Child Custody and Visitation

We help parents navigate child custody and visitation arrangements with legal clarity, prioritising the best interests of the child while protecting parental rights.

Practice Overview

Child custody and visitation matters are among the most sensitive areas of family law. At Kayrouz & Associates, we guide parents through custody disputes, access arrangements, and parenting plans with a focus on stability and the child’s wellbeing. Our team offers practical legal solutions that reflect the realities of family life and the nuances of UAE family law.

Whether dealing with divorce, separation, or a change in family circumstances, we assist clients in establishing or modifying custody orders. We also help parents address issues such as relocation, parental alienation, and denial of visitation. In contested cases, we prepare evidence-backed submissions to family courts and represent clients in negotiations and hearings.

We work to minimise conflict while ensuring our clients’ parental rights are protected. Our lawyers are also experienced in handling cross-border custody issues, including enforcement of foreign orders and Hague Convention matters.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Drafting and negotiating custody agreements
  • Representing clients in court-ordered custody evaluations and disputes
  • Advising on visitation rights and access enforcement
  • Handling relocation requests and parental travel permissions
  • Addressing disputes over parental decision-making
  • Managing international custody and jurisdictional challenges
  • 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
    Carlos Rahme

    Carlos Rahme

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Y. Geagea

    Sandy Geagea

    Legal Consultant
    Rita Semaan

    Rita Semaan

    Legal Consultant
    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Paralegal
    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Junior Legal Counsel
    Saeed Gaber

    Saeed Gaber

    Legal Research Analyst

    Priya Bavanasi

    Senior Corporate Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen

    Nashita Nazneen

    Junior Corporate Counsel

    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Business Development Manager

    Marium Razzaq

    Solicitor

    Parvathy Pavithran

    HR and Document Controller

    Göksu Öznergiz

    Associate

    Chantal Elia Khawam

    Front Desk Specialist
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