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How to respond to a legal notice from the ex-wife of my brother claiming money from us?
I am from outside the UAE and would like to ask some questions about a possible adversarial proceeding against a legal consultant and a private party in the UAE.
A legal counsel from Dubai sent us a legal notice for payment in the amount of 944,586 USD and a 3-day limit of payment for alleged moral damages to her client.
They notified me and another party, my brother who’s in the US. The client of this counsel is my brother’s ex-partner.
I would like to know the following points based on the tenor of legal notice:
1. Can legal counsels who are not involved in civil litigation give such notices?
2. Are legal counsels permitted to estimate the amount of moral damages without a valid court order?
3. What are the possible sanctions on malicious imputation of a crime and baseless accusation?
I have contacted a lawyer in the US but I am yet to be familiarized with UAE law so thank you so much!
Dear.
The warning that was sent to you is just an attempt to intimidate you in order to obtain a sum of money from you and your brother, so do not worry about this warning.
However, if you ignore responding to the warning, the lawyer may file a case against you in the Emirates and demand that you pay this amount.
Thus, he can obtain a ruling against you and force you to pay the amount, and he may put you on the blacklist and prevent you from traveling.
Our firm offers complimentary consultations to assist you with your legal concerns, which can be conducted online in a 15-minute session.
Please contact us via email or call our offices in Dubai or Sharjah.
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Greetings.
Can you share the legal notice sent to you so that we can inform you correctly?
Is there a legal basis for the claim or warning?
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Hello Dear,
Regarding your questions please note the following?
1- Can legal counsels who are not involved in civil litigation give such notices?
Any legal consultant working with a law firm can send a legal notice on his client's behalf.
2- Are legal counsels permitted to estimate the amount of moral damages without a valid court order?
Yes.
3- What are the possible sanctions on malicious imputation of a crime and baseless accusation?
Sorry, I can not answer this question before reviewing the legal notice you received.
Note: please send a copy of the legal notice you received from us by phone or email. After reviewing the notice I can answer your question or set up a Zoom meeting with a lawyer for you if needed.
Thanks
At the beginning, we are honored to respond to your inquiry.
The answer is in general to the three points:
- It is permissible for anyone who has an interest to notify the debtor and demand the amount of the appropriate compensation. The court, after experience, must rule, in its opinion, the amount of the appropriate compensatory compensation.
- Estimating the compensation is a discretionary authority for the trial court.
- As for the penalties, its ruling depends on Recording and describing the crime. We are dealing with a fraudulent crime if this is proven by documents. The documents must be viewed to explain your legal position.
There are several options in this kind of situation. First, it's a legal notice, but that doesn't mean you have to obey this, same as a court order.
We can send a reply to them in the same way and if they file a suit for the recovery of this amount, we can defend them with our grounds.
If they're only allegations, then the court will not entertain without evidence. we will discuss more. Kindly share your WhatsApp number to proceed with us.
Dear Questioner,
1. Yes, a party to the matter can appoint legal counsel for representation and give them authorization to handle the matter.
2. No, they can send an estimate for payments in the legal notice but the same is not binding unless the judgment is passed by the Court.
3. We need to see the extent of defamation caused to advise you on this point.
Please send us a copy of the notice by email so that we can review the same and advise you properly. You can also call us for detailed discussion and assistance.
Thank you for reaching out to me with your inquiry regarding the legal notice you received from a legal consultant in Dubai. I understand the seriousness of your situation and the need for clarity on the legal matters at hand.
Based on the information you've provided, I can offer the following insights:
Legal notices can be issued by legal counsels even if they are not directly involved in civil litigation. These notices serve as formal communication regarding legal claims or demands on behalf of their clients.
Legal counsels may provide estimates of damages, including moral damages, based on their assessment of the situation and applicable laws.
However, the validity of such estimates may be subject to scrutiny, especially if they are not supported by a valid court order or legal precedent.
In the UAE, making malicious imputations of a crime or baseless accusations may result in legal consequences, including defamation charges.
It's essential to gather evidence and consult with legal experts to determine the best course of action in response to such allegations.
Given the complexity of your case and the importance of understanding UAE law, I recommend scheduling a consultation to discuss your specific situation in more detail.
During the consultation, we can address your concerns, explore available legal options, and outline a strategic plan moving forward.
Please feel free to reach out to me via WhatsApp or phone to schedule a consultation at your earliest convenience. I'm here to provide you with the guidance and support you need to navigate through this challenging time.
