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Alimony Divorce Jurisdiction

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal...

Divorce And Dirhams - The Legal Framework of Alimony under Abu Dhabi Law

In a recent development, a woman filed an application for a landmark divorce settlement of AED 1 billion, before the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court. This follows after the same court awarded an American woman in the UAE more...more

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Florida Appeals Court Decisions Week of July 7 - 11, 2025

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U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - Heid v. Rutkoski - § 1983, qualified immunity - Nalco v. Bonday - arbitration, vacatur - Sunshine State v. US CIS - immigration, EB-5, annual fee, retroactivity ...more

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal...

‘Break Up’ To ‘Pay Up’

The UAE law states that after a divorce, the father is obligated to provide child support for his children, under both Muslim law and non-Muslim law. Similarly, the husband may be ordered by the court to make payments to the...more

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We Are Going to Trial! How Your Divorce Lawyer Will Prepare You for Court.

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Going to court can be a stressful and emotionally charged experience. Your divorce lawyer will play an important role in preparing you for court, ensuring that you understand the legal proceedings, and helping you present...more

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Expat Divorce in Abu Dhabi: Jurisdiction and Asset Division by the Family Court

Introduction: For expatriates living in the UAE, divorce might be a complicated process and deal with emotions. Abu Dhabi has been taking steps to address the unique challenges that expatriates face with its Law No. 14/2021...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

How Can Collaborative Law Help Me? Answering Common Questions.

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It’s a common scenario: You don’t want a court to determine your family’s affairs, but you do want a structure in place to ensure you (and your children) get a fair outcome....more

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