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Family Law / Personal Status

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Family Law / Personal Status

  • Personal Status Advisory Services: Providing legal advice on personal status and family matters in the U.A.E., for Muslims and non-Muslims. Including, co-habitation, marriage, birth, divorce, custody and inheritance. Assisting in mediation of disputes and negotiating of settlements.
  • Estate Planning and Wills Drafting: Providing estate planning advice and drafting wills in the U.A.E., based on client’s specific needs and practical experience. Assisting with registration and probate of wills under the DIFC Wills Center (DIFC WPR) in Dubai, as well as other Emirates and mainland courts in the U.A.E. Registered DIFC Wills Draftsmen.
  • Inheritance Administration: Assisting clients with probate and administration of inheritance in the U.A.E. Working closely with U.A.E. advocates in representing clients before local Courts, across all Emirates.
  • Mediation and Divorce: Mediating marital disputes, for Muslim and non-Muslim couples. Providing practical legal advice to clients. Advising on relevant U.A.E. and foreign laws. Assisting clients with divorce preparation services. Drafting and registering divorce settlement agreements. Managing and negotiating amicable divorces, as well as contentious divorces through the U.A.E. Courts. Assisting in cross-border and cross-jurisdictional divorces.
  • Child Custody and Guardianship: Providing legal advice on child custody and guardianship, based on U.A.E. laws and practices. Advising on comparative analysis of foreign laws and in other jurisdictions. Drafting custody and guardianship agreements and settlements. Working closely with family advocates and lawyers in other countries, in representing clients’ interests.
  • Birth Certificate Assistance: Providing advisory legal services for those looking to start or further develop families in the U.A.E., including for unmarried couples and for conception through assisted reproductive technology, such as IVF. Assisting with registering and obtaining birth certificates, including for single parents or those with unnamed fathers.

 

FAQs

What types of personal status and family matters does LYLAW provide legal advice on?

Our family lawyers in Dubai provide legal advice on various personal status and family matters, for Muslims and non-Muslims. Among other things, we provide advice on matters such as cohabitation, marriage, birth, divorce, child custody and child support. We also handle matters related to inheritance and estate planning, ensuring legal compliance and protection of clients’ interests in sensitive family situations. We offer support through mediation, probate and litigation, aiming to resolve matters amicably and efficiently, while upholding our client’s rights and best interests.

 

Do LYLAW’s family lawyers in Dubai provide guidance on marriages, prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements for both Muslim and non-Muslim couples?

LYLAW’s family lawyers in Dubai help clients choose where to get married and manage marriage registration in various U.A.E. Courts, including ADJD and other local Courts across all Emirates. Our family lawyers in Dubai assist with a full range of legal services for non-Muslim couples, Muslim couples and interfaith couples. Among other things, we also provide legal advice on and assist clients who wish to convert to Islam.

We also draft and help register prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements for non-Muslim and Muslim couples to help parties protect their interests while ensuring the well-being of various family members.

 

Do LYLAW’s family lawyers in Dubai provide guidance on mediation and divorce proceedings for both Muslim and non-Muslim couples?

Yes, LYLAW’s family lawyers in Dubai help mediate divorce and custody matters and manage divorce proceedings for both Muslim and non-Muslim couples. We are highly skilled in navigating the complexities of cross-border laws, advising on and managing application of foreign laws and their interplay with U.A.E. family laws.

Our firm assists with all aspects of the divorce process, from drafting and registering divorce settlement agreements to managing and negotiating amicable divorces and contentious divorces through the U.A.E. Courts. We also assist with cross-border and cross-jurisdictional divorces, as well as custody and child support matters. Our lawyers aim to facilitate a fair and amicable resolution for all parties involved, ensuring compliance with the applicable legal framework.

 

What assistance do LYLAW’s Dubai family lawyers offer regarding child custody and guardianship matters?

Our Dubai family lawyers offer comprehensive assistance in child custody and guardianship matters, ensuring the child’s best interests are prioritized. We handle negotiations and litigation regarding custody arrangements, visitation rights, and guardianship issues. The firm provides legal support in drafting settlement agreements that reflect the needs and rights of both parents while focusing on the welfare of the children involved.

Our expertise extends to navigating complex disputes and advising on modifications to existing custody agreements due to changes in circumstances. We combine compassionate counsel with robust legal advocacy to protect our clients’ rights and foster amicable resolutions.

 

Do LYLAW’s family lawyers in Dubai provide guidance on will drafting and inheritance proceedings for both Muslim and non-Muslim?

Yes, LYLAW family lawyers in Dubai provide legal advice on registering and drafting wills for non-Muslims and Muslims in the U.A.E. We advise, draft and assist clients in registering wills covering local and global assets with the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) Wills Center, Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) and local courts in all Emirates. We register wills for Muslims in the U.A.E. as well.

We assist clients with probates, enforcement and litigation of wills and inheritance proceedings all over the U.A.E. This includes court proceedings in the DIFC, ADJD and local U.A.E. Courts.

We also assist clients in enforcement of foreign wills and judgments in the U.A.E. We work closely with clients’ foreign and local counsel, to facilitate cross-border litigation.

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