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3 available 3 • View allRegistering a Will in the UAE courts for non-muslim expats

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Q: What is the process for registering a Will in the UAE courts for non-muslim expats? Also, what is the process for execution of the Will?


Apr 11, 2017
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The procedure for writing the will of expatriates in the UAE
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Q: I am a Pakistani citizen living in the UAE. I want a legal will and testament written and attested by the UAE bodies so God forbids if I die, I want my assets to go into the right hands.
How is it possible in the UAE for an expatriate?
Kindly advise.

Aug 8, 2018
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Is it necessary for a non-Muslim property owner to make a Will in the UAE?


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Q: I am an Indian citizen (Hindu religion) living in Dubai for the last 2 years. I have purchased a flat in Dubai. I have a wife and a 1-year-old son living with me in Dubai.
Do I need to make a Will?



Dec 17, 2019
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Legal blog
4 available 4 • View allWhy Is It Important for Non-Muslim Expats to Have a WILL in the UAE? 8
An interview-format article covering reasons why a non-Muslim expatriate should have a will in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW. Ludmila sheds light in this article on the right time and place to start the procedure based on tested practices in the UAE.
Nov 25, 2019
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Securing Your Assets in the UAE by Registering Your Will 14
Do you have assets in the UAE? Have you made a will yet? It is highly recommended to register a will soon, otherwise, the drive to asset disbursement can be extensive and expensive. In addition to the option of registering a will in DIFC for Non-Muslim will registration, Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) had also introduced a separate office since August 2017, which has made the entire will registration process easier and cost-effective.
Dec 16, 2018
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Alternatives to the Sharia Inheritance Law in the UAE 9
The article states the currently available options on how to set up a Will in the UAE. The expatriate (non-Muslim) testator has several options on how to protect the assets in the UAE and how to appoint guardians for the minor child(ren) habitually residing in the Emirates.
Jun 13, 2019
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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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View allHow to expedite the process of sending a judgment issued in the UAE to another country? 0
Hello,
There was a bounced cheque case against me in Dubai in 2009-10. I won the case upon appeal in January 2020. I have been fighting extradition to Dubai since 2018 for the same case.
Even though, the case was won in January. Until today (December 2020), the authorities in my country of residence (Ukraine) haven't officially received the judgment from the UAE.
1.What steps can be taken to expedite this process?
2. What steps does a judgment go through before it is communicated to the country in which the extradition case is pending?
3. What is the normal time frame for this process and for the removal of the Interpol red notice against the accused?
Thanks and regards,
Dec 4, 2020
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The developer failed to rectify the numerous leakages in the apartment, what to do? 0
Good afternoon,
I have purchased a property in Al Barsha (top floor). In spite of repeated reminders, the developer failed to rectify the leakages (numerous) in my apartment.
I had also notified this during DLP (Defect liability period). Can I refer my dispute to Rental Disputes Committee in Dubai Courts, even though there is an arbitration clause in the Sale and Purchase Agreement?
Appreciate your guidance on this.
Kind regards,
Kalpesh
Oct 21, 2020
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The penalty applied when resigning before the expiry date of a limited contract 0
Dear Sir,
I am working with Jafza company as a product development manager under a limited contract.
Today, I am giving my 30 day-notice period against my contract. My contract will end by July 2021. I heard that I need to pay 45 days' salary to the company because of contract breaching.
I would like to know:
1) If I am giving an advance 30-day notice period, then why should I pay 45 days' salary to the company?
2) Currently, am I not doing my job as per Jafza attested contract?
3) After a year, the company changed my job profile without any amendment in Jafza attested contract?
I look forward to your valuable feedback.
Best Regards,
S.D
Sep 27, 2020
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Filing a divorce case in Dubai and having daughter stay under father's visa 0
Good morning Mr. Ghosh,
I am 52 years old.
I am working in Dubai and am a sponsor for my wife (49 years old) who stays with me as a housewife. I have a daughter as well (19 years old) staying with us.
Can I file a divorce case here in Dubai due to marital disharmony and mistrust? What is the procedure?
After the divorce, can my daughter stay here under my visa?
Sep 27, 2020
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Stopping former colleague's harassment 0
Hi,
I have an ongoing harassment issue with a former colleague.
She created fake Facebook accounts and sent messages to my family and friends accusing me of adultery and threatening.
At that time, I did not know who she was as all the accounts were fake, however, yesterday she sent a package to my family with a document of my photos, WhatsApp messages, and allegations against me.
She also sent me abusive emails for months which included threats of defamation and threats against my family, but I did not reply. She bombarded my employer pretending to be my wife, requesting my HR records. I had to leave my jobs because of embarrassment.
I decided to report her to the police, however, because of work commitments, I am in the UK and will only return in January. The police have advised me to return and file a case. I would like two services:
1. Send a cease and desist letter to the person harassing me to stop.
2. Represent me whilst I am abroad to pursue this case.
Sep 27, 2020
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