Practice Area
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Expert litigation representation across UAE courts. Fakher & Co handles commercial, employment, real estate, banking, construction, and criminal disputes from trial to enforcement.
Strategic Advocacy Across UAE Courts
Litigation & Dispute Resolution in the UAE
When a dispute threatens your business, your assets, or your reputation, speed and strategy are everything. At Fakher & Co, our litigation and dispute resolution practice is built on one goal: protecting your interests and securing the outcome you need. We represent businesses and individuals across all UAE courts — from urgent precautionary measures to final judgment enforcement — across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and the wider Emirates.
Commercial disputes carry real weight. A breached contract, an unpaid debt, a banking conflict, or an insurance denial can disrupt your operations and damage hard-earned relationships. Our experienced UAE litigators combine deep knowledge of UAE civil, commercial, and procedural law with a results-first approach. From your first call to the final recovery, you have a dedicated legal partner who acts quickly and keeps you informed at every step.
Our Litigation & Dispute Resolution Services
We provide full legal representation across the complete range of commercial and civil disputes in the UAE. Each service is led by lawyers with specialist expertise and a strong record of results across the Emirates.
UAE Courts Litigation Process
The UAE judicial system operates across three tiers — Court of First Instance, Court of Appeal, and Court of Cassation — each with distinct procedural rules and strategic requirements. Our litigation team guides you through every stage with precision.
We handle all aspects of proceedings at each level:
- Case filing, service of notice, and procedural compliance
- Legal memorandums, pleadings, and evidence management
- Court-appointed expert engagement and rebuttal submissions
- Appeal strategy, cassation petitions, and points of law
- Final argument and judgment follow-through
Whether you are commencing a first-instance claim or challenging a judgment at the Court of Cassation, our lawyers bring deep procedural knowledge and courtroom experience to every stage of the UAE courts process.
Urgent & Temporary Measures
In many disputes, waiting months for a full trial is not an option. When a debtor is moving assets, evidence is at risk of destruction, or your passport is being withheld, you need immediate legal intervention. Orders on Petitions provide fast-track court orders — often issued within days and without notifying the opposing party.
We regularly secure urgent measures including:
- Precautionary seizure and freezing of bank accounts, properties, and shares
- Travel bans against debtors or defendants
- Urgent passport release orders
- Court-appointed preservation of evidence and statement of facts
- Appointment of judicial guardians over disputed assets or businesses
Our urgent measures team acts with the speed and precision these situations demand — protecting your position before irreversible harm occurs.
Commercial & Business Disputes
Breached contracts, unpaid invoices, and shareholder conflicts can paralyse a business if not resolved quickly and strategically. Our commercial litigation team represents businesses of all sizes in:
- Breach of contract claims and contractual enforcement
- Shareholder and partnership disputes
- Financial claims and commercial debt recovery
- Business torts, fraud, and unfair competition
- Agency and distribution agreement conflicts
We begin by exploring amicable settlement where possible — preserving business relationships and avoiding unnecessary cost. When negotiation fails, we litigate with full force. Our approach is always guided by your commercial objectives, not just the legal process.
Banking & Financial Disputes
Disputes with banks and financial institutions — over frozen accounts, loan defaults, unfair charges, or dishonoured instruments — require specialist knowledge and assertive representation. Our banking litigation team handles:
- Loan, credit facility, and mortgage disputes
- Frozen bank account challenges and precautionary attachment removal
- Bounced cheque defence and civil claim strategy
- Disputes over letters of credit, letters of guarantee, and financial instruments
- Regulatory complaints to the Central Bank of the UAE
We level the playing field between our clients and large financial institutions — presenting evidence-based cases to negotiate settlements or litigating aggressively when fair resolution is refused.
Insurance Disputes
When an insurer unfairly denies a legitimate claim, delays payment, or offers a settlement far below what you are owed, you have the right to challenge their decision. We represent policyholders across all insurance types:
- Health and medical insurance claim denials
- Property damage claim disputes
- Business interruption insurance claims
- Motor vehicle accident claim rejections
- Professional liability and life insurance disputes
We conduct a forensic review of your policy, build an evidence-based case for the full value of your claim, and pursue resolution through the UAE Insurance Authority or through court proceedings when necessary.
