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Nikhat Sardar Khan

Hilal & Associates Advocates & Legal Consultants
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Dubai, UAE
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Member since Feb 2017
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Arbitration
English
Office 801-802, ​Dubai National Insurance Building​, 34 Street​, Port Saeed
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Mrs. Nikhat S Khan (FCIArb) (RICS) - Practicing in the UAE since 1999 Dispute Resolution | Litigation Construction and Real Estate | Technology | Employment | Corporate and Commercial Accredited Evaluative Mediator and Arbitrator DIFC Practitioner (Full Rights of Audience) Regarding your queries, I will try to respond as and when time permits. Please try to use my old responses under LegalAdviceMe.com. All prices are starting prices, subject to confirmation of the documents and effort, and as per the firm's current billing prices. Nikhat Sardar Khan (FCIArb) (RICS) has over two decades of professional experience practicing as a litigation lawyer in the Bombay High Court before moving to the UAE in 1999. She is highly experienced in litigation and dispute resolution matters, covering all aspects of commercial litigation and specializing in resolving disputes for businesses, from multinationals to private individuals. COMPLEX LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION PRACTICE INCLUDES: • Arbitration (Arbitrator and Lead Counsel) • Banking and Finance • Bankruptcy • Construction and Real Estate • Consumer/Commercial Fraud • Contractual Disputes • Debtor/Creditor/Employment Disputes • Family (Divorce and Custody) • Franchise • Intellectual Property • Mediation (Evaluative Mediator and Lead Counsel) • Post-Judgment Supplementary (Execution) Proceedings Mrs. Khan plays a critical role for her clients, developing and executing clear legal strategies that support business profitability and global compliance. Her expertise and work include negotiation, mediation, arbitration (under WIPO, DIAC, LCIA, DIFC-LCIA, SIAC, ICC, IBA, etc. rules and ad hoc arbitration under the UNCITRAL rules and other procedural rules). Nikhat’s transactional practice focused on corporate transactions, mergers, and acquisitions, real estate, corporate governance matters, and contracts. She regularly advises clients on due diligence, corporate structuring, and commercial issues. Nikhat has a sound working knowledge of relevant anti-money laundering issues, and laws/regulations, and is abreast with the latest regulatory changes and trends within AML, CTF, and sanctions. She also advises on economic sanctions and represents prominent clients on matters that advanced into cross-border jurisdiction matters. Nikhat has been widely appreciated by the clients for her legal acumen and contributions to arbitration proceedings, proactive role in the prevention of attachment proceedings, and client servicing. Her clients will always benefit from her broad and detailed legal expertise and will have at their disposal her many years of practical experience. Practice Areas Mrs. Khan’s primary areas of expertise include Dispute Resolution | Litigation | Intellectual Property and Technology | Corporate and Commercial | Compliance. Fields of Experience  Consumer Goods and Retail  Hotels, Resorts & Tourism  Industrial, Manufacturing & Transportation  Design, Construction & Infrastructure  Real Estate  Regulatory and Trade  Technology, Media & Telecommunications  Employment & Outsourcing  Family Law Clients & Services Mrs. Khan has substantial experience in litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution for commercial construction and IT-related disputes. She has advised and represented General contractors and subcontractors  Architects and engineers  Design-builders  Fortune 500 companies  Project owners and developers  Large, medium, and small privately held companies  Educational and healthcare institutions  Large, foreign-owned conglomerates  Lenders, insurance companies, and sureties  Materials suppliers  Public and private agencies for EPC and infrastructure projects (e.g., pipeline, terminals, cement and desalination plants), industrial projects and general commercial disputes. REMEMBER - The best way to mitigate litigation/dispute resolution is to trust a litigation lawyer with experience in other complex cases involving similar issues, who will address the issues, evaluate your options and minimize the damage.
Education
Education and Certificates - Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounts and taxation) – Bombay University India - Bachelor’s Degree in Law – Bombay University India - Certificate of AML, CTF and Compliance (DMCC) - Certified Sanctions Compliance - (ACAMS) - KYC CDD - (ACAMS) - ADR and Mediation certifications
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- The Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa - ICC - CIArb - Business Councils
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15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Aug 27, 2024

Very Professional and helpful lawyer. Highly recommended.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Aug 1, 2024

Mrs. Nikhat was highly professional and provided me with the exact legal support and advice I required. She also went the extra mile and shared additional advice and guidance after our call. Very grateful for both her expert counsel and the care she demonstrated for my case.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Jul 19, 2024

Highly knowledgeable, very professional and used terminology that was easy to understand. I would rate Mrs Khan high in all areas.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Jul 19, 2024

Mrs. Nikhat Sardar Khan was extremely professional with her approach and the turn around time was commendable. She made sure to advise on the right elements and provided guidance on the next steps. Highly recommended!

