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5 available 5 • View allJurisdiction of the UAE courts in a divorce case if one party is abroad
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Q: Please, can you let me know if the UAE courts would have jurisdiction in a divorce case for a British non-Muslim UAE resident with a UAE residency visa?
The other party is a not a UAE resident nor a Muslim and has never had a UAE residency visa, but has visited the UAE on a visit visa 12 months ago and has issued (but not yet served) a divorce petition in the UK?
And does it matter when the divorce petition issued in the UK is served to the UAE resident? Will it make any difference if it is served before or after they file for divorce in the UAE?

Mar 20, 2019
3196
Legal assistance in drafting a divorce settlement agreement

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Q: Dear Team,
I would like to know what might happen in the conciliatory procedure. I filed a divorce against my husband and I was called for an appointment. I assume it is for this procedure. Please advise.
How can I draft a settlement agreement? How much possibly it might cost if I will consult a lawyer about this? Maybe you can refer me an adviser with regards to this concern that can charge me less.
I am just a normal worker seeking justice for my child.
Regards,
G.


Sep 23, 2018
1989
Filing a divorce case while the husband is not in the country 
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Q: Hello,
I would like to ask if I can file a divorce even when my ex-husband is not present here in the UAE.

Mar 10, 2019
2427
How to get divorced in the UAE while the marriage contract was signed in Belgium?
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Q: Dear sir/madam,
The new laws stipulate that the divorce laws of the country of origin in which the marriage has taken place apply.
Now, to put it bluntly, how do one's parents go about getting a divorce in the UAE when the marriage contract was signed in Belgium?
Secondly, what happens to the children if two of them are considered "majors" and the other is a "minor"?
Lastly, if possible, could you provide me with a brief overview of the divorce process in general, considering the aforementioned information provided?
Thank you!

Mar 18, 2022
214
Can my husband force me to move to France to avoid the divorce I will file in the UAE?




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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
My husband legally resides in the UAE and owns a company here. He is in France now for summer vacation, and I want to file for divorce in the UAE. Can he force me to move back to France to avoid the divorce?
We have two children in school here, and he is now acting as if he doesn't approve of their continuing school in the UAE.
I can prove that he is a UAE resident and owns a company and several cars in the UAE. Can he force me to move with the children to France?
I'm not French and do not have French nationality or residency.





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Jul 11, 2024
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Legal blog
2 available 2 • View allCustody & Guardianship in the UAE 4
An interview-format article covering the topic of custody and guardianship in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
May 6, 2021
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Personal Status Law for Non-Muslim Foreigners in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi 8
A new civil personal status decree has been introduced in the emirate of Abu Dhabi by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi. This personal status decree will be applicable for non-Muslim foreigners based in Abu Dhabi in matters of marriage, divorce, Will, inheritance, and custody of children.
Nov 9, 2021
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Laws & Regulations
1 available 1 • View allFederal Law No. (28) of 2005 On Personal Status 24
UAE Personal Status Law (also known as Personal Affairs Law) governs marriage, divorce, inheritance and other personal affairs in the United Arab Emirates. The law equally applies to citizens of the UAE and non-citizens unless one of them asks for the application of his home country law.
Nov 19, 2005
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What happens to the company and its operations if one of the partners is deceased? 0
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As per the new provisions, the company is owned 100 % by expatriate residents. The company’s business is buying and selling real estate in the UAE.
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