Questions & Answers
Questions & Answers
3 available 3 • View allCan you give us brief information regarding the new UAE law on abortion?




1
Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
Can you give us brief information regarding the new UAE law on abortion?
When will it be effective?





Jun 26, 2024
106
The father of a daughter is not willing to admit her. What to do?
4
Q: Hi,
Does the newborn child whose father is from the UAE and whose mother is an ex-pat have the right to have UAE citizenship?
Unfortunately, I am not married to her father but would like him to be obliged to his responsibility as a father. I am now in my country and planning to go back to the UAE with my child to also meet her grandparents.
Will it be possible?

Sep 20, 2022
539
Can a single mother claim child support if she is not married to the father?



3
Q: I have a question related to the new rule in the UAE related to a single mother.
The mother declared herself as a single mother and had a judgment from the court as a single mother and the baby is from a boyfriend without marriage.
Can she later on after 4 or 6, file a case against the boyfriend/father of the baby for monthly expenses?
What legal option she can use against the father of the baby even if she has already declared herself as a single mother and has a passport for a baby?




Sep 27, 2023
775
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
49150

Premium
Other answers by
How can I lift an immigration ban to be able to process my new emplyment visa? 0
Hi Sir,
I am S. and I am facing a one-year labour ban (as per my knowledge, and the same is mentioned in the cancellation paper too).
Now I have a new offer with [-----] company in a free zone, but things were not processed because of this ban. They asked me for the immigration clearance.
How can I clear this?
My previous contract was under a limited term, so even the salary basis is not helping me.
From other sites, I came to know it is possible, but I still have no idea how.
Can you suggest a solution?
May 14, 2025
12
Can the school refuse to issue NOC to me after they terminated my employment contract? 0
I am writing to raise a concern regarding the denial of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) by [----] School, Abu Dhabi, where I am currently employed as a Humanities Teacher.
Although the school has officially discontinued my contract effective July 7, 2025, and I have not submitted a resignation, they are now refusing to issue an NOC.
This is preventing me from accepting an opportunity with another charter school and is obstructing my right to secure alternate employment within the sector.
As per my understanding from ADEK and MoHRE guidelines, an NOC cannot be denied when:
- There is no non-compete clause in the contract.
- The employee has not breached any contractual obligations, and
- The termination was employer-initiated without a valid cause.
I kindly request your guidance and support in addressing this issue so I may proceed with my job application process without unnecessary obstruction.
Sincerely,
N.
May 14, 2025
5
How can I claim my settlement if the company is inactive but some branches still operate? 0
Hello,
I got a judgment from Dubai Court stating that the employer should do my settlement. It’s been years, but I still haven't received the payment in my account.
When I checked with Al Adheed Center, they said if the company is not active, it’s not possible to get the money.
However, it’s a group of companies, and a few branches are still running. Is there any chance to claim it, or can I appeal directly to the court?
May 14, 2025
13
Can my landlord evict me if he is selling the property to someone else? 0
Hello,
Can my landlord evict me if he is selling the property to someone else?
I am currently running a restaurant from the location.
May 14, 2025
13
How can I modify the custody agreement and enforce my parental rights? 0
As-Salaam-Alaikum everyone,
Please advise me on where I can find an affordable family lawyer. I'm only earning less than 5k AED monthly.
I really want to apply for modification of the agreement for my 3-year-old daughter, but my ex-wife is not responding or cooperating, assuming she wants to retain the current agreement for 3 hours per week.
I want to enforce my role as a guardian of my child and modify the agreement for more time and to be more included in the decision-making for her well-being.
May 12, 2025
19

