Family & Divorce

Family and Personal Status Matters

Trusted legal counsel for family matters in the UAE
The family is the cornerstone of society, and this principle underpins our approach to family disputes. Galadari Advocates are committed to promote stability and harmony by prioritizing amicable settlement and constructive dialogue wherever possible.

Family disputes require more than legal expertise—they require discretion, cultural awareness, practical solutions, and understanding of the varied cultural backgrounds of those involved. Galadari Advocates advises individuals and families on UAE personal status and family law matters, combining deep knowledge of local courts with a respectful, solution-oriented approach.

We represent UAE nationals, expatriates, and high-net-worth individuals in complex and cross-border family disputes, helping clients navigate sensitive challenging situations while protecting their legal rights and long-term interests.

Our services in family and personal status matters include:

• Divorce and separation proceedings before UAE courts.
• Advice on applicable law in divorce proceedings involving a foreign party.
• Child custody, guardianship, and visitation arrangements.
• Legal proceedings to establish or contest parentage.
• Alimony, maintenance, and financial support claims.
• Division of assets and marital property.
• Recognition, enforcement, or challenge of foreign divorce judgments.
• Family disputes involving multiple jurisdictions.
• Mediation, settlements, consensual divorce, and post-divorce agreements.
• Wills, inheritance, estate administration matters.

We advise clients under UAE civil law, Sharia-based principles, applicable personal status regulations, for Muslims and non-Muslims, and procedures before onshore UAE courts and, where required, courts in free zones jurisdictions.

We simplify this legal landscape into clear guidance and practical options, outlining risks and likely outcomes so clients can make informed decisions at every stage of the process.