Meeting personal and family needs

The client requested assistance with registering a will through the DIFC Courts to structure the distribution of assets located in the UAE.

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We prepared a will that clearly outlined the distribution of assets, appointed an executor and witnesses, and included contingency instructions for unforeseen circumstances. Registration via the DIFC Courts allowed the use of English common law and enabled more flexible estate planning mechanisms.

The client received a legally robust document ensuring that their wishes will be respected and assets transferred without disputes. This case highlights the advantages of choosing DIFC jurisdiction for inheritance planning, especially where predictable legal protection and procedural transparency are critical.

As part of the group’s market entry into the UAE, the partners required estate planning for a package of shares held in ADGM. The key goal was to ensure a transparent transfer of corporate rights and compliance with partnership agreements in case of unforeseen circumstances.

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We prepared a will that formalized the agreed succession plan for the shares. The document was executed through the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department in both English and Arabic, included the appointment of an executor, and specified the order of transfer should the primary beneficiaries be unable to inherit.

The partners obtained a legally binding mechanism eliminating uncertainty around the transfer of corporate rights. The solution protected beneficiaries’ interests, ensured uninterrupted business operations, and reduced legal and operational risks. This case demonstrates that estate planning is a vital element of corporate structuring and business continuity in the UAE.

A client who owned property in Dubai requested support with drafting a will through Dubai Courts to prevent the application of default inheritance rules.

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We prepared the will in both English and Arabic, identified the heirs, appointed an executor, and included fallback provisions should the primary beneficiaries be unable to inherit. The will was notarized through Dubai Courts.

Registering the will in Dubai Courts allowed the client to secure the desired inheritance structure, safeguard their family’s interests, and simplify the transfer of ownership rights — even with a limited pool of heirs and assets.