Domestic violence and protection orders

We support victims and defendants in domestic violence matters with urgent legal protection, careful case handling, and clear guidance through the UAE’s legal system.

Practice Overview

Domestic violence cases require swift and strategic legal action. At Kayrouz & Associates, we provide immediate support for clients facing or accused of abuse within the family or household. We assist in securing protection orders, representing clients in criminal or civil proceedings, and ensuring that safety and justice are prioritised from the start.

Our team handles matters involving physical harm, emotional abuse, coercive control, and threats of violence. We guide victims through reporting procedures and help them obtain restraining or non-molestation orders. For those accused, we work to ensure fair treatment under the law, mounting strong defences and challenging unfounded claims when necessary.

We understand that these situations are sensitive and often involve complex family dynamics. Our lawyers offer both compassion and discretion while staying focused on the legal solutions that best protect our clients’ rights and wellbeing.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Filing and defending against protection orders and restraining orders
  • Advising on the legal implications of domestic abuse allegations
  • Liaising with police, social services, and shelters
  • Representing clients in criminal proceedings involving family violence
  • Providing legal support during child custody or divorce cases linked to abuse
  • Ensuring emergency relief through the courts when necessary
  • Meet Our Team

    Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.

    بيار كيروز

    الرئيس القانوني الأول
    Maria Valeyeva

    ماريا فالييفا

    الرئيس التنفيذي للامتثال
    Georges Touma

    جورج توما

    رئيس قسم التقاضي والمنازعات
    Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi

    حنان أحمد البلوشي

    Practicing Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    لاثامني تشاندراشيكار

    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Arka Navle

    أركا نافلي

    Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen

    ناشيتا نازنين

    Junior Corporate Counsel
    Professor Mark Engelman

    البروفيسور مارك إنجلمان

    Intellectual Property Barrister
    Rita Semaan

    ريتا سمعان

    مستشار قانوني
    Carlos Rahme

    كارلوس رحمة

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    سُهاد الغريّب

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Y. Geagea

    ساندي ي. جعجع

    مستشار قانوني
    Saeed Gaber

    Saeed Gaber

    Legal Research Analyst
    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Muhammed Ali Charif

    مستشار قانوني مساعد
    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Paralegal
    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Patricia Abi Mansour

    مديرة تطوير الأعمال
    Valakshmi Balasubramanian

    Varalakshmi Balasubramanian

    Operations Assistant
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