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Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal...

Divorcing in the UAE as an Expat: Your Essential Guide for Non-Muslims

Navigating divorce in the UAE as an expatriate can be complex, particularly given the distinct legal frameworks that apply to non-Muslims. The UAE has recently introduced significant reforms through Federal Decree-Law No. 41...more

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The UAE Personal Status Law and the Fundamental Elements of a Valid Will

A Will is a crucial legal document specifying how an individual’s assets and property should be distributed upon their death. In the UAE, the creation and registration of a Will, particularly for Muslims, are governed by the...more

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Can Parents in the UAE Prevent Their Adult Daughter from Getting Married?

In the UAE, marriages are governed by distinct legal frameworks depending on whether the individuals are Muslims under Federal Law No. 28 of 2005 on Personal Status Law or non-Muslims under Federal Decree-Law No. 41/2022 on...more

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Muslim and Non-Muslim Divorce Procedure Under the UAE Law

Divorce is a significant aspect of family law in the UAE, governing both Muslims and non-Muslims. Previously, Federal Law No. 28 of 2005 regulated personal status matters for both Muslims and non-Muslims along with certain...more

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