Administrative litigation and appeals

We represent clients in challenging or defending administrative decisions before government authorities and courts. Whether you're facing a licence revocation, regulatory sanction, or other adverse ruling, our legal team ensures your rights are upheld through every stage of the appeals process.

Practice Overview

Administrative decisions can have lasting consequences for businesses, professionals, and public sector entities. At Kayrouz & Associates, we represent clients in challenging or defending administrative rulings before governmental bodies and judicial authorities across the UAE and wider Middle East.

We act on matters involving licensing disputes, regulatory enforcement, public procurement, zoning, disciplinary measures, and other executive decisions. Our team guides clients through each procedural step, from filing objections to pursuing full appeals before the administrative courts.

With a deep understanding of administrative procedure and UAE judicial review standards, we craft compelling arguments to contest arbitrary or disproportionate government action. We also represent clients seeking to defend decisions against third-party challenges or governmental appeals.

Our experience spans federal, local, and free zone authorities, including ministries, regulators, and quasi-governmental agencies. We handle sensitive matters with discretion and precision, always prioritising a favourable outcome and minimal disruption to business operations.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Filing administrative appeals before UAE courts
  • Challenging fines, licence revocations, and regulatory actions
  • Defending favourable decisions in court
  • Preparing written submissions, evidence, and expert reports
  • Advising on procedural timelines and strategic positioning
  • Representing clients in free zone and quasi-judicial forums
  • Meet Our Team

    Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
    Pierre Kayrouz
    Chief Legal Officer
    Maria Valeyeva
    Chief Compliance Officer
    Georges Touma
    Head Litigator
    Hanan Ahmed
    Practicing Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar
    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Arka Navle
    Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen
    Junior Corporate Counsel
    Mark Engelman
    Intellectual Property Barrister
    Rita Semaan
    Legal Consultant
    Carlos Rahme
    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb
    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Geagea
    Legal Consultant
    Saeed Gaber
    Legal Research Analyst
    Muhammed Ali Charif
    Junior Legal Counsel
    Jenifer Abu Nasr
    Paralegal
    Patricia Abi Mansour
    Business Development Manager
    Varalakshmi Balasubramanian
    Operations Assistant
    Corporate & commercial law

    How International Businesses Can Navigate UAE Data Protection and Data Transfers in 2025

    Navigate the UAE's data protection law requirements for cross-border transfers. Expert guide on DIFC vs Federal compliance for businesses.

    read article
    July 10, 2025
    Corporate & commercial law

    Global trends in merger control enforcement

    Merger control and foreign investment hurdles contributed to a challenging 2024 for M&A. 2025 looks more promising, with pro-business agendas and regulatory easing in key jurisdictions expected to fuel a surge in dealmaking.

    read article
    June 3, 2025
    Corporate & commercial law

    Corporate transactions & AI

    Explore the evolving role of AI in corporate transactions, from emerging trends in AI-driven deals to the growing use of AI tools throughout the transaction process.

    read article
    June 3, 2025
    View all news and insights