Legal Services

Family & Personal

Sensitive, expert advice on family law and personal legal matters.

Overview

How We Can Help

Family law matters require sensitivity, discretion and expert legal knowledge. Our family and personal practice advises individuals and families on a range of personal legal matters, including family law, succession planning, estate administration and personal legal issues arising in the UAE and Egypt.

Jurisdictions
  • United Arab Emirates
  • DIFC Wills
  • Egypt
  • Cross-Border Family Matters
Who this service is designed for

Focused advice for consequential decisions

  • Individuals and families navigating divorce, custody or family disputes in the UAE or Egypt.
  • Expatriates and residents planning their estate or seeking advice on wills in the UAE.
  • Individuals dealing with succession, inheritance or estate administration matters.
Key issues to address early

Clarity before risk becomes entrenched

  • Understanding which law and jurisdiction applies to your family or succession matter.
  • Ensuring wills and estate plans are properly structured and registered to be effective.
  • Handling sensitive family matters with discretion and a focus on the best achievable outcome.
Detailed Services

What We Do

01

Family Law

Advice on family law matters including divorce, custody, maintenance, matrimonial property and family disputes under UAE and Egyptian law.

02

Wills & Estate Planning

Drafting of wills and advice on estate planning for individuals with assets in the UAE and Egypt, including DIFC Wills and Egyptian succession planning.

03

Estate Administration

Management of estate administration processes in the UAE and Egypt, including probate, asset transfer and distribution to beneficiaries.

04

Prenuptial Agreements

Drafting and advice on prenuptial agreements and marital contracts under applicable law.

05

Guardianship & Custody

Advisory support and coordination on guardianship and custody matters, including cross-border custody disputes involving UAE and Egyptian law.

06

Personal Legal Advisory

General personal legal advisory for individuals on matters including personal contracts, personal liability and other individual legal needs.

Our Approach

How We Work

We handle family and personal matters with the utmost sensitivity and discretion. We understand that these matters are often emotionally charged and we provide clear, compassionate advice while always focusing on achieving the best outcome for our clients.

Regional and cross-border considerations

Family and succession matters in the UAE and Egypt can involve complex questions of applicable law, particularly for expatriates, international families and individuals with connections to both countries. We advise on the options available and the practical implications for each client’s circumstances, without making assumptions about the applicable framework.

FAQ

Common Questions

Discuss your matter in confidence

Speak with FB Legal Group about your family law or personal legal matter.