Personal Status Law

Our team of highly skilled and experienced personal status lawyers in the UAE is dedicated to providing excellent legal services to our clients. We understand that family law matters can be emotionally charged and complex, which is why we approach each case with sensitivity and professionalism. Our goal is to help our clients achieve the best possible outcome for their situation, whether it involves divorce, child custody, domestic violence, adoption, guardianship, or name changes.

We also have a solid understanding of the cultural and religious considerations that may impact family law cases in the UAE. This allows us to provide tailored and culturally sensitive solutions for our clients.

Pursuant to Article 146 of the Personal Status Law, custody of young children is granted to the mother. Unless otherwise directed by the court, it is anticipated that custody will transition from the mother to the father upon the child reaching 11 years of age for a boy and 13 years of age for a girl.

Federal Law No. 28 of 2005, also known as the Personal Status Law, regulates various personal matters, including marriage, divorce, fostering, capacity (the ability to enter contracts except when restricted by law), tutelage, guardianship, testaments (wills), and succession and inheritance.

Article 154 of the Personal Status Law addresses the visitation rights of a noncustodial parent with their children. The custodian and noncustodial parent must agree on the visitation details, including the venue, time, and the person responsible for transporting the children. In case of disagreement, the judge steps in to resolve conflicts.

Furthermore, the custodian is prohibited from relocating with the children to a different city within the state if such a move negatively impacts the children’s education, inconveniences the other parent, or increases visitation-related expenses. Such actions jeopardize the custodial arrangement and may result in losing custody of the children.