Must I disclose my foreign accounts in a UAE case?

In family cases full disclosure of assets, including those abroad, may be required; failing to disclose can weaken your position in court.

How do international assets affect divorce and inheritance?

They may be taken into account when assessing financial rights, but dealing with them is often governed by the law of the country where they are held.

Which law applies to my assets in different countries?

It depends on the type of asset, where it is and the parties’ nationalities, so we identify the governing law asset by asset.

Can a UAE judgment be enforced on assets abroad?

This usually needs recognition and enforcement proceedings in the country concerned, and the requirements vary from country to country.

How can I protect my international investments during a family dispute?

Through early planning, proper disclosure and clear agreements, coordinated with advisers in the countries concerned.

International assets

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Specialist legal support in managing and protecting international assets and cross-border financial interests for non-Muslims in the UAE, with regard to both local and international law.

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Full support From trusted international advisers
Asset protection strategies Preserving wealth across borders
Tailored, practical solutions For your family’s finances
International law expertise Across multiple jurisdictions

Overview

International assets include property, accounts, investments and companies outside the UAE that can affect family, inheritance and financial planning matters for non-Muslim residents. Dealing with them requires an understanding of UAE law, the law of the country where they are held, and the procedures for recognising and enforcing judgments. We help you understand the legal effects and find practical ways to protect your assets.

Your international assets reach beyond borders — and deserve wider protection.

Our international assets services

Your assets handled wherever they are, with local advisers where needed.

Assets outside the UAE

Identifying and valuing assets in other countries and their effect on your case
International accounts

Advice on foreign bank accounts, their disclosure and settlement
Foreign investments

International portfolios, funds and companies, protecting the family’s interests
Property abroad

Advice on overseas property and its effect on family and inheritance matters
Cross-border enforcement

Support enforcing judgments and settlements on assets, with the competent authorities

Why us?

Focused experience in non-Muslim family cases
Knowledge of international and multi-jurisdiction law
Practical, tailored solutions that protect your assets
A network of trusted international advisers
Commitment to confidentiality and privacy

How we handle international assets

From gathering information to ongoing review.

1
First consultation

Your situation, goals and the assets concerned
2
Information and analysis

Reviewing records and the applicable laws
3
Strategy

A tailored legal plan to protect the assets
4
Implementation

Working with local advisers where needed
5
Review

Regular checks that protection holds

Practical tools and resources

Frequently asked questions

All questions

In family cases full disclosure of assets, including those abroad, may be required; failing to disclose can weaken your position in court.
They may be taken into account when assessing financial rights, but dealing with them is often governed by the law of the country where they are held.
It depends on the type of asset, where it is and the parties’ nationalities, so we identify the governing law asset by asset.
This usually needs recognition and enforcement proceedings in the country concerned, and the requirements vary from country to country.
Through early planning, proper disclosure and clear agreements, coordinated with advisers in the countries concerned.

International assets

Overview

Our international assets services

Assets outside the UAE

International accounts

Foreign investments

Property abroad

Cross-border enforcement

Why us?

How we handle international assets

First consultation

Information and analysis

Strategy

Implementation

Review