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Dr. Hassan Elhais, One of the Best Legal Consultant in Dubai, UAE

Dr. Hassan Elhais — Legal Consultant in Dubai, UAE

21 years of UAE legal practice across family law, criminal defense, construction, maritime, banking, corporate, civil, inheritance, and arbitration matters.

Dr. Hassan Elhais is a licensed legal consultant in Dubai advising individuals, families, and businesses on the full range of UAE law. He advises UAE nationals, expatriates, and international parties on disputes, regulatory matters, and litigation across Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, and has provided expert legal opinion to foreign courts on UAE law in cross-jurisdictional cases.

Dr. Elhais is proud to be a part of a team at Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants (since February 2026).

Dr. Hassan Elhais, along with the team of legal consultants and prominent local lawyers across the UAE, has made a name for himself as a renowned specialist in the fields of civil law, corporate law, construction law, maritime law, banking law, criminal law, family law, inheritance law, and arbitration.

Dr. Elhais is proud to be a part of a team at Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants (since February 2026). The esteemed firm is headquartered in Dubai with a branch office in Abu Dhabi. The firm’s strategic locations enable its team to provide robust and careful legal advice to clients and partners in the United Arab Emirates. They maintain the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion. Dr. Elhais’s and their team of local legal advocates at Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants provide a consistently high standard of service in Dubai and Abu Dhabi – providing genuinely adept legal advice across the UAE and internationally.

Dr. Elhais has won awards and accolades naming him the Legal Consultant of the Year 2026 by Leaders in Law.

Dr. Hassan Elhais is the elected co-chair of the “Relocation of Children Committee” of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL). IAFL is a worldwide association of practising lawyers who are recognised by their peers as the most experienced and skilled family law specialists in their respective countries.

After qualifying as a lawyer by profession, and after years of successful practice within the field of criminal and public law, Dr. Elhais moved to Dubai in 2006, where he has continued to build his business as a legal advisor. Dr. Elhais has made it his goal to make Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants one of the best law firms in the UAE. Working exclusively with Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants. He has a strong ethical stance with regards to the place of the law firm, from clarity on the legal processes through to the fee system.

Specialising in the drafting of all statements of claim, memoranda and consultations on litigation of all manner, Dr. Elhais has worked his way through the ranks of Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants since joining as a legal advisor.

He has drafted and supervised the drafting of many cases across all areas of law over the past decade.

Dr. Elhais has also been an invited speaker at various international conferences in France, Germany, Japan, South Africa, Denmark, the Czech Republic, Italy, London and Hong Kong, among others, to speak on legal issues involving real estate, family law, business administration and other professional matters. See the gallery.

He has also completed a training course with the Law Society of England and Wales.

Dr. Elhais obtained a diploma in private law, which covered training in shariah law, philosophy of laws, litigation law, commercial law and civil law. In 2015, Dr. Elhais obtained a Master’s Degree in Law, followed by a PhD in Law in 2019.

As one of the leading voices in the UAE legal industry, Dr. Hassan Elhais’ comments have been sought by local and international media outlets on legal developments within the UAE. Some of the local media where he is often published include The National, Khaleej Times, and Gulf News. He is known for his valuable insight into local laws and is frequently sought by regional and international media for commentary on UAE legislation.

Globally, international media such as the Associated Press, Bloomberg, and US News have approached Dr. Elhais to comment on legal developments in the UAE, including criminal law, family law, civil and commercial law, and more recently, the enforcement of foreign judgments, particularly English court orders.

With his strong grasp of the UAE legal system and a long track record of professional achievement, Dr. Elhais is renowned for his expert legal knowledge, particularly in complex and high-stakes situations.

Dr. Elhais has won numerous awards and accolades, which stand as a testament to his continued pursuit of excellence in the legal field.

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Areas of Expertise

Family Law

With the team of dependent Family Lawyers in Dubai will provide you strategies that would be beneficial in your cause.

Criminal Law

UAE criminal law contains many provisions derived from Islamic Shariah law that requires specific knowledge and understanding.

Arbitration

A form of alternative dispute resolution outside the court process. The parties to a dispute refer it to arbitration and agree to be bound by the arbitration decision.

Construction Law

Drafting complex agreements, memorandums of understanding, and subcontracting agreements are just some of his skills in this field.

Banking Law

Dr. Elhais has advised large international banks including Emirates NBD and Dubai Islamic Bank on commercial matters within the UAE.

Civil Law

With strength in complex, multi-jurisdictional cases, Dr. Elhais is an excellent practitioner, distinguished by his breadth of expertise across all aspects of civil law.

Inheritance Law

Drafting complex legal wills and guardianship custody agreements is just one of his unparalleled skills in inheritance law.

Company Incorporation

Dr. Elhais is adept at handling company registration, assisting with company set-ups for foreigners and contract execution matters.

Maritime Law

Dr. Elhais has advised many clients in maritime disputes, including in arrest and seizure of vessels, maritime pollution, and maritime insurance.

Sports Law

Our team of qualified lawyers and legal consultants provides effective legal services related to sports law in the UAE, including individual athletes, local companies, and sports organizations.

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You can ask questions about a legal matters and drafting of all statements of claim, memos and consultation on litigation of all manner.


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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
Yes, we 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.
Dr. Hassan Elhais is a prominent legal consultant in the UAE with more than 21 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.
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.
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.
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.
Yes, our team 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.
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.
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.
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.
Yes, Dr. Hassan Elhais 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.
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.
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