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Criminal Law & Litigation
Corporate Tax & DIFC/ADGM
Real Estate, Construction & Maritime
Arbitration · Banking · Islamic Finance

About the Firm

A legacy of legal excellence in the UAE

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

1000+

Cases Resolved

20

Practice Areas

Dubai Courts

First Instance · Appeal · Cassation

DIFC Courts

Common Law Jurisdiction

ADGM Courts

Abu Dhabi Common Law

Federal Supreme Court

Highest Appellate Authority

DIAC ArbitrationICCLCIAMOHRERERASCACBUAEFTA

Leadership

Founding Partners

Bader Al Gurg

Bader Al Gurg

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.

Ahmed Saif Bin Majid Al Matrooshi

Ahmed Saif Bin Majid Al Matrooshi

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.

Navigating UAE Law

Three Legal Systems, One Firm

The UAE operates a unique tri-jurisdictional framework. We are licensed and experienced across all three — ensuring seamless representation regardless of where your matter arises.

UAE Mainland Courts

المحاكم الاتحادية والمحلية

Civil Law (Codified)Arabic proceedings

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

DIFC Courts

محاكم مركز دبي المالي العالمي

Common Law (English)English proceedings

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

ADGM Courts

محاكم سوق أبوظبي العالمي

Common Law (English)English proceedings

Abu Dhabi's international financial free zone with its own common-law courts and regulatory framework. Default seat for arbitrateAD arbitrations since February 2024.

Key Bodies

Court of First Instance

Court of Appeal

arbitrateAD (default seat)

What We Do

Practice Areas

Criminal Law

Over 30 years of specialized experience handling criminal cases at all UAE court levels.

Civil Litigation

Representation before First Instance, Court of Appeal, and Federal Supreme Court.

Real Estate & Property

Property transactions, development, financing, leasing, and RERA matters.

Commercial & Corporate

Company formation, M&A, joint ventures, commercial contracts, governance.

Banking & Islamic Finance

Facility agreements, Islamic banking structuring, regulatory advisory.

Arbitration

DIAC, ICC, LCIA, and ad-hoc arbitration. Award enforcement and annulment.

Employment & Labour

Employment contracts, terminations, MOHRE disputes, and DIFC employment matters.

Family & Personal Status

Marriage, divorce, custody, inheritance under UAE Personal Status Law and Sharia.

Immigration

Visas, residency, citizenship, and immigration disputes.

Intellectual Property

Trademark drafting, registration, copyrights, and IP enforcement.

Insurance Law

Insurance claims, policy disputes, and subrogation.

Debt Recovery

Execution proceedings, asset tracing, and judgment enforcement.

Corporate Tax & VAT

Compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on corporate tax. VAT registration, audits, transfer pricing, and FTA disputes.

DIFC & ADGM Advisory

Entity formation, licensing, and regulatory compliance within Dubai International Financial Centre and Abu Dhabi Global Market common-law jurisdictions.

Construction & Infrastructure

FIDIC contracts, delay claims, decennial liability under UAE Civil Code, payment disputes, and project finance advisory.

Maritime & Shipping

Vessel arrests, cargo claims, bills of lading disputes, ship finance, and admiralty proceedings under UAE Maritime Code.

Data Protection & Cybersecurity

Compliance with UAE Personal Data Protection Law (FDL No. 45/2021), DIFC Data Protection Law, and ADGM data regulations.

Competition & Antitrust

Merger control filings, abuse of dominance, cartel investigations, and compliance under Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023.

Private Wealth & Succession

Family office structuring, DIFC wills, succession planning, trust formation, and high-net-worth estate administration.

Energy & Renewables

Oil & gas contracts, power purchase agreements, renewable energy projects, ADNOC partnerships, and ESG regulatory advisory.

Sector Expertise

Industries We Serve

Deep domain knowledge across the sectors that drive the UAE economy.

Financial Services

Banks, insurance, fintech, and investment funds across mainland, DIFC, and ADGM.

Real Estate & Construction

Developers, contractors, REITs, and property investors in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Energy & Natural Resources

Oil & gas operators, renewable energy developers, and mining companies.

Technology & Digital

SaaS, e-commerce, blockchain, AI startups, and VARA-regulated entities.

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, medical devices, and DHA/HAAD licensing.

Hospitality & Tourism

Hotels, F&B, entertainment, and DTCM-regulated tourism operators.

Transport & Logistics

Shipping lines, freight forwarders, airlines, and free zone logistics hubs.

Retail & Consumer

Franchise agreements, agency law, consumer protection, and e-commerce regulation.

Legal Intelligence

Latest Insights

Corporate Tax

Federal Decree-Law No. 47: What Every UAE Business Must Know

March 2024

DIFC

Landmark Whistleblower Protection Ruling — Impact on Employers

February 2024

Real Estate

RERA Off-Plan Escrow Requirements: 2024 Developer Compliance Guide

January 2024

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24th Floor, Burjuman Business Tower

Dubai, United Arab Emirates