In this video, we explore the UAE’s Civil Personal Status Laws, which were introduced to regulate the personal and family affairs of non-Muslim expatriates living in the country.

The rights and obligations of a married person are provided under the UAE family law. The family law in the UAE comprises of 3 laws, namely, the Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 governing Muslims in the UAE across the seven emirates, the Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2022, governing non-Muslims in the UAE, except in the emirates of Abu Dhabi, and the Abu Dhabi Law No. 14 of 2021, governing non-Muslims in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

In this video, Dubai has introduced new regulations requiring tenancy contracts for shared accommodation to be officially registered in a dedicated government registry, a move aimed at strengthening tenant protection and improving transparency in the housing sector.

Learn about children's rights, protection mechanisms, helplines, and penalties for abuse under UAE law. Whether you're a resident, legal professional...

In this video, Court of Cassation in Dubai has ruled that WhatsApp messages must be carefully examined in divorce disputes when presented as evidence, underscoring their potential legal weight in family law proceedings.

The United Arab Emirates has emerged as a multicultural global city with people from various countries, religions and belief systems

For a more detailed breakdown of Dubai's family office landscape, including key benefits, structures, and trends, download our full fact sheet here.

Answer: Yes, you can. Both parties to the marriage contract may request to add special conditions in their marriage contract, provided these conditions are compliant with Sharia principles.

In this video, we explore a recent UAE court ruling where a husband's threat of polygamous cohabitation was deemed as psychological harm to his wife.

In this video, Family law in the UAE has undergone significant changes in the last decade. Until recently, family matters in the UAE were governed under a unified legal framework...

Based on Decision No. (26) of 2025 issued by the Chief of the Personal Status Court of Dubai Regarding jurisdiction over financial disputes between spouses:

In the recent years, the UAE has brought about significant changes to its legal provisions regarding relationships between unmarried couples and children born outside the boundaries of a marriage.

Question: I am an Asian woman who lives outside the UAE, but my husband is there. He is unemployed and facing financial difficulties

What Happens When Someone Passes Away In The UAE Without A Registered Will?

Why Should You Consider Registering A Will In The UAE...

In today's digital world, many couples communicate important decisions online. But is a digital divorce legally valid in the UAE? Find out how UAE's Federal Personal Status Law treats divorces sent...

After a divorce in the UAE, the father is legally obligated to provide child support, and the husband may also be required to pay alimony, maintenance, or compensation to his ex-wife.

In this video, we break down the legal conditions under which abortion is allowed in the United Arab Emirates.

Don't miss to be a part of an extremely interactive session prepared by Dr. Hassan Elhais and introduced by Mr. Byron James with regards UAE Family law, through this webinar.

In this informative video, we explore the criteria for a valid marriage in the UAE, highlighting the essential role of a guardian in Islamic marriages.