1. What types of legal services do you offer?

We offer a complete legal services, covering the different branches of law, including family law, criminal law, civil litigation, commercial law, construction disputes, arbitration, inheritance and the issues related with real estate. We also provide assistance in contract drafting, corporate advisory, labor disputes and representation before the UAE courts including DIFC and ADGM courts.

2. Can you represent individuals and companies?

Yes, our firm represents both the individuals and corporate clients across the UAE and internationally. Our legal team advises the private clients, expatriates, entrepreneurs, SMEs, and large companies in various legal and commercial matters.

3. How experienced is the Dr. Hassan Elhais?

Dr. Hassan Elhais is a prominent legal consultant in the UAE with almost 20 years of legal experience in family, criminal, inheritance and arbitration matters. He has been awarded several international awards including “Legal Consultant of the Year" for several times.

4. Where are you located and how do I contact you?

We have offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and Dubai office located in 37th Floor, Latifa Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road. Clients can contact the firm through the official website, by calling the given telephone numbers, or by scheduling a consultation with the legal team.

5. How quickly can you provide a consultation?

We are willing to provide legal assistance timely, and we can usually schedule a consultation in a short time frame, depending on the urgency and complexity of the situation. We offer in-person and remote consultations to the clients in the UAE and outside of the UAE.

6. What makes you different from other law firms in Dubai?

Our firm has earned high recognition for the ability to combine the UAE legal expertise with an extensive international experience and client-focused representation. The presence of the highly renowned legal professional Dr. Hassan Elhais, further strengthens the reputation of the firm in handling the complex and sensitive legal matters with professionalism and strategic insight.

7. Do you handle international cases or cross border issues?

Yes, Dr. Hassan Elhais often advises our clients on the international and cross-border legal matters, such as family disputes, relocation cases, foreign judgments, issues related with inheritance, and the international business transactions. And our team has extensive experience in supporting expatriates and multinational clients in the various jurisdictions.

8. Do you assist with contract drafting and review?

Yes, we are providing professional legal services for contract drafting, legal review and negotiation of commercial, civil, employment, construction and partnership agreements. We also provide bilingual legal reviews to the clients to ensure compliance with the laws of UAE and the interests of the client.

9. Do you handle construction-related disputes?

Yes, we do handle the disputes related to construction law; our specialized team advises the clients on construction law matters, including contractor disputes, project delays, payment claims, FIDIC contracts, arbitration, and construction-related litigation. Our legal consultants assist developers, contractors, subcontractors, and property owners throughout the process of dispute resolution.

10. Can you represent me in criminal cases?

Yes, we are handling a wide range of criminal matters like financial crimes, cyber related crime, fraud, assault, defamation, and regulatory violations. Dr. Hassan Elhais is particularly recognized for his experience in the complex criminal cases and the criminal defense representation within the UAE legal system.

11. Do you provide family law services like divorce or child custody?

Yes, our firm has an extensive range of experience in the area of family law including divorce, child custody, alimony, guardianship, inheritance and international relocation disputes. The team regularly provides sensitive and confidential legal support to the expats and for the local families.

12. Do you offer legal support for real estate transactions?

Yes, our team provides legal assistance for real estate matters like sale of the property, purchases, leasing, development agreements, and real estate disputes. Our lawyers also advise the clients on due diligence, contract verification, property ownership regulations, and for the investment-related legal matters in the UAE.

What is the punishment for a bounced cheque now that there is no jail time?

I lost job and left uae in 2008. Bank filed police report for aed150000 bounce cheque in 2009. Criminal court gave judgement of 4 months imprisonment in absentia. the new law1 2017 say fine 10000. if I arrive dubai airport what will happen? i believe i will be detain and present to prosecutor at burdubai police station or will be transfered to jail for pending imprisonment judgement?

fred

2021-01-27

We suggest that you should undertake a legal status check with our firm. We will be able to determine if there are any cases filed against you, its status, and the action that you can take. Once we have the information, we will be able to advise you on the way forward.

Please let me know if you are interested to proceed so I can provide you with more details. Dr. Hassan Elhais

I owe the bank 80k on a personal loan, the bank has filed a case against me and deposited a bounced cheque for an amount of 300k. What do I do in this situation.

David Heuvs

2019-11-24

In furtherance to your query, kindly be informed that the bank has filed a criminal case for dishonored cheque and the court may invariably pass a judgment for either imprisonment or fine. It is advised to arrange a consultation meeting with one of our legal consultants to discuss it in detail.

