Our success is a result of our reputation for delivering legal services on time and on budget.
Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants (Lawyers UAE) always maintain competence in the field of legal services with the support of qualified human resources that have extensive knowledge and necessary experience in the legal field. Amal Khamis Advocates stay on the cutting edge of legal services with our talented team, who bring knowledge and experience to every case.
Besides being knowledgeable in the law, and experienced in advising on transactions, we understand that what matters most to our clients is the outcome. Our consultants are legal professionals with qualifications acquired in a variety of international jurisdictions. Their extensive training and experience enable them to offer high-quality legal advice and expertise in every legal case.
Amal Khamis
Founder and Senior Advocate
Mona Ahmad Fawzi
Mona Ahmad Fawzi’s Experience
Legal Consultancy Role: Mona serves as a legal consultant at Amal Khamis Advocates, demonstrating her expertise in various legal fields.
Educational Background: She has earned an LLM degree in Egypt and secured a certificate in international criminal law from the Asser Institute in collaboration with the Special Tribunal of Egypt.
Professional Affiliations: As a member of the Egypt Bar Association, Mona has a solid foundation in legal practice and ethics.
International Practice: Initially practicing in Egypt, Mona expanded her professional reach by moving to Dubai, showcasing her adaptability to different legal systems.
Diverse Legal Expertise: Her experience spans across criminal law, maritime law, real estate and tenancy law, labor law, and the execution of legal procedures, highlighting her versatile legal skills.
Dedication to Duties: Mona is recognized for her commitment to her responsibilities, eagerly embracing new challenges and ensuring diligent legal service.
Client Representation: She actively represents the law firm’s clients at the Rental Dispute Settlement Centre of Dubai and police stations, evidencing her advocacy skills.
Commercial Agreement Expertise: Specialized in drafting, reviewing, and interpreting commercial agreements to safeguard corporate interests.
Comprehensive Legal Support: Assistance ranges from company formation, corporate restructuring, to compliance with governance regulations, catering to all phases of corporate lifecycle.
Mergers and Acquisitions: Proficient in managing complex transactions including mergers, acquisitions, and de-mergers, facilitating strategic corporate changes.
Legal Documentation: Expertise in preparing essential corporate documents such as the memorandum of association, ensuring legal compliance.
Dispute Resolution: Skilled in representing companies in litigation and arbitration, effectively handling conflicts and disputes.
Insolvency and Liquidation: Provides guidance through liquidation and bankruptcy processes, safeguarding assets and navigating financial challenges.
Strategic Advisory: Offers strategic legal advice to major corporations, focusing on practical, cost-effective solutions to achieve commercial goals.
Alaa Al Houshy
Founder and Senior Consultant
Dr. Alaa Al Houshy
20 Years of Legal Experience: Dr. Alaa has accumulated over two decades of experience as a legal advisor, serving both investor and contractor companies, underpinned by a robust legal education. A doctorate in criminal law. A criminal and commercial lawyer specialist.
Expertise Across Various Sectors: He has advised local and international corporations on a broad spectrum of legal matters, including criminal, corporate, commercial, real estate and regulatory issues across multiple jurisdictions.
Specialization in UAE Law: His areas of specialization cover a wide range of topics under UAE Law such as consortiums and joint ventures formation and management, share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, guarantee arrangements, strategic alliances, and project agreements development.
Diverse Legal Skills: Mr. Alaa’s legal expertise extends to advising on corporate transactions, competition law, project financing, privatizations, medical law, energy law, and regulatory compliance
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Construction and Project Advisory: He has also provided guidance on public tenders, construction law, EPC projects, labor law, tax law, and foreign investments in the UAE.
Focused Legal Practice Areas: His practice mainly focuses on insurance, real estate, and business and commercial law, with a particular emphasis on insurance coverage, civil litigation, and real estate and business transactions.
Tailored Legal Advice: Mr. Alaa is known for offering strategic and legally sound advice, tailored to the unique needs and objectives of his clients, thereby effectively managing the risks associated with their businesses.
Salem Al Jabri
Senior Legal Consultant
Mr. Salem Al Jabri
Education & Languages
Earned a BA from Dubai Police College in the UAE in 1982.
Obtained an LLM in Banking & Finance Law from Boston University in the USA in 1989.
Fluent in Arabic and English.
Professional Memberships & Engagements
An active member of the DFSA’s Financial Markets Tribunal and the DIFCA – Legislation Committee (LegCo).
Previous involvement with the DIFC and Court Users Committees.
Serves on the ICC Court of International Arbitration in Paris.
Participates in the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) and the International Bar Association (IBA).
Regularly contributes as a speaker at conferences and panel discussions, and publishes articles in newspapers and magazines.
