Strategic
Counsel. Decisive Representation.

 Advocates & Legal Consultants in Dubai serving clients across UAE courts and arbitration forums.

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About

Hamad Saeed Alketbi Advocates is a full service UAE law firm combining deep local expertise with international standards. Our licensed litigators have rights of audience before all levels of court, and our consultants advise businesses, families, and government linked entities on complex legal matters. We deliver solutions that are legally sound, commercially practical, and culturally aware.

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Our Legal Practice Areas

From high stakes disputes to everyday compliance, our team delivers clear strategies and steady representation so you can focus on what matters most

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Active corporate & private clients

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Core practice areas

45+

Cross border matters handled

20

Industries served

Services

our legal practical
area

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Swift, lawful recovery

Debt Collection

We help businesses and individuals recover outstanding debts quickly, lawfully, and cost-effectively. From demand letters and negotiations to litigation and enforcement, we manage every step including cross border claims so you receive what you are owed

02

Litigation (Civil & Criminal)

Strategy. Evidence. Advocacy.

End-to-end representation before UAE Courts of First Instance, Appeal, and Cassation. We handle civil, commercial, and criminal matters with careful preparation, bilingual pleadings, and decisive advocacy

03

Protect and grow

Corporate & Commercial Law

Company formation, regulatory compliance, commercial contracts, joint ventures, and M&A support. We safeguard your position, reduce risk, and enable sustainable growth.

04

Real Estate & Construction

Real Estate & Construction

Counsel for developers, investors, contractors, and tenants. We cover FIDIC claims, delivery/defect issues, lease and SPA disputes, community matters, and regulatory compliance

05

Settle smart. Fight well.

Arbitration & ADR

Representation under DIAC, ADGM, ICC (UAE), and UNCITRAL rules. We prioritize early settlement where possible and deliver focused advocacy when hearings proceed.

06

Discreet and compassionate

Family & Personal Law

Divorce, custody, guardianship, inheritance, wills, and personal status matters handled with cultural sensitivity and strict confidentiality, aligned with UAE law and Sharia principles.

07

Fair, firm, compliant

Labor & Employment Law

For employers and employees: contracts and policies, disciplinary and termination issues, gratuity and benefits, non competes, and dispute resolution

08

Clarity in complexity

Banking & Finance

Advising lenders, borrowers, and investors on loan and security documentation, Islamic finance, restructuring, and recovery actions grounded in regulatory compliance

09

Coverage. Compliance. Claims

Insurance & Medical Liability

Policy interpretation and disputes, negligence and malpractice claims, subrogation, and regulatory advisory for insurers, healthcare providers, and individuals

10

Trade and transport shield

Customs & Maritime Law

Customs enforcement, port and shipping disputes, vessel arrests, charter party and cargo claims, and maritime liability under UAE Federal Law

Hamad Saeed Alketbi Advocates & Legal Consultants

A results-driven UAE firm delivering courtroom advocacy and boardroom clarity on your side from first assessment to final judgment

Services

our legal practical
area

Clear, fast guidance on company setup, contracts, partners’ agreements, and corporate governance built for growth and investor confidence

Early case assessment, settlement strategy, and decisive litigation/arbitration when it counts efficient, evidence-led, and cost-aware.

From off-plan purchases to FIDIC disputes, we protect developers, investors, landlords and tenants across the UAE property cycle

Private, respectful support for life’s most sensitive matters personal status, guardianship, wills and inheritance

Faqs

FAQ ACCORDION

Which courts do you appear before?

Our litigators have rights of audience before UAE Courts of First Instance, Appeal and Cassation, as well as DIFC/ADGM courts and major arbitration centers (DIAC, etc.)

Do you handle matters in Arabic and English?

Yes. We draft and advocate in both languages and routinely manage bilingual evidence and pleadings.

How do you structure fees?

After an initial assessment, we propose a transparent fee model hourly, fixed, stage-based, or hybrid aligned to the complexity and urgency of your matter.

Can you assist urgently (e.g., police, travel bans, cheques)?

We prioritize urgent filings and attendance for criminal complaints, precautionary measures, and travel-ban matters. Call us for immediate support.

What documents should I bring to the first meeting

Bring IDs, contracts, correspondence, and any previous court/arbitration papers. If unsure, share what you have our team will guide you.

Do you advise international clients

Yes. We regularly act for overseas companies and individuals on UAE law, coordinating with foreign counsel when needed.