Civil Legal Services in the UAE

Civil law in the UAE covers disputes between individuals and legal entities not related to criminal cases and is governed by the UAE Civil Code (Federal Law No. 5 of 1985) and other regulations. These may include contract disagreements, debt, inheritance or property claims, rental conflicts, and much more.

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We provide legal assistance on the following issues:

Contractual Disputes

Breach of agreement terms (rental, contract, supply).
Enforcement of obligations.
Compensation for damages and penalties.

Debts and Collections

Debt collection through court or pre-trial notifications.
Building a debtor defence strategy.
Preparation of legal notices and official claims.

Real Estate

Disputes between tenant and landlord.
Return of deposits, breach of deadlines.
Issues in transferring property rights.

Family Matters

Inheritance division, guardianship, alimony.
Disputes between relatives over assets.
Drafting agreements on family obligations.

Commercial Liability

Claims against business partners and suppliers.
Compensation for non-performance or losses.
Complex projects with international components.

Civil Liability (tort law)

Damage to property, health, reputation without criminal component.
Unintentional harm, negligence, compensation.

How We Work:

Conduct legal analysis of the situation and contract.
Prepare official claims, notices, and lawsuits.
Represent client interests in mediation, negotiations, and arbitration.
If necessary — engage accredited UAE lawyers for court filing.

If you have a dispute with a counterparty, unpaid debt, contract violation or personal property issues.

Contact MIRAD — we will advise you on how to protect your rights under UAE law and find an effective solution.

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Where Civil Cases are Heard in the UAE:

Jurisdiction	Court	Features
Mainland	Federal / Local Courts	Civil Law applies
DIFC Courts	Civil Court under Common Law	Suitable for contracts in English
ADGM Courts	Common Law court in Abu Dhabi	Alternative to DIFC for companies and investors

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