# LYLAW — Yamalova & Plewka | Dubai Law Firm > LYLAW (HPL Yamalova & Plewka FZCO) is a full-service, Dubai-based law firm providing expert legal counsel to individuals, businesses, and international clients since 2009. With a 90% litigation success rate and 1,000+ clients worldwide, LYLAW combines deep UAE legal expertise with a client-first approach across 16 practice areas. **Official legal name:** HPL Yamalova & Plewka FZCO **Brand name:** LYLAW / LY Lawyers **Website:** https://www.lylawyers.com **Email:** legal@lylawyers.com **Phone:** +971 44 27 9812 **WhatsApp:** +971 52 205 8149 **Office:** Reef Tower, Office 1805, Cluster O, Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Dubai, UAE **Office hours:** Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 6:00 pm (UAE time) **Founded:** 2009 **Jurisdiction:** United Arab Emirates (UAE) — serves clients across Dubai and the wider UAE --- ## About LYLAW LYLAW is one of Dubai's leading general practice law firms, established in 2009 by US-qualified attorney Ludmila Yamalova. The firm is licensed by the Dubai Legal Affairs Department (Ruler's Court), the Dubai Multi Commodity Center Authority (DMCC), and is registered with the DIFC Courts. Managing Partner Ludmila Yamalova is also licensed by the California State Bar since 2002. With over 15 years of experience, LYLAW has built a strong reputation for practical, transparent, and results-driven legal services. The firm's multilingual team serves clients from across the world, handling 300+ cases annually with a 90% success rate in litigation. LYLAW works with startups, SMEs, multinational corporations, and private individuals — offering both advisory and litigation services tailored to each client's specific needs in the UAE legal landscape. **Key credentials:** - Licensed: Dubai Legal Affairs Department (Ruler's Court) since 2009 - Licensed: DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodity Center Authority) since 2009 - Registered: DIFC Courts - Managing Partner: California State Bar licensed since 2002 - Podcast: "Lawgical with Ludmila" — covering UAE & MENA legal topics (Spotify & Apple Podcasts) --- ## Key Statistics - 90% — Success Rate in Litigation - 300+ — Cases Handled Annually - 1,000+ — Clients Worldwide - 15+ — Years of Practice in Dubai - 16 — Practice Areas --- ## Practice Areas ### 1. Corporate & Commercial Law LYLAW's corporate and commercial lawyers in Dubai advise local and international businesses on contracts, corporate governance, restructuring, and dispute resolution. Services include M&A, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, due diligence, and commercial contract drafting and negotiation. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/corporate-commercial) ### 2. Company Formations From mainland to offshore, LYLAW's company formation lawyers in Dubai cover structuring, jurisdiction selection (mainland, free zone, offshore), incorporation, governance, regulatory compliance, and company closure. We advise on the optimal legal structure for your business goals in the UAE. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/company-formations) ### 3. Dispute Resolution LYLAW's dispute resolution lawyers represent individuals and businesses in Dubai through negotiation, mediation, arbitration (DIAC, ICC, LCIA), and litigation before UAE courts and DIFC Courts. We focus on achieving the best outcome through the most efficient and appropriate channel. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/dispute-resolution) ### 4. Family Law As experienced family lawyers in Dubai, LYLAW handles divorce proceedings, child custody, marriage contracts, spousal support, and family mediation under both UAE Personal Status Law and DIFC/ADGM frameworks for expats and non-Muslims. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/family-law) ### 5. Wills & Inheritance From wills drafting and estate planning to inheritance disputes, LYLAW's wills and inheritance lawyers in Dubai assist both Muslim and non-Muslim clients. We help expats protect their assets and ensure their estate is distributed according to their wishes under UAE law. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/wills-inheritance) ### 6. Real Estate & Property Law Whether buying, selling, or leasing, LYLAW's real estate lawyers in Dubai handle residential and commercial property transactions, Ejari registrations, RERA compliance, tenancy disputes, off-plan purchase agreements, and DLD (Dubai Land Department) procedures. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/real-estate) ### 7. Immigration Law LYLAW's immigration lawyers in Dubai provide expert legal advice on UAE residency applications, visa processing, employment permits, investor visas, Golden Visas, and family sponsorships. We guide individuals and businesses through the complexities of UAE immigration law. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/immigration) ### 8. Employment Law For both employers and employees, LYLAW's employment lawyers handle employment contracts, termination and end-of-service disputes, workplace grievances, and compliance under UAE Labour Law, DIFC Employment Law, and ADGM Employment Regulations. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/employment) ### 9. Virtual Assets & Cryptocurrency Law LYLAW's cryptocurrency lawyers in Dubai advise clients on UAE laws governing virtual assets, including VARA (Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority) licensing in Dubai, ADGM and DIFC frameworks, regulatory engagement, token offerings, and virtual asset dispute resolution. