Clear legal advice across the UAE, Jordan & the GCC.
Speak privately with a licensed advocate about employment, tenancy, family, corporate and court matters in United Arab Emirates — by phone, video or in writing.
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The firm
A practice built on discretion, precision and plain language.
Ask Mohami connects individuals and businesses with advocates and legal consultants who practise across the UAE, Jordan and the GCC. Every matter is handled confidentially, every fee is agreed in advance, and every opinion is written so that you can act on it.
- Confidential
- Privileged, one-to-one consultations
- Fixed fees
- Agreed before work begins
- Bilingual
- Advice in Arabic or English
Meet our lead counsel
Advocate Hamzeh S. Al-Qaisi
Lead Legal Consultant
- Professional membership
- Member, Jordan Bar Association, Register No. 18646
Labour & Employment · Tenancy & Real Estate · Family & Personal Status · Corporate & Commercial · Immigration & Golden Visa · Criminal Defence · Debt, Banking & Insolvency
Practice areas
Where we advise in United Arab Emirates
Labour & Employment
Unpaid salary, end-of-service gratuity, unfair termination, MOHRE complaints and employment contracts.
Tenancy & Real Estate
Rent disputes, eviction notices, deposits, rent increases, Ejari and RDC cases.
Family & Personal Status
Divorce, custody, alimony, marriage contracts, wills and inheritance for Muslims and non-Muslims.
Corporate & Commercial
Company setup, shareholder agreements, MOAs, NDAs, commercial contracts and disputes.
Immigration & Golden Visa
Golden and green visas, residency issues, overstay fines, absconding reports and travel bans.
Criminal Defence
Police complaints, cybercrime, cheque cases, travel bans and defence memoranda.
Debt, Banking & Insolvency
Debt recovery, bounced cheques, bank disputes, settlement plans and insolvency proceedings.
Law Library
Latest legal updates
United Arab Emirates first, ordered by most recent review or change.
- United Arab EmiratesIn force
Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 on Personal Status (in force 15 April 2025)
Covers marriage, divorce, custody and maintenance for Muslims; non-Muslims may have separate civil personal-status rules. Cases usually pass through family guidance before court.
Last reviewed: 20 October 2026
JordanIn force (amended)Labour Law No. 8 of 1996 (as amended)
Covers contracts, wages, leave, termination and end-of-service rights. The Ministry of Labour handles complaints and inspections.
Last reviewed: 20 October 2026
OmanIn forceLabour Law, Royal Decree No. 53/2023
Replaced the previous labour law; covers contracts, wages, leave, Omanisation and end-of-service.
Last reviewed: 20 October 2026
BahrainIn force (amended)Rent Law No. 27 of 2014 (amended by Law No. 10 of 2020)
Leases are registered and disputes heard by the Rent Disputes Settlement Committee.
Last reviewed: 20 October 2026
| Service | Fee (AED) |
|---|---|
Phone consultation Speak directly with a licensed lawyer from anywhere, without visiting an office. | from 500 AED |
Video consultation Face-to-face advice over secure video. Share your screen and documents during the call. | from 500 AED |
Written consultation Send your question and documents; receive a clear written opinion from a lawyer. | from 400 AED |
Legal notice / reply notice A formal notice demanding payment or performance, or a firm reply to one you received. | from 750 AED |
Document review Any contract, agreement or notice reviewed for risks, with clear recommendations. | from 750 AED |
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Why Ask Mohami
The standards of a firm. The accessibility of a consultation.
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Every lawyer’s bar membership or licence is checked before joining.
Advice you can act on
A clear opinion on your position, your options and the likely cost and timeline.
Transparent fees
Published fees in your local currency — no hourly surprises for defined work.
Your file, secured
Documents and messages are kept in a private case room.
How a consultation works
Describe your matter
A short, confidential intake — in Arabic or English.
Choose your lawyer and time
Select by practice area, country and language.
Speak with counsel
Phone, video or written opinion, at an agreed fee.
Receive next steps
A written summary and, if needed, a proposal for representation.
Insights
Legal guides
Debt, Banking & Insolvency
Bounced cheques after the 2022 reform
How holders can recover money and when criminal liability still applies.
Read the guide →
Immigration & Golden Visa
UAE Golden Visa: an overview
Main categories and the documents usually requested.
Read the guide →
Tenancy & Real Estate
Rent increases in Dubai: what tenants should know
The rental index, the 90-day notice rule and how to dispute an increase.
Read the guide →Do I have to go to MOHRE before court?+
For most private-sector labour disputes, yes: a complaint is filed with MOHRE, which attempts settlement before referral to the labour court.
Which personal-status law applies now?+
Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024, in force since 15 April 2025, for Muslims; non-Muslims may opt for civil personal-status rules.
My employer has not paid my salary. What can I do?+
Generally you can file a complaint with MOHRE (or your free-zone authority). MOHRE first tries an amicable settlement; if that fails the matter can be referred to the Labour Court. Keep your contract, payslips and messages. A lawyer can calculate exactly what you are owed.
How is end-of-service gratuity calculated?+
Under the current Labour Law, gratuity is generally based on basic salary: 21 days per year for the first five years and 30 days per year after that, capped at two years of wages. Free zones and special contracts may differ.
Can my landlord increase the rent at any time?+
In Dubai, rent increases are generally limited by the RERA rental index and require at least 90 days notice before renewal. Other emirates have their own rules. Disputes go to the Rental Dispute Centre or the local rent committee.