Fraud, Cybercrime, or Crypto Scam in Dubai? We Handle It Fast.
Whether you're a victim of financial fraud, online scams, or a crypto investment scam, or you're facing a fraud-related accusation yourself, our criminal lawyer Dubai team responds within 30 minutes.
- Response in under 30 minutes — day or night
- We attend every police station visit with you
- 100% confidential — arrange your consultation today
Types of Cases We Handle
Whether you're a victim of financial fraud, online scams, or a crypto investment scam, or you're facing a fraud-related accusation yourself, our criminal lawyer Dubai team handles every stage — from filing the complaint through to court.
Common case types we handle
- Financial fraud and breach of trust
- Online scams and phishing
- Cybercrime complaints (defamation, hacking, unauthorized account access)
- Crypto fraud and crypto investment scams (fake trading platforms, unauthorized withdrawals, broker scams)
- Business/commercial fraud
What Happens When You File a Fraud or Cybercrime Complaint in Dubai
Evidence gathering
Screenshots, transaction records, chat logs, and wallet addresses for crypto cases.
Step 1 of 5
Complaint filed
Filed with the police or the Dubai Public Prosecution / cybercrime unit.
Step 2 of 5
Investigation stage
The accused may be summoned.
Step 3 of 5
Case referral
Referred to Public Prosecution if the evidence supports it.
Step 4 of 5
Court proceedings
Court proceedings and, where possible, restitution.
Step 5 of 5
This is a general overview. The exact process and timeline can vary depending on the circumstances of your case.
Meet your consultant
Mahmoud Al Arabi
Managing Partner · Senior Criminal Defense Consultant
For the past five years, Mahmoud has guided clients through the Dubai criminal system — detentions, investigations, and complaints of every kind, including fraud and cybercrime cases — always with discretion and a steady hand. Our team attends police stations and prosecution meetings on your behalf, so you are never alone at the moments that matter most.
“We don't measure our success in billable hours. We measure it in cases won and clients who sleep better at night.”
Why Clients Choose Our Criminal Lawyer Dubai Team
For clients dealing with fraud or cybercrime, Al Arabi Legal Consultancy works in partnership with Naser Abdulla Al Muharrami Advocates & Legal Consultants, a licensed UAE advocate firm.
Our consultancy manages your case strategy, communication, and support from your first call — while our partner's licensed criminal lawyers handle court pleadings, filings, and official representation before the Dubai criminal courts.
- Experience with crypto/investment scam complaints (e.g. unauthorized trades, fake brokers)
- We prepare and file complaints in a way prosecutors can act on quickly
- We work directly with our criminal lawyer Dubai partner network at Naser Abdulla Al Muharrami Advocates & Legal Consultants for court representation
- Confidential handling from your first call
Talk to our team in 3 messages
Most clients reach us on WhatsApp. Here's what happens next.
Reach out
Call or WhatsApp us and tell us what happened — in Arabic or English.
We guide you
We reply quickly, day or night, and explain your immediate next steps in confidence.
Meet your consultant
We arrange your consultation with Mahmoud — by call, video, or in person at our Dubai office.
Common questions
Can I get my money back from a crypto scam in Dubai?
Recovery depends on the case, but filing a formal complaint quickly — with transaction and wallet evidence — gives you the best chance. Our criminal lawyer Dubai team helps prepare this evidence properly.
Is a crypto investment scam treated as a criminal case in the UAE?
Yes, fraudulent crypto or trading schemes can be pursued as criminal fraud cases in Dubai, alongside any available civil recovery route.
Do I need a criminal lawyer in Dubai for an online scam?
Yes. A criminal lawyer Dubai team can help you file the complaint correctly and follow up with the police/prosecution so the case moves forward.
What counts as cybercrime in Dubai?
Cybercrime in the UAE includes hacking, unauthorized account access, online defamation, and digital fraud. Each is prosecuted under UAE cybercrime law.
How fast should I report a fraud or crypto scam in Dubai?
As soon as possible. Evidence like transaction records and communications can be time-sensitive, and early reporting improves the chances of investigation and recovery.