Please feel free to contact us if you wish to schedule a meeting with one of our lawyers and I would be happy to arrange it for you. Dr. Hassan Elhais

hi sir wht about bounced cheques in sharjah and other estates if the amount is less then 100000 dhms kindly inform

ahsan jamil

2019-10-26

In furtherance to your question asked, please note that it is more likely that the court will order only fine and no imprisonment. For more information you may visit our office for a consultation meeting with our lawyers for evaluating your matter.

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Sir I had one case it happened 2013 cheque bounced punished and fined after that again opposite person went for again appeal then judge given paper should be pay this amount 77000 but already punished and cannot warrant again.nearly six years and how to remove travel ban please advise me With Regards

Amar

2019-10-20

Please be informed that the act of writing a cheque, which would eventually be dishonored is considered a crime. If the criminal case is registered within the Emirate of Dubai, the Prosecution may pass a decision to punish the accused with a fine should the amount of the dishonored cheque not exceed AED200,000/-

Moreover, the opposite party may still file a civil case to claim the outstanding amount. Failure to pay outstanding liabilities can, among others, result in travel restrictions by the court. We understand you are also concerned about limitation laws with regard to proceeding with such matters. Therefore, it is advisable to may avail the services of a lawyer to handle your matter.

If you would like to discuss further about your matter, please feel free to meet with us in our office so that we can guide you on your legal position and the way forward.

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Hello, I had given my 2 personal cheques of 19000 aed to register a company in dubai, out of which one is cleared and 2nd one is bounced due to a conflict between me and my partner, now there is a cheque bounce case on me, I wanted to know what is the consequences of this cheque bounce case and if there would be a travel ban on me.. Thank you in advance Suhail

Suhail ali

2019-10-17

Please be informed that the act of writing a cheque, which would eventually be dishonored is considered a crime. If the criminal case is registered within the Emirate of Dubai, the Prosecution may pass a decision to punish the accused with a fine should the amount of the dishonored cheque not exceed AED200,000/-

Moreover, the opposite party may still file a civil case to claim the outstanding amount. Failure to pay outstanding liabilities can, among others, result in travel restrictions by the court. Accordingly, you may avail the services of a lawyer to handle your matter.

If you would like to discuss further about your matter, please feel free to meet with us in our office so that we can guide you on your legal position and the way forward.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us Dr. Hassan Elhais

Dear Sir/Mam, My name is Anusuya-Indian. I had borrowed AED.115000 from ADCB on 2017 and repaid till Feb-2019. Now total outstanding balance is AED.83000. When I checked in the Dubai police website it is showing a criminal case of cheque bounced case against my name with the total amount of AED.1115000. Reason for non-payment is I lost my job and company due to the company downsizing, still no job. As I stay with my family here without job, I am unable to repay my loan, till I get a new job. I found in Dubai police gov website as there is a complaint raised for cheque bounce case amount:aed.115000,and travel ban. I need to travel by 20th Oct to India. Request your advice on the above query. Can i go directly to the police station and pay the fine, I am little worried if they will put me behind the bars. Regards, Anusuya

Anusuya Anusuya

2019-10-13

Please be informed that the act of writing a cheque, which would eventually be dishonored is considered a crime. If the criminal case is registered within the Emirate of Dubai, the Prosecution may pass a decision to punish the accused with a fine should the amount of the dishonored cheque not exceed AED200,000/-

Moreover, the opposite party may still file a civil case to claim the outstanding amount. We understand that since it was a cheque pursuant to a personal loan, the bank may register a civil case to claim the outstanding amount per the contract. Accordingly, you may avail the services of a lawyer to handle your matter.

If you would like to discuss further about your matter, please feel free to meet with us in our office so that we can guide you on your legal position and the way forward. Dr. Hassan Elhais

Good day, I have a case with the real estate company I lost my job and was not able to pay the rent chÃ¨ques they make a case in rental despute and i recieved am email from rental despute authority stating that I have to pay the rent amount Cheque plus two month notice plus the charges , is there anything I can do ? Is paying a fine will get me out of this ..please need your advice .thankyou .

Karim Mahmoud

2019-10-08

Please be informed that the act of writing a cheque, which would eventually be dishonored is considered a crime. If the criminal case is registered within the Emirate of Dubai, the Prosecution may pass a decision to punish the accused with a fine should the amount of the dishonored cheque not exceed AED200,000/-

Moreover, the opposite party may still file a civil case to claim the outstanding amount. We understand that since it was a cheque pursuant to a tenancy contract, a case with the rental dispute center has been registered to claim the outstanding amount per the contract. Accordingly, you may avail the services of a lawyer to handle your matter.