Client reviews
15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Aug 27, 2024

Very Professional and helpful lawyer. Highly recommended.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Aug 1, 2024

Mrs. Nikhat was highly professional and provided me with the exact legal support and advice I required. She also went the extra mile and shared additional advice and guidance after our call. Very grateful for both her expert counsel and the care she demonstrated for my case.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Jul 19, 2024

Highly knowledgeable, very professional and used terminology that was easy to understand. I would rate Mrs Khan high in all areas.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Jul 19, 2024

Mrs. Nikhat Sardar Khan was extremely professional with her approach and the turn around time was commendable. She made sure to advise on the right elements and provided guidance on the next steps. Highly recommended!

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Feb 8, 2024

One of the best lawyers! Highly recommended

20-minute advice session on family matters
Oct 9, 2023

I wish i could give more than 5 stars to her. Wao service. She is excellent and explained me nicely. Jazakallah khair

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
May 9, 2023

She was helpful and I got more than I asked for.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Sep 30, 2022

One of the most professional, knowledgeable and polite lawyers I have come across. Highly recommend her for both individuals and companies.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Aug 10, 2022

Mrs. Khan was really helpful with my queries. Answering the questions in a very honest way.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Jul 1, 2022

Nikhat was quick to understand the issue, provided relevant precedents and competent counsel. Very helpful and knowledgeable on the subject matter.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Apr 13, 2022

What a fantastic experience - thank you Nikhat for your advice and insight.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Nov 24, 2021

Great experience. This was my second call with Nikhat Sardar Khan, and she is very knowledgeable, helpful, and generous with her legal advice. I highly recommend speaking to her if ever you need a lawyer regarding property matters!

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Nov 7, 2021

Very clear and concise advice. Fully understood my issue.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Oct 26, 2021

Mrs Khan was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with the details of my divorce. She was very easy to speak to and gave me great advice. I HIGHLY recommend her.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Sep 16, 2021

Highly approachable, clear and concise in the advise provided.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Aug 11, 2021

Nikhat Sardar Khan was wonderful to work with, and went above and beyond to help me with my property issue. I highly recommend working with her, as she is knowledgeable, professional, and kind.

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Jun 24, 2021

Good knowledge and advice

20-minute advice session on family matters
Jun 7, 2021

Very friendly, cooperative & caring to help, honest quality advise, thanks so much for your time

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Mar 1, 2021

Mrs Nikhat Sardar Khan was very quick to understand the employment contract and Labour law issue and provided the correct advice with high level of professionalism. Mrs Nikhat will be my first choice in the event of any legal service requirement due to her deep knowledge and expertise. Her advice was very comforting and provided me with much needed confidence.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Feb 14, 2021

Ms Khan was honest and thorough in her advice. She helped me to clearly weigh my options offering both pros and cons of possible actions in my situation. She was patient to hear me out and offered solid counsel.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Feb 12, 2021

The lawyer is very soft spoken and gives the right advise.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Jan 30, 2021

She is very supportive and patient.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Oct 8, 2020

Ms. Nikhat was beyond excellent in her very quick understanding of the issue both intuitively and from a legal perspective. She gave me some excellent advice and suggestion on how to handle my matter. I would not hesitate to revert back to her for additional legal support and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of similar legal services. Thank you Nikhat, you helped me immeasurably.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Sep 21, 2020

She was very knowledgeable about the law and gave great advice on what to do. Absolutely recommend her for Labour Law queries.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Sep 19, 2020

Lawyer's domain knowledge and empathy is impeccable. She gets involved in the case fully to understand the root cause and advises accordingly

20-minute advice session on family matters
Sep 11, 2020

Hands down, Nikhat is one of the best family legal consultant available in UAE! She doesn't go around in circles like most rather answer straight up and she tells you straight away if you need a lawyer or not so she is really honest. Used this service twice to seek her advice followed it and got what I wanted.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Sep 9, 2020

Lawyer is extremely knowledgeable and considerate. Despite her busy schedule, she could find time to listen to the case patiently and advice appropriately. She is the best one could get in ME related to labor law issues

20-minute advice session on family matters
Sep 7, 2020

Very Frank and honest lawyer, not driven by greed which is refreshing. Highly recommend.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Aug 25, 2020

Miss Nikhat was very helpful and punctual.....Gave me clear and concise advice about my labor disputes. Highly recommend! Thank you!

