Theft and property offences

Theft and property-related offences are treated seriously under UAE law, often carrying severe legal and reputational consequences. At Kayrouz & Associates, we provide assertive, detail-oriented defence strategies for individuals and organisations facing such charges.

Practice Overview

Theft, embezzlement, and property damage cases require swift, informed legal response. Our firm represents clients accused of a broad spectrum of property-related offences, from petty theft and shoplifting to large-scale fraud and misappropriation of corporate assets.

We start with a full forensic analysis of the case, examining arrest procedures, evidentiary gaps, and potential rights violations. Our lawyers regularly challenge prosecutorial assumptions, suppress inadmissible evidence, and pursue favourable outcomes through negotiation or litigation. We also assist businesses with internal investigations and breach-of-trust matters involving employees or third parties.

Clients rely on us not only for courtroom defence, but for proactive guidance that limits exposure and reputational risk. Whether the matter is commercial in nature or involves criminal prosecution, we aim to resolve disputes in ways that preserve future opportunities.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Defending theft, burglary, shoplifting, and criminal breach of trust charges
  • Advising on employee embezzlement and misappropriation of assets
  • Representing clients in property damage and destruction cases
  • Challenging improper searches, arrests, or detention
  • Negotiating settlements and diversionary measures for first-time offenders
  • Supporting victims of property crime in restitution and civil recovery efforts
  • 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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