Hello, I need legal advice regarding my rented apartment. The landlord is refusing to return my security deposit, claiming false damages. I have photos of the flat taken when I vacated it. Can your legal team help me file a case or send a legal notice through the Rental Dispute Center?

Hello, I need to consult about a fraud issue. Someone took money from me, promising to invest it in a business, but they disappeared after receiving the payment. I have the bank transfer details and WhatsApp chats. Can your firm assist me in filing a police complaint and representing me in the case?

Hello, I’m planning to start a consultancy company in Dubai and would like to understand the process, required licenses, and the differences between mainland and free zone setups. Can your firm assist with the full legal registration and the drafting of company documents?

Hi, I would like to consult about a defamation issue. Someone has posted false and damaging comments about me and my business on social media. I have screenshots as proof. I would like to know the legal process for filing a cyber complaint or defamation case under UAE law.

Hi, I would like to get your legal advice regarding my employment termination. I was on a 24-month limited contract, and I’m currently in my 10th month. The company terminated me with a 30-day notice period, but without any valid reason, prior warning, or performance issue. Could you please advise if this is considered an arbitrary dismissal under UAE Labour Law, and what compensation or claims I may be entitled to in this situation? Thank you in advance for your help!

Hello, I need legal advice regarding my rented apartment. The landlord is refusing to return my security deposit, claiming false damages. I have photos of the flat taken when I vacated it. Can your legal team help me file a case or send a legal notice through the Rental Dispute Center?

Hello, Someone snitched, and the FTA (Federal Tax Authority) came to my factory and seized goods with unpaid tax. They seized the goods and imposed a tax penalty and fine of 1.2 million. The Police Headquarters also conducted an inquiry and let me go. Now, if I pay the tax and fine, will my liability be cleared and the travel ban removed, as the travel ban is from the Police Headquarters?

Hello, I purchased two properties in Emirates City, Ajman, UAE, in 2009 and paid a booking amount of AED 212,000. After that, the developer absconded. How can I recover my money?

Hello, I need to consult about a fraud issue. Someone took money from me, promising to invest it in a business, but they disappeared after receiving the payment. I have the bank transfer details and WhatsApp chats. Can your firm assist me in filing a police complaint and representing me in the case?

Hi, I would like to consult about a defamation issue. Someone has posted false and damaging comments about me and my business on social media. I have screenshots as proof. I would like to know the legal process for filing a cyber complaint or defamation case under UAE law.

The landlord has included a penalty clause stating: "In case the tenant does not give 90 days’ notice to vacate the residential premises upon termination of the one-year tenancy contract, the tenant is liable to pay a penalty equivalent to three months’ rent plus AED 1,000." Is this legally valid as per Dubai government rules? Regards,

Hello, One of my staff members, who has been working part-time as a cleaner for a tenant for five months, was accused of stealing jewellery worth AED 7,000. The tenant filed a police complaint, and she was detained for 24 hours. Later, she learned that a criminal case had been filed by the tenant. She insists she is innocent and missed her first opportunity to present a witness to the Public Prosecution. During her first hearing, the judge asked her to upload her statement and bring witnesses at the next hearing in a month. Please advise what documents, evidence, and witnesses we can prepare for her defense.

Hi, I have paid all my checks and did not renew my flat in Sharjah. I notified the watchman that we had vacated the flat and that it is open, with the key left inside for him to check. Can they still file a case against me for not canceling it, as they are asking me to pay for the cancellation?

Hello, The company I’m working for is asking me to pay AED 4,000 for visa costs while I am trying to resign, even though I have completed one year. Please let me know what I can do, as my passport is also with the company; they took it from me.

Hello, I have been trying to get my refund from an immigration visa service company for months now. The company promised a refund for a Europe work permit application that they never completed. Despite multiple follow-ups, I have not yet received my money back. I have all the receipts, emails, and WhatsApp messages as proof. The amount is less than AED 5,000; however, it is a big deal to me. Please advise!

Hello, One of my staff members, who has been working part-time as a cleaner for a tenant for five months, was accused of stealing jewellery worth AED 7,000. The tenant filed a police complaint, and she was detained for 24 hours. Later, she learned that a criminal case had been filed by the tenant. She insists she is innocent and missed her first opportunity to present a witness to the Public Prosecution. During her first hearing, the judge asked her to upload her statement and bring witnesses at the next hearing in a month. Please advise what documents, evidence, and witnesses we can prepare for her defense.

Hello, Someone snitched, and the FTA (Federal Tax Authority) came to my factory and seized goods with unpaid tax. They seized the goods and imposed a tax penalty and fine of 1.2 million. The Police Headquarters also conducted an inquiry and let me go. Now, if I pay the tax and fine, will my liability be cleared and the travel ban removed, as the travel ban is from the Police Headquarters?

