What can I do if I missed the hearing and a judgment was made in my absence?

Hello dear,

I hope you are doing well!

If a judgment was issued in your absence due to improper or a lack of notification, you may have the right to file an appeal or request for a retrial, depending on the case type and stage.

In some cases, if it's proven that you were not properly notified or informed, the court can consider your request and allow you to present your defense.

Please share the case number and judgment details with us so we can guide you specifically on the next legal step.

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Hello,

Thank you for your message!

If a judgment was issued in your absence due to not receiving proper information or notice, you may have the right to take the following steps:

1. File an Objection (Petition to Set Aside Judgment):

If it was a civil or labour case, and you missed the hearing without valid notification, we can file an objection or request for retrial within the legal time frame (usually 7 to 15 days from the date you became aware of the judgment).

2. Appeal (if Objection Not Possible):

In some cases, we may directly file an appeal if the timeline allows, and depending on the type of case and the court level (First Instance / Appeal).

3. Legal Representation:

We can help by checking the case status, obtaining the judgment copy, and preparing the proper legal application to reopen or challenge the judgment.

Please send us:

- Case number and court name;

- A brief summary of the situation; and

- When you found out about the judgment.

Once we review it, we’ll advise on the best course of action and timelines.

You must submit a request to the court to attend the session again.

Good morning,

Thank you for reaching out!

If you missed your court hearing due to incorrect or inadequate information and a judgment was issued in your absence, UAE law provides options to challenge it.

Depending on the case type, you may be able to file an objection within a specific timeframe, 7 days for criminal matters or 15 days for civil/commercial cases, from the date you became aware of the judgment.

If you're still within the appeal period (usually 30 days), an appeal can also be filed, highlighting the lack of proper notification or due process.

Given the strict procedural deadlines, I recommend scheduling a consultation as soon as possible so we can review the court documents, verify how the notification was served, and determine the most effective course of action to protect your rights.

Best regards,

You have a legal right to object to an absentia judgment. This automatically nullifies the judgment in the Court of First Instance and opens the case for a new hearing.

We will let you know the procedures in detail.

Kindly share your WhatsApp number to discuss further.

Dear questioner,

We need to appeal the decision immediately before the appeal time is over, the appeal court will consider your part.

If you need our assistance in hearings, kindly share your WhatsApp number.

If the judgment was issued in your absence, you have the right to file an appeal against it.

Should you require any legal assistance or further guidance, please do not hesitate to contact us at [----------] or via email at [-----------].

Best regards,

Nada Elmawi

Greetings,

If a judgment was issued in your absence due to improper or lack of notification, you may have the right to file an objection (petition to set aside the judgment) within a limited time frame, depending on the court and case type.

To determine the best course of action and protect your legal rights, we recommend booking a consultation with us or authorizing our office to act on your behalf.

Let us assist you in taking the correct legal steps.

Greetings,

You must file an objection to the default judgment to preserve your rights and enable you to present your defenses and arguments before the competent court.

Best Regards,

You can object to the ruling issued in your absence through legal procedures within the legal period and in accordance with the law.

File an objection to a judgment issued in absentia.

For assistance in this, please contact us via phone or WhatsApp.

Dear Sir/Madam,

Thank you for your question!

If you were absent from a hearing due to improper notification and the court proceeded to enter a judgment in your absence, you have two main options under UAE procedure:

1. Apply to Set Aside the Default Judgment

Deadline: Within 30 days from the date you first became aware of the judgment (Article 161, Federal Decree-Law No. (42) of 2022 Promulgating the Civil Procedures Code).

What to include:

- A formal application to the Court of First Instance requesting that the ex parte judgment be set aside;

- A copy of the default judgment;

- Evidence demonstrating improper service/notification (e.g. incorrect address on the service affidavit, courier records, or witness statement);

- A sworn statement explaining why you did not attend; and

- A power of attorney authorizing representation.

2. File an Appeal

Deadline: Within 30 days from service of the judgment (Article 123, Civil Procedure Code).

Grounds: Lack of proper service or notification that prevented your attendance, along with the supporting evidence outlined above.

Court: Appeal to the Dubai Court of Appeal for a full rehearing.

If your application is accepted, the Court will set aside the default judgment and schedule a new hearing, allowing you to present your case in person.

I can assist you with:

- Drafting and filing the set-aside application or appeal;

- Collecting and organizing your evidence of improper notification; and

- Representing you at all hearings to ensure your rights are fully protected.

Please reach out to me via WhatsApp or phone at [-----------] to discuss your situation in detail and take the next steps.

Kind regards,

Suhail Rana