15-minute advice session on real property related issues
Aug 25, 2020

It was realy nice talking to Mrs.Nikhat ,explained things in a positive way.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Aug 16, 2020

I received from Mrs. Khan a very professional consultation on my employment situation and now have a clear vision of my steps forward. Highly recommend her as genuine and service oriented lawyer. Big thank you

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Aug 12, 2020

Straightforward and practical.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Jul 16, 2020

Confident and knowledgeable.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Jul 16, 2020

Ms Nikhat Khan was extremely helpful, patient and kind. She answered all my questions and gave me very realistic expectations about my queries. I would recommend her to anyone seeking family law advice.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Jul 1, 2020

Excellent service, clear answers and instructions, very knowledgable, extremely helpful, very kind person, Thank you so much and God bless you!

20-minute advice session on family matters
Jun 23, 2020

Nikhat Sardar Khan was absolutely fantastic. Can only recommend her!

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Jun 17, 2020

Provided me with a clear and detailed explanation. Excellent Service

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Jun 16, 2020

Ms Nikhat is fast in responses and provided excellent advice to my situation. Constantly offering assistance, options and solutions.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Jun 11, 2020

Nikhat provided me with direct legal advice about separation and divorce. She was very thorough and with abundant knowledge of the law and legal process in Dubai. I can not thank her enough for her time and wisdom.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Jun 8, 2020

Fantastic experience with Nikhat , she took her time and explained pros and cons of all my queries very patiently , definitely recommend her .

20-minute advice session on family matters
Jun 7, 2020

A ready to help attitude and gave good suggestions considering safety of the person.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
May 31, 2020

Given professional and detail advice

15-minute UAE employment advice session
May 19, 2020

Nikhat is extremely prompt to respond, and thoroughly professional and practical in her approach. Would not hesitate in consulting her again or recommending her for legal advice

20-minute advice session on family matters
May 11, 2020

Very professional and accurate advice. Many thanks!

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Apr 14, 2020

She is knowledgeable, professional, and very clear in her questions to quickly understand the situation and started suggesting solutions. It was 15 minutes call which she intelligently utilized to fulfill the purpose.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Apr 6, 2020

Excellent service. Straight forward, to the point and fair advise with clarity.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Apr 5, 2020

I found Mrs. Nikhat Sardar Khan to be very knowledgeable, extremely patient and demonstrated full understanding of government regulations. She understood my employment situation properly, answered my questions thoroughly and gave me sound advice to follow. I would recommend her to anyone seeking professional legal advice.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Apr 5, 2020

Miss.Nikhat Sardar khan is excellent lawyer who undestand your case very well and has given very professional advice which helped us a lot we recommend to take assistance from her

20-minute advice session on family matters
Mar 29, 2020

Nikhat was able to explain in detail about the law and what were my options. It helped me to take sound decision. She also gave valuable insights related to the court proceedings which helped me alot.

20-minute advice session on family matters
Mar 20, 2020

Information received from Ms. nikhat was very helpful. She has given me good idea of divorce procedures in uae in a simple language. Which was easy for me to understand. Thank you for your kind heart.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Feb 20, 2020

She provided me with a clear and detailed explanation of what I can expect and what steps I can take to resolve my issue, details on the company and Dubai laws.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Feb 20, 2020

It was pleasure talking to consultant for legal guidance. Thankyou

20-minute advice session on family matters
Feb 19, 2020

i found Mrs Khan to be very polite,reliable and professional .all the questions and issues i had she answered to me in detail.she explained me the way forward keeping all my interest in priority. would definately recommend her.

15-minute UAE employment advice session
Dec 9, 2019

Ms. Nikhat Khan is very knowledgable about the labor law related issues. I really appreciate her legal expertise and the information she provided to me.

Checking for court cases filed against a person in the UAE
Nov 28, 2019

The service that was offered was great, Mrs Khan was super friendly and helpful. She always gave an update to the running process and responded to questions fast and offered detailed advice. Also on further questions or thoughts she always gave a good advice. I was more than satisfied with Mrs Khan’s performance and can recommend it to anyone without any restriction. Once again I would like to thank her for her good work.

UAE employment contract review + One-hour advice session
Nov 9, 2019

I would like to share my experience with legal consultant Mrs. Nikhat Sadar Khan providing excellent professional consultation with high level quality and accuracy. Communication was effectively with fast respond to inquiries.

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