DR KHALED ALI ALDHANHANI LAW FIRM

With more than 20 years of legal practice and academic work, Dr Khaled Ali Al Dhanhani Law Firm advises individuals, families, entrepreneurs and companies throughout the UAE. The firm handles litigation, legal opinions, contract drafting, corporate documentation, mediation and arbitration, and international matters with specialist partner firms in and outside the UAE.

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Practice Areas & Legal Services

LEGAL SERVICES ACROSS THE UAE
Dr Khaled Ali Al Dhanhani Law Firm advises individuals, families, entrepreneurs and businesses across the United Arab Emirates. Every matter is assessed against its facts, documents, applicable UAE law and procedural requirements.

Family and Personal Status
Advice and representation in matters involving marriage, divorce, maintenance, custody, visitation, parentage and family arrangements. We explain the relevant procedures and help clients understand the legal options available under the applicable UAE personal-status framework. The governing rules and choice-of-law issues are assessed case by case under Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 and related legislation.

Juvenile Matters
Legal guidance and representation in matters involving juveniles, with careful attention to due process, confidentiality, safeguards and the principles governing juvenile cases in the UAE. The relevant safeguards are considered under Federal Law No. 6 of 2022 and other child-protection rules that apply to the case.

Criminal, Security and Interpol Matters
Defence and case assessment in criminal and security-related proceedings, including complaints, investigations, evidence, detention and procedural issues. We also advise on international notices and cross-border requests, including Interpol-related matters, subject to the competent authorities and applicable procedures. Criminal matters may engage the Crimes and Penalties Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021) and Criminal Procedures Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 38 of 2022), subject to amendments and the case facts.

Cybercrime and Digital Matters
Advice on alleged online fraud, extortion, defamation, privacy breaches, data misuse and social-media disputes, including the preservation and review of relevant digital records under applicable UAE legislation. The principal federal framework includes Federal Decree-Law No. 34 of 2021 on Countering Rumours and Cybercrimes, as amended.

Narcotics and Psychotropic-Substance Cases
Representation and legal review in cases involving alleged possession, use, promotion, import or transport. Each case is assessed on its evidence, circumstances, applicable law and procedural history. The principal federal framework includes Federal Decree-Law No. 30 of 2021 on Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances, as amended.

Civil Claims and Compensation
Support with contractual disputes, financial claims, civil liability and compensation, from document review and legal assessment through negotiation, mediation or court proceedings. Civil claims may engage the Civil Procedure Code (Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022), the Evidence Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 35 of 2022), and applicable substantive legislation.

Commercial, Corporate and Banking Disputes
Advice to companies and business owners on commercial contracts, shareholder disputes, corporate obligations, banking and finance claims, debt recovery and business-related litigation. Company matters may also engage Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 on Commercial Companies, while banking claims depend on the specific instrument and applicable regulatory framework.

Administrative Matters
Review of administrative decisions, grievances and related claims, including an assessment of jurisdiction, deadlines, evidence and available procedural options.

Insurance, Employment and Property Matters
Advice and representation in insurance claims, employment disputes, real estate and tenancy matters, construction contracts and related compensation claims. Employment issues may engage Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations; insurance and property disputes follow their applicable sector and contract rules.

Inheritance and Estate Matters
Guidance on estate procedures, required documentation, distribution and disputes among heirs, in accordance with the applicable law and the competent authority.

International and Cross-Border Law
Advice on international agreements, jurisdiction, recognition and enforcement, and conflict-of-law issues. Specialist partner law firms inside and outside the UAE may be coordinated where a matter requires local support.

Mediation and Arbitration
Support in choosing appropriate dispute-resolution routes, including mediation, conciliation and arbitration. Dr Khaled is a licensed mediator in civil and commercial disputes with the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department. Mediation and conciliation in civil and commercial disputes are also governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 40 of 2023, subject to the applicable process and forum.

Legal Drafting and Court Documents
Preparation and review of pleadings, statements of claim, legal memoranda, applications, notices, contracts and other legal documents in Arabic and English.

Company Formation and Attestation
Preparation and attestation of company incorporation documents, amendments and related instruments in Abu Dhabi, subject to the applicable authority and procedures. Dr Khaled is an attestor of company incorporation documents and amendments with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development. Company formation and governance may also engage Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 on Commercial Companies and applicable Abu Dhabi authority requirements.

Procedural and Business Support
Assistance with registrations, applications, filings and follow-up, legal translation, and coordination of technical or accounting expertise through the firm and its specialist partners.

Entrepreneurs and Digital Businesses
Legal support for founders, creators and digital businesses, including partner arrangements, digital contracts, platform terms, privacy practices and business-risk review.

Legal Awareness and Academic Training
Legal-awareness programmes, lectures and training that make rights and obligations easier to understand. Dr Khaled has lectured in law for educational institutions and professional bodies.

Member Benefits and Payment Options
Eligible Fazaa and Mazaya members and People of Determination may enquire about applicable benefits. Tamara instalments may be available subject to provider approval and the terms presented by the payment provider.

UAE legal framework: Depending on the facts and competent forum, relevant legislation may include the Personal Status Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024), Juvenile Delinquents and Juveniles at Risk of Delinquency Law (Federal Law No. 6 of 2022), Crimes and Penalties Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021), Criminal Procedures Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 38 of 2022), Cybercrime Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 34 of 2021), Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 30 of 2021), Commercial Companies Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021), Labour Relations Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021), Mediation and Conciliation Law for Civil and Commercial Disputes (Federal Decree-Law No. 40 of 2023), and Civil Procedure Code (Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022). This indicative list is not exhaustive; applicability depends on the facts, jurisdiction, and amendments in force.

General Information
This overview is for general information and is not legal advice on a specific matter. Advice depends on the facts, documents, applicable law and competent jurisdiction. No particular result is promised.