Construction Disputes
Construction projects involve complex contracts, multiple stakeholders, and significant financial exposure. When disputes arise over delays, payments, defects, or contract terminations, specialist legal representation is essential. Our construction disputes team handles:
- Project delay claims and liquidated damages disputes
- Payment recovery for contractors and subcontractors
- Variation and change order conflicts
- Construction defect claims and contractor defence
- Contract termination disputes and performance bond calls
Our lawyers work closely with technical experts, engineers, and quantity surveyors to build fact-based cases. We have deep experience with FIDIC-based contracts adapted for UAE law and represent clients in negotiation, mediation, and full court proceedings.
Intellectual Property Disputes
Your trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets are among your most valuable business assets. When another party infringes on your IP rights, swift and strategic action is critical. We represent rights holders in:
- Trademark infringement claims and cease and desist actions
- Copyright infringement cases involving software, content, and creative works
- Patent dispute and unauthorised use claims
- Trade secret misappropriation and NDA breaches
- Counterfeiting and anti-piracy enforcement actions
We act quickly to stop ongoing infringement, preserve evidence, and seek full compensation for the harm caused to your business and brand.
Debt Recovery
Unpaid debts drain your cash flow and consume resources that should be focused on your business. Our debt recovery team uses a structured, escalating legal approach to maximise your chances of recovery:
- Formal legal notice and demand letters
- Asset investigation and precautionary seizure orders
- Court claims for unpaid invoices, loans, bounced cheques, and contractual debts
- Rental arrears recovery for landlords and property managers
- Full judgment enforcement once a court order is obtained
We move from negotiation to aggressive legal action as the situation demands — always with the goal of turning your outstanding debt into recovered funds as efficiently as possible.
Judgment Execution & Enforcement
Winning a court judgment is only the beginning. If the losing party refuses to pay, you need decisive enforcement action. Our role does not end when the verdict is issued — it ends when the money is in your account. We pursue full enforcement through:
- Opening the execution file immediately upon judgment becoming final
- Asset investigation — bank accounts, properties, vehicles, and company shares
- Court-ordered account seizure and real estate attachment
- Arrest warrant applications for non-compliant debtors
- Travel ban maintenance and new travel ban requests
We are persistent, methodical, and experienced in using the full range of UAE enforcement mechanisms until your judgment is fully satisfied.
Why Choose Fakher & Co for Litigation & Dispute Resolution?
Commercial disputes affect businesses, cash flows, and reputations. Whether you need a commercial litigator in Abu Dhabi, a banking dispute lawyer in Dubai, or expert representation in the UAE courts, Fakher & Co delivers the specialist knowledge and strategic focus your case demands. When you choose Fakher & Co, you choose a legal partner who treats your dispute as seriously as if it were our own.
Fast action when it matters most. Commercial disputes and enforcement deadlines do not wait. We provide same-day consultations, urgent court filings, and precautionary measure applications when your case requires immediate intervention.
Deep knowledge of UAE civil and commercial law. Our litigators know UAE procedural rules, commercial court practice, banking regulations, construction law, and IP enforcement inside out. We give you precise, actionable legal strategy built on real courtroom experience across Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Results-focused, not process-focused. We track every case to its true conclusion — whether that is a negotiated settlement, a court judgment, or full enforcement and recovery. Our clients return to us because we deliver on our promises.
Non-conflict policy. When you hire Fakher & Co, your interests are our only concern. Our firm-wide policy means we will never act for any party whose interests conflict with yours across any litigation or dispute resolution matter.
Proven record across all UAE courts. Since 2011, we have represented businesses and individuals in First Instance, Appeal, and Cassation courts across Abu Dhabi and Dubai, as well as before specialist tribunals and regulatory bodies.
How We Handle Your Dispute
Step 1 — Understand your position. Contact us for a confidential consultation. We analyse the facts, assess the strength of your case, identify your legal options, and give you a frank, realistic evaluation. Everything you share is protected by lawyer-client privilege.
Step 2 — Build your strategy. We prepare a clear written strategy with the recommended course of action, expected timeline, likely outcomes, and a transparent fee estimate. You know exactly what to expect before we begin.
Step 3 — Pursue your outcome. We pursue the best result through negotiation, urgent measures, litigation, or enforcement — whichever path serves your interests. We keep you informed at every step and remain accessible throughout your case.
Protect Your Business Interests Today
Do not face a commercial or civil dispute without specialist legal representation. The earlier you get legal advice, the stronger your position will be. Fakher & Co has been protecting businesses and individuals across the UAE since 2011.
Contact us today for a confidential consultation and take the first step towards resolving your dispute.
