Diversity of cases between conditions and challenges.. Everyone knows that the UAE is home to many expatriates from all over the world, they live and settle, and they may come to it married, or they may marry after settling there. While the other party in the marriage may be of the same nationality or of […]
A groundbreaking judgment by Court of Cassation Abu Dhabi that witnessed the application of family law of India in UAE. The team at MY FAMILY LAWYER achieved a significant victory in Abu Dhabi’s Cassation Court, successfully highlighting the importance of Hindu rituals in a Hindu marriage and their recognition under Hindu Law and UAE Law. The landmark
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Not every marriage ends happily ever after. For many couples in Dubai, separation or divorce brings emotional strain, but even more pressing are the financial uncertainties. What happens when one partner has been out of the workforce for years, caring for children or managing the household? How do they manage daily expenses once the marriage
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Divorce may finalize the end of a marriage, but it often marks the beginning of complex financial arrangements. One of the most significant aspects is spousal maintenance, or as commonly known, alimony maintenance in Dubai. For many, agreeing to provide spouse financial support is a reasonable step to ensure stability for the less financially independent partner. But what happens
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Loss of a loved one is emotionally overwhelming. But what adds to the distress is the maze of legal formalities that often follows, especially when the question arises, how do you claim inheritance in Dubai? The situation becomes even more complex when the deceased hasn’t left a will. In such cases, heirs are left not
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Your Guide to Understanding the New Personal Status System Why Was This Law Introduced? With the UAE being home to a diverse population of various religions and cultures, there was a need for a family law framework that reflects this diversity.Federal Decree Law No. (41) of 2022 on Personal Status for Non-Muslims was introduced as
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When parental instinct clashes with the law… how should you act when faced with the unexpected? The First Shock: Is It Really “Kidnapping”? Imagine waking up one morning and your children are gone. Or receiving a message saying they’ve been taken to another city—or even out of the country—without warning. Before reacting, you need to
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Going through a divorce is never easy but when you’re living abroad, it can feel even more overwhelming. Expat divorce in Dubai comes with its own set of legal rules, cultural considerations, and emotional challenges. From understanding which country’s laws apply to figuring out child custody or financial settlements, expats often face questions that don’t have straightforward
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Separation or divorce is not only an emotional upheaval, it also creates legal and financial ripples that can last for years. In many cases, one of the most pressing questions is: “What kind of financial support will I need or receive after the divorce?” The answer usually lies within two often misunderstood legal terms, alimony
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Dealing with the passing of a loved one is already emotionally taxing. But when their estate, whether it involves property, bank accounts, or valuable assets, is left without proper legal clarity, things can spiral into complicated legal disputes between family members. This is especially true in Dubai, where the coexistence of Sharia law and civil
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