Premium
Other answers by
How can I lift an immigration ban to be able to process my new emplyment visa? 0
Hi Sir,
I am S. and I am facing a one-year labour ban (as per my knowledge, and the same is mentioned in the cancellation paper too).
Now I have a new offer with [-----] company in a free zone, but things were not processed because of this ban. They asked me for the immigration clearance.
How can I clear this?
My previous contract was under a limited term, so even the salary basis is not helping me.
From other sites, I came to know it is possible, but I still have no idea how.
Can you suggest a solution?
May 14, 2025
12
Can the school refuse to issue NOC to me after they terminated my employment contract? 0
I am writing to raise a concern regarding the denial of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) by [----] School, Abu Dhabi, where I am currently employed as a Humanities Teacher.
Although the school has officially discontinued my contract effective July 7, 2025, and I have not submitted a resignation, they are now refusing to issue an NOC.
This is preventing me from accepting an opportunity with another charter school and is obstructing my right to secure alternate employment within the sector.
As per my understanding from ADEK and MoHRE guidelines, an NOC cannot be denied when:
- There is no non-compete clause in the contract.
- The employee has not breached any contractual obligations, and
- The termination was employer-initiated without a valid cause.
I kindly request your guidance and support in addressing this issue so I may proceed with my job application process without unnecessary obstruction.
Sincerely,
N.
May 14, 2025
5
How can I claim my settlement if the company is inactive but some branches still operate? 0
Hello,
I got a judgment from Dubai Court stating that the employer should do my settlement. It’s been years, but I still haven't received the payment in my account.
When I checked with Al Adheed Center, they said if the company is not active, it’s not possible to get the money.
However, it’s a group of companies, and a few branches are still running. Is there any chance to claim it, or can I appeal directly to the court?
May 14, 2025
13
Can my company deduct a month’s salary from my gratuity if I resign immediately? 0
Hello,
Because I resigned immediately due to some personal issues, the company is deducting one month's salary from my gratuity, and according to them, this is mentioned in UAE law.
Can you please confirm this for me?
May 14, 2025
9
Can my landlord evict me if he is selling the property to someone else? 0
Hello,
Can my landlord evict me if he is selling the property to someone else?
I am currently running a restaurant from the location.
May 14, 2025
13

Premium
Other answers by
How can I lift an immigration ban to be able to process my new emplyment visa? 0
Hi Sir,
I am S. and I am facing a one-year labour ban (as per my knowledge, and the same is mentioned in the cancellation paper too).
Now I have a new offer with [-----] company in a free zone, but things were not processed because of this ban. They asked me for the immigration clearance.
How can I clear this?
My previous contract was under a limited term, so even the salary basis is not helping me.
From other sites, I came to know it is possible, but I still have no idea how.
Can you suggest a solution?
May 14, 2025
12
Due to security reasons, my UAE visa was rejected. What do I do? 0
Due to security reasons, my UAE visa was rejected.
What do I do?
May 14, 2025
6
Can the school refuse to issue NOC to me after they terminated my employment contract? 0
I am writing to raise a concern regarding the denial of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) by [----] School, Abu Dhabi, where I am currently employed as a Humanities Teacher.
Although the school has officially discontinued my contract effective July 7, 2025, and I have not submitted a resignation, they are now refusing to issue an NOC.
This is preventing me from accepting an opportunity with another charter school and is obstructing my right to secure alternate employment within the sector.
As per my understanding from ADEK and MoHRE guidelines, an NOC cannot be denied when:
- There is no non-compete clause in the contract.
- The employee has not breached any contractual obligations, and
- The termination was employer-initiated without a valid cause.
I kindly request your guidance and support in addressing this issue so I may proceed with my job application process without unnecessary obstruction.
Sincerely,
N.
May 14, 2025
5
How can I claim my settlement if the company is inactive but some branches still operate? 0
Hello,
I got a judgment from Dubai Court stating that the employer should do my settlement. It’s been years, but I still haven't received the payment in my account.
When I checked with Al Adheed Center, they said if the company is not active, it’s not possible to get the money.
However, it’s a group of companies, and a few branches are still running. Is there any chance to claim it, or can I appeal directly to the court?
May 14, 2025
13
Can my company deduct a month’s salary from my gratuity if I resign immediately? 0
Hello,
Because I resigned immediately due to some personal issues, the company is deducting one month's salary from my gratuity, and according to them, this is mentioned in UAE law.
Can you please confirm this for me?
May 14, 2025
9
Get quotes from lawyers
Find the right lawyer for your legal needs.
Submit your request and get multiple
competitive offers from
qualified lawyers.
Popular Q&A
View all Looking for something else?
Ask for advice from a lawyer