If you would like to discuss further about your matter, please feel free to meet with us in our office so that we can guide you on your legal position and the way forward.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us Dr. Hassan Elhais

hi sir, i would like to know that i have given aed 179000 to my friend for bussines purpose and he given me five different date cheque 1st 10/11/2018 (50000)-2nd 10/5/2019(35000)-3rd 25/8/2019(49500)-4th 25/12/2019(34500) and 5 no date(10000) as he promised he will pay thats why i didnt deposit the cheque but i deposited one cheque date of 25/8/2019 amount of 49500 and its got bounced due to insufficient fund in his account now he is making the exusess only.if i will wait and trust him cheque date will be expire .please guide me and suggest me the best option to take action against him. im waiting for your valuable suggestion.im here in abu dhabi he is also in abu dhabi.

zakir husain

2019-09-16

Please be informed that the act of writing a cheque, which would eventually be dishonored is considered a crime. If the criminal case is registered within the Emirate of Dubai, the Prosecution may pass a decision to punish the accused with a fine should the amount of the dishonored cheque not exceed AED200,000/- We understand that both you and the opposite party are in Abu Dhabi, the Prosecution may decide on whether to fine the opposite party and/or refer the matter to the criminal court.

After the criminal case, you may file a civil case to recover the amount. If would like to avail the services of a lawyer to handle your matter and provide you with further assistance, please do not hesitate to meet with us in our office for a detailed discussion. We are pleased to render our services to you.

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Hi, My friend has two bounced cheque cases. He is an travel agent. First case was made due to miscommitment from hotel on the rooms rates he gave the quotation and his client paid him according to that but on the last stage hotel denies to give that rates My friend trapped because the booking was cofirned for the group . Then the hotel told that the leftover amount you could pay later . My friend already was in loss . Around 50000 Ard amount they were claiming which was wrong any way he paid arround 40,000 in installments now my friend has no income to pay further . I want to mention here that they have the company security cheque of 50,000 . My friend gave the real amount cheque again of around 45,000 Aed because they they told to give fresh cheque again we will return your previous but they never returned & make the case on both means 95,000 Aed . But tgey were saying that give the actual amount which was left we lift the case His second case was for last year New year nights rooms he hold 40 rooms for 3 New year night and gave 21000 Aed advance for first night . But unfortunately his group didnâ€™t got visa and the rooms he didnâ€™t use nor the Gala dinner . According to the hotel employee rooms were full they didnâ€™t went through any loss but now they are claiming 98,000 Aed amount . Please help him to guide . In both cases he is only bad luck he has not done any thing intentionally. Thanks

Samreen

2019-09-11

Please be informed that the act of writing a cheque, which would eventually be dishonored is considered a crime. If the criminal case is registered within the Emirate of Dubai, the Prosecution may pass a decision to punish the accused with a fine should the amount of the dishonored cheque not exceed AED200,000/-

Please note that after the criminal conviction, a civil case to claim the outstanding money can also be filed. We completely understand your concerns, particularly the issues that you have raised. Therefore, if would like to avail the services of a lawyer to handle your matter and provide you with further assistance and submit your defense, please do not hesitate to meet with us in our office for a detailed discussion. We are pleased to render our services to you.

Should you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. Dr. Hassan Elhais

Hi Sir, We have rented an appartment and had given 12 cheques The appartment did not have DEWA connection initially so we did not require an ejari. Now they have implemented DEWA connection so when we tried to get the ejari, on the contract it is signed by the owners husband. We donot have the power of attorney copy. We tried reaching the owners husband, his driver and the brocker no is answering the phone calls. But every month owner is withdrawing the money. Please let us know what needs to be done.

Naveen

2019-09-01

In furtherance to your inquiry, we suggest you to approach Rental Dispute Committee in RERA to discuss the issue with the concerned authority. Alternatively, you may visit our office for a consultation meeting with our legal consultants. Dr. Hassan Elhais

I want to ask about my friend.shes was about to travel back my country for vacation,then they stop her to airport because she have to pay her credit card cost 12 000 aed ,and try found also they she issued a bounce cheque 20 000 derham, what will happen o her after?? Shes now at the police station.she can still travel or not? Thanks for the response

Angela tabuso

2019-08-31

In furtherance to your query, kindly note that at present she has a criminal case against her for cheque bounce and until the case is resolved she is restricted to travel outside the country. Further, considering the amount of cheque, the court may impose fine for issuing a cheque in bad faith and upon remitting the fine, she will be released from the criminal charges.

We further recommend you to visit our office for consultation meeting to seek further information. Dr. Hassan Elhais

Hi, I have 3 cases registered against me in Bur Dubai police station for chq bounce. One of the cheques amount 144K, another one is 79K, and the last one is 43K. now i understand that for any cheque amount less than 200k it is a fine payment. However, in my case, will they treat each cheque separately and i will pay a fine for each cheque? or will they add all the cheques amounts and see its over 200k and detain me? Each of the cheques is for a different supplier they are registered separate cases. Please advise

Imad

2019-08-03

Since the complainant is different and each cheque is pursuant to an altogether different matter, there should be a separate case registered by each complainant. Accordingly, since there are separate cases and each cheque is for a different case, the cheque may not be clubbed. Notwithstanding, the suppliers have the right to pursue civil proceedings.

