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Can a lawyer with an expired professional license still represent me in court?
Q: Hello, I have given a POA to a lawyer to fight my case, but now I got to know his professional license expired 20 days ago. Is it allowed for him to represent me in court with an expired license?
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May 27, 2025
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If a Golden Visa holder resigns, should we still provide a repatriation ticket?
Q: Dear all, If an employee is a Golden Visa holder and has sent a termination notification stating they are not willing to extend the contract, shall we still provide a repatriation ticket?
May 27, 2025
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Will registration in the UAE
Planning your estate in the UAE is essential to safeguard your family’s financial security and ensure your wishes are honored. Without a legally registered will, Sharia-based inheritance rules may dictate the distribution of your assets, often in ways that don’t reflect your intentions, especially for expatriates. Here’s why you should register a will in the UAE, who can do it, and where to go to get it done. Legal blog
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Execution: The Graveyard of Judgments – Reality, Challenges, and Solutions
This article emphasizes that a court judgment in favor of a claimant is incomplete without successful execution. It explores the practical and legal challenges in enforcing judgments in the UAE, such as debtor evasion, lack of asset transparency, and procedural complexity, and offers strategic legal tools to overcome them. The article highlights the vital role of a skilled legal consultant in efficiently managing execution files and ensuring the actual recovery of rights. Legal blog
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حالات الزواج والطلاق وفقًا لقانون الأحوال الشخصية الجديد في الإمارات
شهدت المنظومة القانونية في دولة الإمارات تحولاً نوعياً في تنظيم شؤون الأسرة، خاصة لغير المسلمين، بما يعكس التعدد الثقافي ويعزز التعايش. تستعرض هذه المقالة أبرز ملامح القانون الجديد من خلال رؤية عملية مستقاة من الميدان القانوني. Questions & Answers
UAE
After acquittals by the first instance and appeals courts, can the case still go to the Court of Cassation?
Q: Hello, This is regarding an enquiry about a case where we were acquitted by the first instance court, that is, the trial court. The prosecution appealed the judgment, and we also received an acquittal verdict from the misdemeanour appeal court. I know there are still 30 days, but what are the chances it can be appealed to the Court of Cassation?
May 22, 2025
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UAE
Can I renew my visa if I received a message from Dubai police that I have travel ban?
Q: I received a message from the Dubai police in which they said that I have a travel ban on my Emirates ID, and I should contact the Dubai court. Can I renew the visa in such a situation?May 22, 2025
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How can I avoid salary account seizure if Dubai Courts have ordered my assets to be frozen?
Q: Hello, Dubai Courts have sent a circular to freeze my assets in a cheque execution case dating back to 2023. An installment plan was in place, but I missed payments. The outstanding amount is AED 26,000. How can I avoid seizure of my salary bank account? Thank you!
May 22, 2025
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My RDC case says, "Enquire about shares and bonds." How can I request an installment payment?
Q: Hello, My RDC case says "enquire about shares and bonds," which I assume means freezing my bank accounts. How can I approach this and request them for an instalment or initial payment?+1
May 22, 2025
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After evicting a tenant for renovation, can the landlord rent the property to another tenant?
Q: Hello, If the tenant is evicted due to renovation, once the renovation is done, can the landlord rent the property to a new tenant, or does the landlord have to wait for 2 years?
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May 22, 2025
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Is it possible to get out of jail on the same day the case is withdrawn?
Q: Hello, My husband is in jail and the case is still under investigation, but the complainant wants to settle and withdraw the case. Is it possible for my husband to get out of jail on the same day the case is withdrawn?
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May 22, 2025
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Can a friend be held liable for sharing my private medical information without my consent?
Q: Hello, I have found out that a friend divulged sensitive and private medical information to others without my consent. Is this against the law?+1
May 22, 2025
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Can I travel outside the UAE if I have a complaint for breach of trust by embezzlement?
Q: Hello, I have a complaint registered against me. The crime description is "breach of trust by embezzlement." Can I travel outside the UAE? I don`t have any travel ban against me.May 22, 2025
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If the complainant closed the case, why is the police investigation still ongoing?
Q: Hi, I have had a criminal case in Dubai since April 2024. The complainant closed the case, but the police continue the investigation.May 22, 2025
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Are weekends before and after leave excluded from the annual leave balance?
Q: Hello, According to UAE labor law, is it correct that weekends before the start date and after the end date of annual leave are not counted? Example: if the leave is applied from Monday to Friday, how many days should be deducted from the annual leave balance?+1
May 21, 2025
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If acquitted by the appeal court, is the travel ban and wanted status automatically removed?
Q: Hello, If acquitted by the appeal court, is the travel ban and wanted status automatically removed? I mean, an innocent verdict was issued by the first instance court, then it was appealed, and after that, the travel ban was there. Now, the appeal court has issued an acquittal from all charges; so is the travel ban still there, or is it automatically removed after the judgment is issued?+1
May 21, 2025
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