Criminal Law

Kayrouz & Associates' criminal law team in the UAE ensures strong legal representation at all stages of the criminal process and provides robust defence in criminal courts. We provide defence services for all types of criminal charges in Dubai and the UAE, including the most serious ones, such as assault and murder, drug charges, theft, firearm and weapon offences, and more.

We defend individuals and corporations in high-stakes criminal matters with determination, discretion, and deep procedural expertise.

Practice Overview

Meet Our Team

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

Sandy Geagea

Legal Consultant
Expertise:
Civil law
Corporate Law
Employment Law
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Rita Semaan

Rita Semaan

Legal Consultant
Expertise:
Civil law
Criminal Law
Corporate Law
Real Estate Law
Saeed Gaber

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst
Expertise:
Civil law
Criminal Law
Employment Law
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Corporate Law

Warehouse Liability For Damaged Or Lost Goods In The UAE

When goods are lost or damaged in storage, UAE law places warehouse operators under a demanding liability framework that many businesses underestimate. This article explains the bailment rules, burden of proof, contractual caps, insurance issues and the practical steps involved in pursuing or defending a warehouse claim.

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March 13, 2026
Real Estate Law

Joint Ownership Disputes Under UAE Strata Law

Joint ownership disputes in Dubai often arise after handover, when service charges, maintenance obligations, defects and governance problems begin to affect occupied buildings and communities. This article explains the rights and obligations of owners, developers and management entities under Law No. 6 of 2019 and how these disputes are enforced.

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March 13, 2026
Real Estate Law

Off-Plan Development In Dubai: RERA Escrow, Oqood, And Compliance Obligations

Off-plan sales in Dubai are tightly regulated and cannot begin until the developer has completed a specific sequence of registration, escrow and approval steps. This article explains the key obligations developers must meet before and during sales, including Oqood registration, advertising controls and buyer default procedures.

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March 12, 2026
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