Frequently Asked Questions
+How long does a commercial litigation case take in the UAE?
Timeline varies by case complexity and court level. A straightforward commercial claim at the Court of First Instance typically takes six to twelve months. If the case is appealed, add another six to twelve months per level. Urgent precautionary measures — such as asset freezes or travel bans — can be obtained within days. We give every client a realistic timeline assessment at the outset so you can plan accordingly.
+Can I freeze a debtor's assets before I win a court judgment?
Yes. Under UAE law, you can apply for a precautionary seizure order — commonly called a freezing order — before or during litigation. The court can freeze the debtor’s bank accounts, properties, vehicles, and company shares to prevent them from being moved or hidden. This application is often heard by the judge without notifying the opposing party, and orders can be issued within a matter of days. Fakher & Co regularly secures these orders as part of our urgent measures practice.
+What is the difference between litigation and arbitration in the UAE?
Litigation involves filing your dispute before the UAE public courts — the Court of First Instance, Court of Appeal, and Court of Cassation. Arbitration is a private process where disputes are resolved before an independent arbitrator or panel, typically under an arbitration clause in your contract. Arbitration can offer faster resolution and confidentiality but requires prior agreement between the parties. Our team advises on which route is best for your specific dispute and represents you effectively in both.
+I have a court judgment but the other party refuses to pay. What can I do?
Obtaining a judgment is only the first step — enforcement is where the money is actually recovered. Once your judgment is final, we open an execution file with the court and begin asset investigation immediately. UAE courts provide powerful enforcement tools including bank account seizure, real estate attachment, company share seizure, arrest warrants for non-compliant debtors, and travel bans. Fakher & Co pursues full enforcement until the judgment amount is recovered.
+Can Fakher & Co represent me in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai courts?
Yes. Our litigation team is licensed to appear in all UAE courts — First Instance, Appeal, and Cassation — in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai. We also represent clients before specialist bodies including the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) courts, the UAE Insurance Authority, and the Central Bank of the UAE.
+What should I do if I receive a legal claim or court summons?
Act immediately. UAE court deadlines for responding to claims are strict, and missing a hearing or submission deadline can seriously damage your case. Contact Fakher & Co as soon as you receive any legal notice or court summons. We will review the claim, advise you on your position, and take all necessary steps to protect your interests from day one.
Get Expert Legal Representation Today
Commercial and civil disputes in the UAE carry serious financial and operational consequences. Every situation is different and demands personal, specialist legal attention. Whether you need a commercial litigator in Abu Dhabi, a banking dispute lawyer in Dubai, a construction dispute specialist, or expert representation before any UAE court or tribunal, Fakher & Co covers it all.
Fakher & Co Legal Consultancy offers a personal, boutique firm approach backed by over a decade of expertise in UAE civil and commercial litigation. Our transparent fees and non-conflict policy mean you get clear, dedicated, and authoritative legal guidance from your first consultation to your final recovery.
Call us today for a confidential consultation and protect your interests with the legal representation you deserve.
Related Services
- UAE Courts Litigation Process
- Urgent & Temporary Measures
- Commercial & Business Disputes
- Banking & Financial Disputes
- Insurance Disputes
- Construction Disputes
- Intellectual Property Disputes
- Debt Recovery
- Judgment Execution & Enforcement
Why Acting Early Protects Your Position
In litigation and commercial disputes, timing is everything. Here is why early legal action makes a measurable difference.
When a debtor begins moving assets, every day without a freezing order is a day closer to an unenforceable judgment. Our urgent measures team can file for precautionary seizure within hours of instruction — stopping asset dissipation before it happens. The first move matters.
In banking disputes, the terms of your loan or credit facility agreement contain deadlines and notification obligations that, if missed, can waive your rights to challenge. Our lawyers review all financial documents immediately to identify time-sensitive obligations and act before any deadlines pass.
In construction disputes, evidence of defects, delays, and site conditions can deteriorate or be altered quickly. We move fast to secure court-appointed inspections and statements of fact that preserve the evidence your case depends on.
In enforcement matters, debtors who know a judgment is coming will act to protect their assets. Our team opens execution files immediately upon judgment, moves swiftly to identify and seize assets, and applies for travel bans to prevent debtors from leaving the UAE before payment is made.
This is why our Client’s Interest Comes First policy starts from your very first call — not from when you sign an engagement letter. Contact Fakher & Co today.