UAE Trends and Developments
Trends and Developments Contributed by: Awatif Al Khouri and Hassan Elhais Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Con- sultancy is a full-service law firm licensed to provide legal advice and advocacy services in all courts of the UAE. Its legal team consists of diverse, experienced legal practitioners who show a high degree of profes ‑ sionalism and dedication. The team’s strong grasp of local laws, including family law, criminal and civil law, commercial and corporate law, maritime law, banking law and arbitration law, give it an edge in providing
practical legal advice and committed legal represen ‑ tation. Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy has established a dedicated portal that offers legal information in the form of articles and case studies that are accessible to all individuals. The firm is specialised in divorce and family law, and is often asked to provide expert written advice on Sharia and UAE law matters in international court proceedings.
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Awatif Al Khouri is a highly respected Advocate with rights of audience before all UAE courts. As a founder of Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy, she possesses extensive experience in navigating the
Hassan Elhais has over 18 years’ experience as a legal consultant at Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy and has worked in many practice areas, including family law, criminal law, arbitration,
complexities of UAE family law and Sharia principles. Mrs Al Khouri is renowned for her expertise in high-stakes family litigation, including divorce, custody disputes and inheritance matters for both Muslim and non-Muslim clients. Her deep understanding of the evolving legislative landscape positions her as a leading authority in the region.
inheritance law, and civil and corporate law. Dr Elhais specialises in drafting legal documents and legal opinions for clients, and regularly advises expatriates living in the UAE on UAE family law and cross-border issues, including enforceability of foreign financial awards and the international movement of children. He is also a regular contributor to major local and international newspapers and magazines.
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