Bacellar
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dedicated, honest, reliable and professional legal firms in Dubai. They always aim to exceed your expectations. Highly recommend the firm for any and all legal issues!!!
Haja Karim
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I have worked with practically every major global law firm and worked with numerous lawyers from when I was involved with commercial deal structuring. Ludmila provides a level of expertise, professionalism and passion that is rarely found. I would recommend her and her firm wholeheartedly.
N G
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This is one of, if not, the best law firms in Dubai !!!! I have spent years jumping from law firm to law firm because I could never find an acceptable level of service, speed, international understanding and flexibility that worked for my business. Outstanding!!!
Nicolas Link
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I had the occasion to use LY Law again this year and was again very happy with the speed of response and the quality of assistance rendered. This time was in connection with a property related matter. Highly recommended. I met with the Ludmilla to discuss a case in connection with termination of employment and found the whole process to be smoothly arranged and professionally handled. The advice I received was concise, relevant to the case in under discussion and based upon extensive experience of similar cases.
John Lynch
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Having worked with several international law firms, our experience with HPL Yamalova & Plewka has been outstanding. Given they operate in a highly competitive environment, our first impact was the work ethic followed by speed. Definitely recommended and will work again. I met with the Ludmilla to discuss a case in connection with termination of employment and found the whole process to be smoothly arranged and professionally handled. The advice I received was concise, relevant to the case in under discussion and based upon extensive experience of similar cases.
Daniel Tamas

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Our multilingual team is proficient in Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, French, and several other languages, ensuring we can provide comprehensive legal support and clear communication to clients from various linguistic backgrounds.

Our lawyers in Dubai will keep you informed through regular updates and clear communications, providing timely progress reports and answering any questions you may have throughout the legal process.

We handle legal cases throughout the U.A.E., directly and indirectly. We work closely with our long-standing and close-knit network of local advocates. Our firm is licensed as a legal consultancy by the Government Legal Affairs Department of Dubai (Ruler’s Court). The firm is managed by a U.S. qualified attorney, licensed by the California State Bar, Ms. Ludmila Yamalova. We are also registered and licensed by the Dubai Multi Commodity Center Authority (DMCC) and the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) Courts. Our expertise and relationships allow us to effectively manage a broad range of legal matters, providing comprehensive legal services throughout the U.A.E.

Our legal practitioners offer the following services:

  • Corporate/Commercial — Our law firm provides strategic advice on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance, and commercial contracts.
  • Real Estate/Property Investment — Our services include drafting and reviewing contracts, negotiating deals, and resolving disputes to protect your interests in the real estate market in Dubai and the U.A.E.
  • Company Formations — Starting a business in the U.A.E.? Our law firm can assist with company formation, drafting memorandums, articles of incorporation, shareholder’s resolutions, shareholders agreements. We will ensure that you are in compliance with local regulations, throughout the U.A.E.
  • Intellectual Property — Protecting your intellectual property in Dubai and the U.A.E. is crucial in today’s competitive market. Our IP services include trademark registration, contract drafting, and IP dispute resolution.
  • Aviation/Aircrafts — Our lawyers in Dubai are well-versed in aircraft financing, leasing, registration, and regulatory compliance.
  • U.A.E. Tax Laws/Regulations — Our U.A.E. tax law specialists offer comprehensive advice on tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution. We provide tax legal advice for businesses in the U.A.E. mainland, free zones, DIFC, ADGM and other economic zones.
  • Employment/Labour — Our lawyers in the U.A.E. provide legal counsel on all aspects of employment and labour law, in mainland, free zones, including DIFC and ADGM. We offer employment contract drafting, HR policies and handbooks, employee training and dispute resolution.
  • Dispute Resolution/Litigation — We offer robust representation in arbitration, mediation, litigation and other court proceedings, to protect your rights and achieve favourable outcomes. We are admitted to litigate before the DIFC Courts.
  • U.A.E. Immigration — Our immigration services cover Golden Visa services, retirement visas, other visa applications, residency permits, citizenship, and compliance with immigration regulations. We also assist with deportation, extradition and abscondment matters.
  • Media/Communication — Our media and communication law services include advising on regulatory compliance, intellectual property rights, defamation, and privacy issues. We provide legal advice in the U.A.E. to influencers, social media personalities and public figures, to ensure compliance with the U.A.E. laws and regulations.
  • Cryptocurrency/Virtual Assets — We offer guidance on the U.A.E. regulatory and legal compliance in connection with blockchain technology, cryptocurrency and other digital assets.
  • Family Law/Personal Status — Our family lawyers in Dubai handle cases involving marriage, divorce, child custody, alimony, and inheritance, with competence, sensitivity and professionalism. We have extensive practice in managing cross-border family disputes.
  • Criminal/Penal — Our criminal law experts in Dubai are skilled at representing clients in investigations, trials, and appeals, guiding and protecting their rights at every stage.
  • Administrative/Pro Services — Our administrative and professional services include document witnessing and attestation, as well as drafting specialised powers of attorney (POA), online and in-person. We assist individuals and businesses in managing their administrative requirements efficiently and effectively.
  • Wills/Inheritance — We provide advice on estate planning, wills drafting, inheritance proceedings and probate administration. We have extensive experience in cross-border inheritance matters and enforcement of foreign wills in the U.A.E.
  • Financial Restructuring/Insolvency — Our financial restructuring and insolvency services in the U.A.E. support businesses facing financial distress. We stay current on legislative reforms and assist clients in managing their restructuring needs.

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