Litigation

At FB Legal Group, we attribute our success to the exceptional talent of our diverse team of practitioners, comprised of legal experts hailing from the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. Our team offers unmatched proficiency in regional law, enabling us to deliver unparalleled legal services to our clients. We take pride in having one of the most comprehensive litigation practices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), authorized to appear before local courts, including the DIFC Courts, and to practice the local laws of every jurisdiction in which we operate. Our team possesses the skills and knowledge necessary to handle a broad range of litigation cases, including Civil and Commercial, Banking and Finance, Criminal, Employment, Maritime, and particularly, Real Estate and Construction. While we specialize in legal consultancy, we are also partnered with certified local Emirati lawyers who are registered with the UAE Courts including Dubai Court ad Abu Dhabi Courts, ensuring that our clients receive comprehensive legal representation tailored to their needs. In addition to offering litigation support, our legal consultancy services include legal advice, document preparation, and case management. We are committed to guiding our clients through every step of the legal process.

Commercial

At FB Legal Group, we recognize that expertise is crucial in Commercial practice. Our team possesses a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the legal entities within the Middle East and North African (MENA) legal and regulatory landscape. This enables us to deliver the most practical, cost-effective, and business-oriented guidance while ensuring that our clients' legal goals are achieved. We offer advice on a wide range of commercial arrangements that are essential for businesses in their day-to-day operations in MENA. We take into consideration the nature of the business and the commercial and legal risks involved. Additionally, we provide guidance on various commercial agency and distribution arrangements, such as franchise agreements, and routinely deal with important legal matters related to local commercial agency legislation in the region.

Corporate Services

As a responsible entrepreneur, you understand the importance of adhering to rules and regulations to maintain compliance. However, it is possible to miss crucial issues that could result in costly penalties and legal expenses despite your best efforts.Fortunately, a legal audit can alleviate the burden of keeping up with everything and evaluate the legal well-being of your company. With the assistance of a qualified business law attorney acting as a legal auditor, any potential hazards or liability gaps can be identified and thoroughly analyzed.A legal audit concentrates on a specific aspect of your business and scrutinizes your legal state to ensure there are no hidden risks. By recognizing potential issues, a legal audit can assist in reducing the chances of penalties and litigation for your enterprise.

Criminal Law

FB Legal Group offers legal services for both individuals and corporate entities. Our team of lawyers is well-versed in criminal laws ranging from misdemeanors to felonies in the United Arab Emirates and Egypt. With extensive experience advising clients throughout the Middle East, including UAE, Egypt, KSA, and the Kingdom of Bahrain, we have earned a reputation for delivering successful results. We are committed to working hard on each case and providing accurate and fair advice to our clients.

Real Estate Services

As an individual or a family, it's important to ensure the safety and security of your assets. Our team is here to offer guidance and assistance in creating an estate plan that puts you in control and preserves your assets. We can help you buy and sell property for the best terms and prices, while preparing all necessary paperwork such as contracts, leases, deeds, and closing statements. Our services also include avoiding probate, minimizing tax liability, creating Powers of Attorney, and developing succession strategies.Furthermore, we're qualified to handle any tenancy disputes that may arise and represent you before competent courts or authorities. With our help, you can feel confident that your assets are protected and your legal affairs are in good hands.

Bankruptcy & Insolvency

At FB Legal Group, we have the expertise and resources to support companies, debtors, and creditors during challenging times. Our Turnaround, Restructuring, and Insolvency team has unparalleled experience in the Middle East region, dealing with both formal and informal workouts and representing a diverse range of stakeholders. These stakeholders include corporate debtors, lender groups, creditor committees, board of directors, insolvency officers, bondholders, shareholders, private equity sponsors, accountants, and financial advisors. We specialize in various aspects of the insolvency and restructuring process, such as standstill and moratoriums, debt rescheduling, debt purchases, rescue securitisations, and guiding clients through the insolvency regime in the region. Our team provides invaluable advice to distressed companies and their investors, assisting in corporate reorganizations, asset sales, divestitures, and other distressed transactions.

Inherited Dispute Resolutions

FB Legal Group specializes in Wills, estate planning, and estate administration. With our vast expertise, we can efficiently handle any concerns that other companies may overlook, thus avoiding disputes. Our thorough knowledge of Wills and inheritance/probate law, particularly for expats in the area, is unparalleled. Should you encounter any issues related to DIFC Wills, non-Muslim Wills, or Sharia Wills, we offer legal guidance and representation within the UAE. Furthermore, we provide support with the administration of deceased estates and probate in the UAE.

Employment and Labor

Our firm's employment group boasts unparalleled expertise and is the largest of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). We provide comprehensive counsel on all employment-related issues, from transactional matters and employee relations to litigation, serving both public and private sectors. Our goal is to ensure our clients receive pragmatic, commercially feasible, and cost-effective solutions as we navigate the intricate and constantly evolving employment landscape of the region.

Intellectual Property ( IP )

At FB, our team of highly qualified intellectual property lawyers possesses a deep understanding of the intricate complexities of IP law and the necessary business acumen to help you optimize your assets in an intensely competitive global market. We provide expert guidance on patents, trademarks, design rights, copyright, database rights, intellectual property strategy, IP audits, and disputes. If litigation is required, our team has a history of success in the senior courts and will provide you with the most effective representation possible.

Mediation

In the realm of conflict resolution, there are a myriad of avenues for those involved to consider. We recognize that our clients may feel uncertain about which path is most appropriate for their circumstances. In the past, we have initiated the process of restoring our clients' rights by employing mediation. Mediation aims to identify a cost-efficient resolution for disputes prior to engaging in the costly legal routes of litigation or arbitration. Our goal as skilled mediators is to collaborate with the opposing parties to delve into the motivations behind their respective stances, rather than defaulting to legal action immediately.

International Arbitration & Cross-boarder Litigation

FB Legal Group provides expert assistance to companies dealing with international investments and transactions. Our skilled team of international arbitration lawyers offers guidance on structuring investments to ensure treaty protections against possible expropriation and other unjust host state actions. We also represent investors in arbitrations filed against states under various bilateral investment treaties and free trade agreements. Our Cross-Border Litigation team has extensive experience in international litigation matters, including enforcing foreign arbitral awards and court judgments. We provide practical advice on treaties, legislation, and international law to ensure fair and just outcomes in international business dealings.