Should you have further questions, please feel free to meet with us in our office for a consultation. Dr. Hassan Elhais

My 3 chek bounced in ajman total amount 23000 wath is salutation.

Ali

2019-07-30

Please be informed that the act of writing a cheque, which would eventually be dishonored is considered a crime. Since the total amount of the three cheques is only AED23,000/- it will be up to the discretion of the Prosecution in Ajman to decide on whether or not there will be only a fine as a punishment.

Should you need any further information, please do not hesitate to meet with us in our office for a detailed consultation. Dr. Hassan Elhais

Hi sir my friend had bought a flat and she had to give four Cheques to the building owner. Since she didnâ€™t have a Cheque book she asked me to give the cheque in my name. I gave my cheque book with the amount and my signature and everything and now Iâ€™m afraid if the cheque bounces do I get any harm?? If yes than give me some suggestion what can I do??

Tarpana lama

2019-07-23

Hi Dr. Can you please give some advice regarding my situation ? I worked in Dubai last year for about 6 months until my father get in coma, after that i go back to Mexico . My father passed way one day after I arrived, I had to pay the funeral expenses, I get into depression and also I need to take care of my mom so donâ€™t return to Dubai. I had 3 credit cards with different banks ENBD, Rakbank and Najm also I had mobile phone line with DU and Etisalat. Najm now due about Aed 8000, ENBD now due 34000 â€œcheck already bounce for Aed 26000 Rakbank Aed 11000, plus mobile phone bill Iâ€™m not sure how much now. Iâ€™m not paying my dues about 1 year now, I have been unemployed since I came back to Mexico. I get emails from Tahseel, Stanquad, and from ENBD collectors saying if I donâ€™t pay they will send me to Jail by issuing a red notice. Sir Iâ€™m not a criminal I never had problems with justice. Please help me

Luisa Alvarez

2019-07-19

I completely understand your situation about your outstanding liability to several creditors. Your creditors may have a choice to pursue criminal and/or civil action against you in order to recover your outstanding amount depending on whether or not they have any bounced cheque from you. However, please note that you may contact your creditors to pursue an amicable out of court settlement.

Should you have any further question, please do not hesitate to contact us. Dr. Hassan Elhais

I took sme loan 129000/ I had paid 102000/ in between 2 installments missed not continues but I am paying continuously same time finance company voiced my Cheque and police caught when I am traveling and paid fine. Is this case is over .Highly appreciate you can reply to me please.

Ramachandran

2019-07-08

In furtherance to your query, kindly be informed that if you have paid the fine, the case may have been closed if the cheques amount was less than AED 200,000.

Please don't hesitate to contact us if you wish to have a meeting appointment with one of our lawyers to discuss further. Dr. Hassan Elhais

I have a bounced cheque case of my personal loan aed175,000/- out of which i had already paid aed 80,000/-. Shall I go to the police station directly or have to go through only a legal person. Is any jail punishment is there? May I know the proceedure in the police station. Kind Regards, Aravind

ARAVIND

2019-07-01

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We are extremely happy to note that you won all three cases which we entrusted to you. Your superb handling ensured the result in our favour. We very much appreciate this and feel grateful to you. You not only won the cases, but managed to get the judgement executed without much delay..View testimonial

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Dr. Hassan Elhais is among the best legal consultants I have ever worked with. He has an amazing ability to reduce complex issues into a simple concept that non-legal people can understand. He consistently develops innovative litigation strategies that help us to achieve our ultimate legal goals.

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Dr. Hassan Elhais never fears cases that involve exposure and he always gives me his honest assessment of our chances of success, which is invaluable to me.

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Dr. Hassan Elhais is a responsible, reputable counsel who operates to high levels of service.

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Dr Hassan Elhais is responsive, thorough and creative with his advice, and is a valued advisor and legal consultant.

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Knowing Dr. Hassan for years now, I can say confidently he is the most trustworthy person I ever met, not only because he is very knowledgeable, smart and has a very high acumen, but also he is very dedicated and buying his clients and interest first..View testimonial

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I have had nothing but exceptional work from Dr. Hassan, all my family and business related legal work goes to him. Having been in and out of Dubai since 2004 and having wasted money on bad legal advice elsewhere, I feel VERY qualified to say that he is absolutely the best in the UAE. Thank you Hassan.

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