About the Firm
Founded in 1996, Al Gurg & Al Matrooshi Advocates & Legal Consultants is one of Dubai's most established and respected law firms. For over 30 years, we have provided comprehensive legal services to local and international clients across a wide spectrum of practice areas.
Our team combines deep knowledge of UAE federal and local legislation with an understanding of international best practices. From our offices in Burjuman Business Tower, we serve clients ranging from multinational corporations to government entities and high-net-worth individuals.
30+
Years of Practice
1996
Year Established
Dubai Courts
First Instance · Appeal · Cassation
Federal Supreme Court
Highest Appellate Authority
Leadership

Chairman
بدر القرق
Adv. Al Gurg has over 24 years experience as an Advocate with primary focus of practice in litigation, criminal and rent cases. He is licensed to represent clients in all legal matters before all courts in the UAE, from the First Instance to the Supreme Court. He has obtained many acquittals and produced numerous positive results. He has profound knowledge and specialization in Commercial Litigation, Civil, International Corporate matters and Labor and Employment Laws. He obtained his Law Degree at Dubai Police Academy where he also served as a Police Officer for 12 years. He has received a Seal of Excellence Certificate from the Ambassador of the Russian Federation Consulate in Dubai.

Vice Chairman / General Manager
أحمد سيف بن ماجد المطروشي
Advocate Al Matrooshi is one of the distinguished lawyers in the country, licensed to represent clients in all UAE courts from the First Instance to the Supreme Court. He has more than 20 years of experience with expertise in Litigation, Civil, Criminal, Commercial, Immigration, and Arbitration Laws. He established his own Law Firm in 1996 and named it 'Al Matrooshi Advocates & Legal Consultants', focused on litigation and dispute resolution. Prior to becoming a full-fledged Lawyer, he served with Dubai Police as a Police Officer where he acquired significant skills in Criminal Laws. He is a member of the Arab Lawyers Union, an International diplomatic relations consultant, and an International Arbitration Consultant.
Understanding UAE Law
The UAE operates a unique tri-jurisdictional framework: the mainland civil-law courts, and the DIFC and ADGM common-law free zones. This overview is provided for general orientation. The firm's core practice is litigation before the UAE mainland courts.
المحاكم الاتحادية والمحلية
Federal and local courts across all seven emirates. Three-tier system: First Instance, Court of Appeal, and Court of Cassation. Governed by codified statutes with Sharia as a supplementary source.
Key Bodies
Dubai Courts
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department
Federal Supreme Court
محاكم مركز دبي المالي العالمي
An independent common-law jurisdiction within Dubai. Opt-in for parties with a DIFC nexus. Small Claims Tribunal for disputes under AED 500,000. Internationally recognized judgments.
Key Bodies
Court of First Instance
Court of Appeal
Small Claims Tribunal
محاكم سوق أبوظبي العالمي
Abu Dhabi's international financial free zone with its own common-law courts and regulatory framework. ADGM has been the default seat for arbitrations under the Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (arbitrateAD) rules since February 2024.
Key Bodies
Court of First Instance
Court of Appeal
Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre
What We Do
Company formation, M&A, joint ventures, commercial contracts, governance.
Representation before First Instance, Court of Appeal, and Federal Supreme Court.
Property transactions, development, financing, leasing, and RERA matters.
Employment contracts, terminations, end-of-service entitlements, and labour disputes.
Over 30 years of specialized experience handling criminal cases at all UAE court levels.
Trademark drafting, registration, copyrights, and IP enforcement.
Sector Expertise
Deep domain knowledge across the sectors that drive the UAE economy.
Banks, insurance, fintech, and investment funds across mainland, DIFC, and ADGM.
Developers, contractors, REITs, and property investors in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Oil & gas operators, renewable energy developers, and mining companies.
SaaS, e-commerce, blockchain, AI startups, and VARA-regulated entities.
Hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, medical devices, and DHA/HAAD licensing.
Hotels, F&B, entertainment, and DTCM-regulated tourism operators.
Shipping lines, freight forwarders, airlines, and free zone logistics hubs.
Franchise agreements, agency law, consumer protection, and e-commerce regulation.
Legal Intelligence
Get in Touch
Address
24th Floor, Burjuman Business Tower
Dubai, United Arab Emirates