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A: First-instance judgments typically take 4–12 months depending on complexity. Appeals add 3–6 months. Cassation proceedings can extend the timeline by a further 6–12 months. We provide realistic timelines at the outset of every case.

A: Filing fees in Dubai Courts are calculated as a percentage of the claim value, typically 4–7% for civil claims subject to a minimum and maximum cap. DIFC Court fees are fixed and published in the DIFC Courts Fee Schedule. We calculate precise fees for your specific claim at the consultation stage.

A: UAE courts have discretion to award legal costs to the winning party, but the amounts awarded are often nominal relative to actual legal fees. Recovery of full legal costs is more common in DIFC proceedings. We advise on cost recovery prospects for each matter.

A: Precautionary attachment (hajz tahtiyati) is an urgent court order freezing the opposing party’s assets before judgment to secure your ability to enforce. It is available under Articles 247–306 of Federal Law No. 11 of 1992 and is typically sought when there is a real risk of asset dissipation. We have extensive experience obtaining and defending attachment orders.

A: Precautionary attachment (hajz tahtiyati) is an urgent court order freezing the opposing party’s assets before judgment to secure your ability to enforce. It is available under Articles 247–306 of Federal Law No. 11 of 1992 and is typically sought when there is a real risk of asset dissipation. We have extensive experience obtaining and defending attachment orders.

Q: Can a foreign court judgment be enforced in the UAE?

A: Yes, subject to conditions. Under Article 235 of the Civil Procedure Code, foreign judgments are enforceable in the UAE if there is a bilateral enforcement treaty or if the UAE court is satisfied that reciprocal enforcement exists in the foreign country and that the judgment does not violate UAE public policy. We have successfully enforced judgments from multiple jurisdictions.

A: Missed deadlines in UAE litigation can result in case dismissal, loss of the right to submit evidence, or adverse procedural rulings. It is critical to engage a lawyer immediately. In some cases, we can file urgent applications to restore your position, but prevention is always better.

A: In Dubai Courts, clients generally do not need to attend hearings themselves — their lawyer represents them. Some hearings (such as personal status matters or criminal trials) require personal attendance. We advise on attendance requirements for each hearing in your matter.