Middle East: Family and Matrimonial

When it comes to inheritance in Dubai, it’s important to find a good balance between legal requirements, family ties, and personal wishes.

When it comes to inheritance, the UAE uses a mix of civil law and, in some cases, Sharia law. Religion, nationality, and whether a valid will has been registered are all things that affect what law...

It is never easy to deal with a loved one’s estate. Because of a mix of local laws, international factors, and procedural requirements, the process can feel even more complicated in Dubai.

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.

Case Summary: Wife who claims to have been abandoned by the husband, seeks custody of children and maintenance for them. The wife alleges that the husband of 7 years had alcoholic issues and a neurological condition due to which he was aggressive towards her and the children.

Case Summary: Wife, who has been married for 21 years, and has two adult sons, seeks divorce from her husband stating reasons such as abandonment, desertion of the conjugal bed and adultery. The wife states that it has become impossible to continue the marriage as the husband has changed his behaviors towards the wife and children for a year.

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.

In the UAE, relocating minors across borders is not seen as a routine choice for parents. It is a legal issue that involves custody rights, parental authority, and judicial oversight.

A UAE court case examines how divorced parents share custody of their children and manage financial responsibilities after separation.