Inheritance and estate planning

We guide individuals and families in safeguarding their legacy through thoughtful inheritance planning, estate structuring, and succession strategies that respect UAE regulations and personal values.

Practice Overview

Inheritance and estate planning is a crucial area of family law that helps ensure that wealth, property, and personal assets are protected and transferred according to a person’s wishes. At Kayrouz & Associates, we support clients in preparing wills, structuring estates, and navigating inheritance laws that apply to both Muslim and non-Muslim residents of the UAE.

Our lawyers advise on the implications of Shariah-based inheritance rules as well as the application of DIFC and ADGM regulations, which allow non-Muslims to opt for different succession frameworks. We work with individuals, families, and business owners to create estate plans that minimise conflict, reduce tax burdens, and support smooth generational transitions.

For international families, our team addresses cross-border inheritance complexities, including asset distribution in multiple jurisdictions, recognition of foreign wills, and coordination with global trustees or executors. Whether planning ahead or responding to a recent death, we provide clear and compassionate guidance at every step.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Drafting and registration of wills for residents and foreign nationals
  • Advising on UAE inheritance law and Shariah succession principles
  • Cross-border estate planning and international probate
  • Setting up trusts and family foundations
  • Advising on guardianship and asset protection for minor heirs
  • Representing clients in inheritance disputes and estate administration

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
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