I work as a Director of Project Management in a company in DMCC. During my free time, I have tried providing Project Management Consultation to clients in the USA as a freelancer on UpWork (an Online Freelancing platform) and have seen good traction. I want to pursue this further during my free time. I am currently holding a UAE Golden Visa. 1. I would like to know if I am required to hold a freelancer permit in the UAE if I only serve clients in the USA? I don't have or plan to have any clients in the UAE or in GCC. 2. My clients in the USA have been paying me via UpWork so far, but I would like to receive this money directly via wire transfer to my UAE bank account or through online payment portals. Is this legal to do so? 3. I hold an NOC from my current employer to work on freelance projects during my free time. Can you please clarify the above questions? Jazakallah, Thank you!

Hello, I need to consult about a fraud issue. Someone took money from me, promising to invest it in a business, but they disappeared after receiving the payment. I have the bank transfer details and WhatsApp chats. Can your firm assist me in filing a police complaint and representing me in the case?

We are a company based in Internet City Freezone holding a DDA license. One of our employees was relieved from duty on 11th September 2025, and her visa grace period of 30 days expired on 11th October 2025. She has not obtained a new visa and is currently working elsewhere illegally without converting her visa or leaving the country. On the cancellation paper, it is written that we must inform GDFRA of non-compliance. DDA has suggested filing an absconding case; otherwise, there could be sanctions on the company and blocking of the establishment card. What should we do, and who should bear the cost of this?

Hello, My partner, without my knowledge, has been taking money from people on behalf of the company and issuing company invoices to them without completing their work. I own 50% of the company shares, and he owns the other 50% and is listed as the manager on the license. It is an LLC company. Am I responsible for his fraudulent transactions with those people? What is the legal way to protect myself?

Hello, I need to consult about a fraud issue. Someone took money from me, promising to invest it in a business, but they disappeared after receiving the payment. I have the bank transfer details and WhatsApp chats. Can your firm assist me in filing a police complaint and representing me in the case?

I am seeking your urgent legal assistance regarding my current situation in the UAE. I am a former Branch Manager whose residence visa expired on 23 May 2025, and I have exceeded the grace period of three months. Unfortunately, I was unable to cancel my visa due to an arrest warrant arising from non-payment issues linked to the company I was previously employed with. On 16 August 2025, I was arrested and attended the Prosecutor’s hearing on 17 August 2025. I was released with an ankle tracker under the condition that partial payment must be made by 16 September 2025. At present, I am no longer employed by the Company. My labour card has been cancelled. I have not received my final settlement or end-of-service benefits. I am a single mother sponsoring a child, and urgently need to regularize my visa status to be able to work again. I want your guidance and representation on the following: How to resolve or remove the arrest warrant/tracker condition/my name from this case?

I have taken a Cashnow loan recently and have to leave the country on exit due to some emergency back in my country. Will it be an issue, or will I face problems at the airport? I am willing to pay it from my home country if possible. The loan of AED 8000 is fresh & less than a month old.

Dear Lawyer I hope this message finds you well. I set up a business license in a free zone in 2023. Unfortunately, the license expired in September 2024, and due to being occupied with other matters, I was not aware of the penalties associated with the expiration. I recently attempted to cancel the license but was informed that a significant penalty has accrued. When I inquired about cancelling my visa first, I was told that it’s not possible to proceed without addressing the license issue. Could you please advise if there is any legal way to waive or reduce this penalty? I would greatly appreciate your guidance on how to resolve this situation with minimal cost.

Hello, Can I go on vacation even though I have already resigned from my employer and my visa is not yet canceled?

I'm trying to resign from my company and found out there's incorrect information between my employment contract, my government contract, and the employee handbook. I was under the impression of having a week's notice period but I'm being told it's 3 months and I'm losing a month's worth of salary. On top of that, it's showing a non-compete clause for the same industry. I'm trying to change companies in the same industry, how much of an issue is that?

Hello, One of my staff members, who has been working part-time as a cleaner for a tenant for five months, was accused of stealing jewellery worth AED 7,000. The tenant filed a police complaint, and she was detained for 24 hours. Later, she learned that a criminal case had been filed by the tenant. She insists she is innocent and missed her first opportunity to present a witness to the Public Prosecution. During her first hearing, the judge asked her to upload her statement and bring witnesses at the next hearing in a month. Please advise what documents, evidence, and witnesses we can prepare for her defense.

Hi, I have paid all my checks and did not renew my flat in Sharjah. I notified the watchman that we had vacated the flat and that it is open, with the key left inside for him to check. Can they still file a case against me for not canceling it, as they are asking me to pay for the cancellation?

Hello, I need legal advice regarding my rented apartment. The landlord is refusing to return my security deposit, claiming false damages. I have photos of the flat taken when I vacated it. Can your legal team help me file a case or send a legal notice through the Rental Dispute Center?

Hello, I have been trying to get my refund from an immigration visa service company for months now. The company promised a refund for a Europe work permit application that they never completed. Despite multiple follow-ups, I have not yet received my money back. I have all the receipts, emails, and WhatsApp messages as proof. The amount is less than AED 5,000; however, it is a big deal to me. Please advise!

Hi, I have negotiated a multiyear rental through an agency. I was expecting the fee to be 5% of the first year’s cost, but I now see the draft contract showing 5% of the total rent for 3 years. This does not seem to be standard practice based on what I’ve read. I would appreciate your advice. Thanks!