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When a business dispute reaches court, the stakes are
high, and the rules are strict. Strong litigation representation protects, your commercial
interests.
Commercial litigation in the UAE is the resolution of business disputes, through the courts,
covering contracts, trade, partnerships, and payment. The process is governed, by the strict
procedural rules, and runs through several court stages. An experienced Commercial Litigation
Lawyer in Dubai, represents you at every stage, and pursues the strongest path to resolution.
Commercial litigation in the UAE is the court-based resolution of disputes, arising from the
business, and commercial dealings between companies, merchants, and individuals.
The procedure is regulated by the Civil Procedure Law (Federal Decree Law No. 42 of 2022), while
the substance is based on the Commercial Transactions Law (Federal Decree Law No. 50 of 2022),
and the Civil Code (Federal Law No. 5 of 1985). The cases proceed to the Court of First
Instance, the Court of Appeal and the Court of Cassation, and the limitation period between
merchants is generally five years.
Litigation rewards thorough preparation. According to Dr. Hassan Elhais, Senior Legal Consultant,
building the case on clear evidence and sound procedure is what determines success in commercial
litigation.
Contract and trade disputes
Partnership and shareholder disputes
Debt and payment claims
Evidence and procedure determine commercial litigation.
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Types of Commercial Litigation in Dubai
Commercial litigation lawyer in Dubai, handles a variety of disputes, under Commercial
litigation.
Contract Disputes
Bringing, or defending claims relating to the commercial contracts, and their
performance.
Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Resolution of disputes between business partners, and shareholders in court.
Debt & Payment Claims
Recovering, or defending claims for the unpaid commercial amounts.
Trade & Supply Disputes
Disputes over supply, distribution and trade agreements.
The Commercial Litigation Process in Dubai – Step by Step
Commercial litigation in Dubai, follows a structured court process.
Commercial Litigation in Dubai
Step 1: Case Assessment
We review:
The dispute, and the evidence
The merits and limitation position
Your goals, and the exposure.
The legal strategies
Step 2: Pre-Litigation Steps
We pursue:
Legal Notices and demands
Negotiation or settlement
Preparing claims
Step 3: Court Proceedings
We handle:
Initiating and defending the claim
Statements of claim, and the memoranda
Representation at hearings
Step 4: Judgment & Beyond
We pursue:
The judgment of court
Any appeal within the time limit
Execution of the result
Commercial litigation is won through preparation. Your Commercial Litigation Lawyer in Dubai,
builds and presents the strongest case.
Cost Discussion Framework
Legal fees in commercial litigation, depend on the case. Factors include:
Value, and the complexity of the dispute
Volume of evidence, and the documentation
Number of hearings required
Whether expert evidence is needed
Whether the case is appealed
During your consultation, we provide a transparent fee structure, tailored to your case.
Addressing Common Client Concerns
How long do I have to bring a commercial claim?
The Commercial Transactions Law generally provides a five-year limitation period for
commercial transactions between merchants.
Can a commercial dispute be settled during litigation?
Yes. You can settle at about any stage, and the law encourages you to settle amicably.
What are the UAE court levels?
Cases are heard in the Court of First Instance, the Court of Appeal and the Court of
Cassation.
Do I need a lawyer for commercial litigation?
Commercial litigation requires careful drafting, and strict adherence to the procedure,
therefore it is highly advisable to have professional representation.
Confidentiality is strictly maintained at all times.
Why Choose Dr. Hassan Elhais & Our Commercial Litigation Lawyer in Dubai
Dr. Hassan Elhais, is a Senior Legal Consultant, with over two decades of UAE experience in
commercial litigation, for the businesses, and individuals.
Proven experience in commercial litigation
Multilingual legal team
Representation for the businesses, and the corporate clients
Strong knowledge of commercial, and the procedural law
Structured, evidence-led litigation strategy
We operate in strict compliance with the UAE commercial, and procedural law.
Trust & Compliance
We provide professional, ethical representation in accordance with UAE law. Our advice is
tailored to your case, communicated transparently, and free of misleading guarantees. All
consultations are strictly confidential.
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When a business dispute reaches court, preparation and strategy decide the outcome. Early,
experienced litigation representation, protects your commercial interests.
The duration of the case depends on the complexity of the dispute, the amount of
evidence, the appointment of the experts and if there are any appeals. Some things
get resolved in a few months but longer for more complicated things.
Yes. Judgments issued by the Court of First Instance may generally be appealed to
the Court of Appeal and, where legally permitted, to the Court of Cassation.
Yes. Commercial litigation lawyers regularly act for businesses in debt
collection, breach of contract, payment disputes and other commercial claims
before the courts of the UAE.
Yes. Commercial litigation lawyers not only represent clients in court, but they
can also review the commercial contracts, identifying the legal risks, and
recommending measures, that help to reduce the chances of future disputes.
