Cybercrime and fraud

Facing a cybercrime allegation can be daunting in a jurisdiction known for its strict digital laws. At Kayrouz & Associates, we guide clients through the legal complexities of cybercrime and fraud cases with precision, discretion, and strategic insight.

Practice Overview

Cybercrime investigations in the UAE are increasingly sophisticated, reflecting the growing complexity of digital threats. Kayrouz & Associates represents individuals and companies accused of cyber-related offences, including hacking, identity theft, financial fraud, and online defamation.

We offer early-stage advisory and courtroom defence in cases involving digital evidence, computer misuse, and breaches of the UAE Cybercrime Law. Our lawyers collaborate with forensic experts to analyse digital footprints, challenge prosecution narratives, and identify procedural irregularities.

We also support clients facing civil claims alongside criminal proceedings, offering a coordinated legal strategy that minimises reputational and financial exposure.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Defending against charges of online fraud, impersonation, and hacking
  • Advising on criminal complaints involving data theft and cyber extortion
  • Representing clients in social media-related criminal cases
  • Addressing cybercrime allegations tied to business disputes
  • Advising companies under investigation for electronic transactions or IT misuse
  • Liaising with regulators and cybercrime units across the UAE

Meet Our Team

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

Pierre Kayrouz

Chief Legal Officer
Maria Valeyeva

Maria Valeyeva

Chief Compliance Officer
Georges Touma

Georges Touma

Head Litigator
Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi

Hanan Ahmed

Practicing Lawyer
Lathamani Chandrashekar

Lathamani Chandrashekar

Senior Corporate Counsel
Arka Navle

Arka Navle

Corporate Counsel
Nashita Nazneen

Nashita Nazneen

Junior Corporate Counsel
Professor Mark Engelman

Mark Engelman

Intellectual Property Barrister
Rita Semaan

Rita Semaan

Legal Consultant
Carlos Rahme

Carlos Rahme

Senior Legal Consultant
Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Souhad Al Ghorayeb

Senior Legal Consultant
Sandy Y. Geagea

Sandy Geagea

Legal Consultant
Saeed Gaber

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst
Muhammed Ali Charif

Muhammed Ali Charif

Junior Legal Counsel
Jenifer Abu Nasr

Jenifer Abu Nasr

Paralegal
Patricia Abi Mansour

Patricia Abi Mansour

Business Development Manager
Valakshmi Balasubramanian

Varalakshmi Balasubramanian

Operations Assistant
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