Legal Consultations in the Gulf

We provide legal consultations that help you understand your legal position and your options before you decide, for clients across the Gulf, at our Abu Dhabi office, by phone, on WhatsApp or by video call.

Consultations are paid; the fee is confirmed before booking. Call us: +971 54 360 8305

Consult before you act

Many legal problems can be avoided, or their impact reduced, when the matter is put to a specialist early, before signing a contract, resigning, answering a claim or taking action.

A consultation gives you a clear picture of where you stand, so you can decide your next step knowing your rights and obligations.

What you take away from a consultation

  • An understanding of your legal position
  • The options open to you
  • The potential risks of each option
  • Deadlines and time limits to watch
  • A general view of costs and procedures
  • A suggested next step

Advice is based on the information and documents you provide, and on the circumstances of each case.

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Consultation areas

General legal consultation

Any legal matter where you need a specialist's view and guidance on the next step.

Family & personal status

Marriage, divorce, custody, maintenance, inheritance and wills.

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Companies & contracts

Company formation, commercial contract review, partnerships and commercial disputes.

Employment, real estate & civil

Employment disputes, tenancy and property matters, and civil claims.

How a consultation works

  1. 01

    Contact us

    On WhatsApp or by phone, with a short description of your matter.

  2. 02

    Topic and fee

    We identify the subject, then confirm the fee, the appointment and the consultation format before booking.

  3. 03

    The consultation

    At our office, by phone or by video call, in Arabic or English.

  4. 04

    Next steps

    Guidance on the suggested next steps. If further legal services are needed, we explain their scope separately.

Who is this for?

A consultation may help if you are:

  • About to sign an employment, commercial or tenancy contract;
  • In a dispute with an employer or an employee;
  • Dealing with a family or personal status matter;
  • A founder or the owner of a small or medium business;
  • A landlord or tenant of property;
  • A Gulf resident who needs to understand local procedures;
  • In receipt of a claim, notice or legal warning.

Ways to consult

Choose the format that suits you:

  • At our Abu Dhabi office
  • Phone call
  • WhatsApp
  • Video call
  • In Arabic or English
  • By appointment

Prepare for your consultation

To make the most of your consultation, it helps to have the following ready. No documents are submitted through this website.

  1. 1Your matter

    • A short description of the issue
    • What you want to achieve
    • The questions you want to ask
  2. 2Relevant documents

    • Emirates ID or passport
    • Contracts or agreements
    • Correspondence or notices
    • Any previous judgments or decisions
  3. 3Timeline

    • Dates of the key events
    • Any upcoming deadlines or time limits

Visit our office

You are welcome at our office in Abu Dhabi. Consultations are by appointment, so please call or message us on WhatsApp to arrange a time.

Address
3103 Tamouh Tower, Marina Square, Al Reem Island
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Hours
Sunday to Thursday, 9:00–18:00 (GST)

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Frequently asked questions

Is the consultation paid?
Yes. The fee depends on the subject of the consultation, and we confirm it with you before booking.
Can I consult from outside Abu Dhabi or outside the UAE?
Consultations can be held by phone or video call, depending on the nature of the matter.
Which languages do you consult in?
Arabic or English.
Is the information I share confidential?
We treat the information you share with us as confidential and use it only for the purpose of the consultation.
Does a consultation mean you will take on my case?
No. A consultation is a separate service. If further legal services are needed, we explain their scope and cost separately.

A clearer decision starts with a consultation

Contact us to set the subject, time and format of your consultation.

The information on this page is general and is not legal advice. The scope of a consultation depends on each case, the information provided and the applicable legal framework. No particular outcome can be guaranteed.

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