Divorce in Dubai, handled with clarity and care.
Whether you're considering divorce or your spouse has already filed — our family law consultants guide expats and UAE nationals through every step, protecting your children, your finances, and your privacy.
- Confidential first consultation — no pressure, no judgment
- Experienced with both expat and UAE national divorce
- Guidance on children, finances, and property
This is one of the hardest things you'll go through. Let's make it clearer.
Divorce in Dubai raises difficult questions — about your children, your home, your finances, and for expats, even which country's law applies to you.
From your first call, we listen in confidence, explain your options in plain language, and arrange a consultation with our senior family law consultant. If your divorce proceeds to court, our partner firm's licensed advocates handle the pleadings and represent you before the Dubai family courts.
What you can expect
- A clear understanding of your options from the first conversation
- Guidance on which law applies to your marriage
- Your children's wellbeing treated as the priority
- Clear advice on finances, property, and maintenance
- Complete discretion — in Arabic & English
Situations we handle every week
Considering divorce
You haven't decided yet and want to understand your position.
We explain your options privately
Served with divorce papers
Your spouse filed first and you need to respond properly.
We protect your position quickly
Child custody concern
You're worried about access to and care of your children.
We pursue arrangements that protect them
Expat — which law applies?
Many expats can apply their home-country law in the UAE.
We clarify what applies to you
Financial settlement
Concerns over the marital home, savings, or business assets.
We work to protect your interests
UAE national divorce
Divorce under UAE personal status law.
We guide you through the process
Separation & maintenance
Support arrangements during or after separation.
We help establish fair terms
Privacy is your priority
You need this handled without anyone finding out.
Complete confidentiality, always
Every case is different. We provide guidance specific to your circumstances. Client identities are always withheld.
Meet your consultant
Mahmoud Al Arabi
Managing Partner · Senior Family Law Consultant
For 5 years, Mahmoud has guided families through divorce and custody matters in Dubai — for expats and nationals alike — always with discretion and care. He understands that behind every case is a family, and handles each one personally.
“Every family deserves to be guided through this with dignity — and complete privacy.”
Our Legal Partnership
For clients who need court representation, 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 family lawyers handle court pleadings, filings, and official representation before the Dubai family courts.
You get complete coverage: consultancy support at every step, and licensed advocates representing you in court.
- Licensed UAE family lawyers for all court representation
- Consultancy support from first contact through final hearing
- One team, one point of contact — no handoffs, no gaps
Reach out in confidence — here's what happens
Most clients reach us on WhatsApp. Here's what happens next.
Reach out
Call or WhatsApp us and tell us your situation, in Arabic or English. Nothing is shared.
We guide you
We reply discreetly, explain your options, and answer your immediate questions.
Meet your consultant
We arrange your consultation with Mahmoud — by call, video, or privately at our Dubai office.
Common questions
Do I need legal support for divorce in Dubai?
For most contested divorces, yes. Our consultancy manages your case, explains your options, and supports you from the first call, while our partner firm's licensed advocates handle the court filings and represent you before the Dubai family courts.
How do I choose the right legal support in Dubai?
Look for experience with both expat and UAE national divorce, clear communication, and complete discretion. Our consultants coordinate your case in Arabic and English and bring in our partner firm's licensed advocates for court representation.
Can expats get divorced in Dubai?
Yes. Expats can divorce in the UAE, and in many cases can choose to apply their home-country law. We explain exactly what applies to your situation in a confidential consultation.
Can I get help with child custody?
Yes. Our consultancy helps you pursue arrangements that protect your children and your relationship with them, and our partner firm's licensed advocates present your custody case in court where a hearing is needed. Custody is decided on the children's best interests.
How much does a divorce consultation cost?
We'll explain the process and costs clearly during your consultation, before any commitment. Flexible payment arrangements are available.
Will my divorce be kept private?
Absolutely. Every matter is handled with complete discretion. Your details are never shared.
How long does divorce take in the UAE?
It varies by case and whether both parties agree. We'll give you a realistic timeline for your specific situation during your consultation.
What if my spouse and I both agree?
An uncontested divorce is usually faster and less costly. We'll guide you through the smoothest route available.
You don't have to figure this out alone.
A confidential conversation costs you nothing and gives you clarity on where you stand. Reach out whenever you're ready — we're here.
Request a callback
We'll call you back, in confidence.