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/virtual-assets) ### 10. Media Law LYLAW's media and communications lawyers in Dubai advise individuals, businesses, and content creators on regulatory compliance, content licensing, media contracts, defamation, privacy, and reputational risk management under UAE law. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/media) ### 11. Criminal Law For anyone facing criminal charges in the UAE, LYLAW's criminal lawyers in Dubai handle defence strategy, case management, and court representation. We focus on protecting client rights throughout the UAE criminal justice process. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/criminal) ### 12. PRO Services LYLAW's PRO (Public Relations Officer) services team handles document attestation, Powers of Attorney (POA), certified translations, and all government procedures for individuals and businesses operating in the UAE. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/pro-services) ### 13. Financial Restructuring For individuals and businesses facing financial difficulty in the UAE, LYLAW's restructuring and liquidation lawyers handle debt restructuring, insolvency proceedings, creditor negotiations, and business wind-down under UAE Federal Law. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/financial-restructuring) ### 14. Tax Law LYLAW's tax lawyers in Dubai advise businesses and individuals on UAE corporate tax (CT), VAT registration and compliance, Federal Tax Authority (FTA) disputes, excise tax, transfer pricing, and cross-border tax structuring including free zone tax optimization. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/tax) ### 15. Intellectual Property (IP) From trademark registration to enforcement, LYLAW's intellectual property lawyers protect copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and IP rights across the UAE and internationally. We handle IP portfolio management, licensing agreements, and infringement actions. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/intellectual-property) ### 16. Aviation Law For aircraft owners, operators, lessors, and aviation businesses, LYLAW's aviation lawyers in Dubai handle regulatory compliance, aircraft transactions, leasing agreements, GCAA engagement, and disputes in the UAE aviation sector. [Learn more](https://www.lylawyers.com/aviation) --- ## Our Team ### Ludmila Yamalova — Founder & Managing Partner Ludmila Yamalova is the founder and Managing Partner of LYLAW. She holds a Juris Doctorate (JD) from the University of Texas at Austin and has been licensed by the California State Bar since 2002. With over 20 years of legal experience — including 6 years in Silicon Valley, California — Ludmila has led the firm since its founding in Dubai in 2009. She is fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian. Ludmila is also the host of the "Lawgical with Ludmila" podcast, covering UAE and MENA legal topics. ### Harald Plewka — Partner (Europe) Harald Plewka is a Partner at LYLAW, focusing on European and cross-border matters. ### Adriana Tamas — COO / Governance & Compliance ### Additional Team Members Noora Alnasur (Manager), Lilas Saeed (Legal Consultant), Rahaf Alkhadem (Assistant), Shaden Hanish (Legal Assistant), Reham El Habri (Legal Assistant), Anna Liashenko (Administrative Assistant), Ali Aganj (PRO Officer), Sharina Oronan (HR), Vahak Nazarian (Accountant), Aishani Singh (Marketing) --- ## Languages The LYLAW team provides legal services in: **English, Arabic, Russian, Ukrainian, French**, and other languages. This makes the firm particularly well-suited for the diverse international client base in Dubai and the UAE. --- ## Why Choose LYLAW - Over 15 years of UAE legal practice since 2009 - 90% success rate in litigation - Licensed by Dubai Legal Affairs Department, DMCC, and registered with DIFC Courts - Managing Partner is California State Bar qualified — bringing international legal standards - Multilingual team: English, Arabic, Russian, Ukrainian, French - Full-service firm: 16 practice areas covering individuals, families, and businesses - Transparent, client-focused approach with no hidden surprises - Active legal education via the "Lawgical with Ludmila" podcast and regular blog articles - 1,000+ clients worldwide, 300+ cases handled annually --- ## Resources & Content LYLAW publishes regular legal insights and educational content for clients in the UAE: **Podcast — Lawgical with Ludmila** A podcast covering legal topics and updates relating to the UAE and the MENA region. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. [Listen to the podcast](https://www.lylawyers.com/podcast) **Blog — UAE Law Articles & Insights** Regular articles covering real estate law, employment law, immigration, virtual assets, criminal law, corporate law, family law, and more. [Read the blog](https://www.lylawyers.com/blog) --- ## Key Pages - [Homepage](https://www.lylawyers.com/) - [About the Firm](https://www.lylawyers.com/about) - [Our Team](https://www.lylawyers.com/team) - [All Practice Areas](https://www.lylawyers.com/practice-areas) - [Testimonials](https://www.lylawyers.com/testimonials) - [Podcast — Lawgical with Ludmila](https://www.lylawyers.com/podcast) - [Blog / Legal Insights](https://www.lylawyers.com/blog) - [Book a Consultation](https://www.lylawyers.com/contact) - [Contact](https://www.lylawyers.com/contact) --- ## Contact **Address:** Reef Tower, Office 1805, Cluster O, Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Dubai, UAE **Phone:** +971 44 27 9812 **WhatsApp:** +971 52 205 8149 **Email:** legal@lylawyers.com **Website:** https://www.lylawyers.com **Hours:** Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 6:00 pm ---