Legal Experience
Regional Managing Partner at Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Counsel with over 21 years in civil and commercial dispute resolution in the UAE.
Expertise in financial markets and sectors in the Gulf region, understanding the impact of global financial markets on UAE business transactions.
Advised local, regional, and international clients on banking, Islamic finance, securities, construction, real estate, and corporate matters.
Licensed to appear before all Courts in the UAE, including the Federal Supreme Court and the DIFC Courts.
Possesses in-depth knowledge of civil, shari’a, and common law systems.
Khamis Haider
Founder and Senior Advocate
Mr. Khamis Haider
Education & Languages
Earned a BA from Dubai Police College in the UAE in 1992.
Obtained an LLM in Banking & Finance Law from Boston University in the USA in 1999.
Fluent in Arabic, English and French
Professional Experience & Engagements
Interpol Warrant Defense: Led challenging processes against Interpol Arrest Warrants, scrutinizing legitimacy and compliance with legal standards.
Extradition Defense: Developed and implemented strategic defense strategies against extradition requests, preventing detention and securing bail for clients.
Property Law Expertise: Negotiated Sale and Purchase contracts, resolved property disputes, and represented clients in civil court for litigation.
Contract Management: Assessed and drafted various contracts, offering expert advice to protect client interests in commercial transactions.
Commercial Law Support: Managed legal matters covering regulatory approaches, commercial contracts, competition law, and cross-border transactions.
Intellectual Property Guidance: Provided counsel on intellectual property protection, business models, acquisitions, and franchising.
Legal Consultancy: Offered practical legal solutions tailored to client needs and business goals, ensuring compliance with Dubai and UAE laws.
Risk Mitigation: Acquired extensive legal expertise to assist clients through intricate legal frameworks and mitigate risks in business operations.
Litigation Support: Successfully resolved numerous cases over two decades, employing strategic cross-examination and evidence presentation in court.
Client Advocacy: Minimized legal risks for businesses and prepared clients for trial, advising on proper courtroom demeanor and attire.
Personnel Management: Interviewed potential legal staff and skillfully presented evidence in court to favorably position clients’ cases.
Mona Ahmad Fawzi
Founder and Senior Advocate
Mona Ahmad Fawzi
Experience
Legal Consultancy Role: Mona serves as a legal consultant at Amal Khamis Advocates, demonstrating her expertise in various legal fields.
Educational Background: She has earned an LLM degree in Egypt and secured a certificate in international criminal law from the Asser Institute in collaboration with the Special Tribunal of Egypt.
Professional Affiliations: As a member of the Egypt Bar Association, Mona has a solid foundation in legal practice and ethics.
International Practice: Initially practicing in Egypt, Mona expanded her professional reach by moving to Dubai, showcasing her adaptability to different legal systems.
Diverse Legal Expertise: Her experience spans across criminal law, maritime law, real estate and tenancy law, labor law, and the execution of legal procedures, highlighting her versatile legal skills.
Dedication to Duties: Mona is recognized for her commitment to her responsibilities, eagerly embracing new challenges and ensuring diligent legal service.
Client Representation: She actively represents the law firm’s clients at the Rental Dispute Settlement Centre of Dubai and police stations, evidencing her advocacy skills.
Commercial Agreement Expertise: Specialized in drafting, reviewing, and interpreting commercial agreements to safeguard corporate interests.
Comprehensive Legal Support: Assistance ranges from company formation, corporate restructuring, to compliance with governance regulations, catering to all phases of corporate lifecycle.
Mergers and Acquisitions: Proficient in managing complex transactions including mergers, acquisitions, and de-mergers, facilitating strategic corporate changes.
Legal Documentation: Expertise in preparing essential corporate documents such as the memorandum of association, ensuring legal compliance.
Dispute Resolution: Skilled in representing companies in litigation and arbitration, effectively handling conflicts and disputes.
Insolvency and Liquidation: Provides guidance through liquidation and bankruptcy processes, safeguarding assets and navigating financial challenges.
Strategic Advisory: Offers strategic legal advice to major corporations, focusing on practical, cost-effective solutions to achieve commercial goals.
Khaled Elnakib
Senior Legal Consultant
Khaled Elnakib
Experience in Maritime Law
Maritime Contract Drafting: Specializing in creating maritime contracts, focusing on clear, legally sound agreements for various maritime operations.
Investment Review and Legal Assistance: Providing thorough legal review and assistance on maritime investments to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
Sale, Purchase, and Building Contracts for Vessels: Expertise in negotiating and drafting contracts related to the sale, purchase, and construction of vessels, tailoring each contract to meet client needs.
Marine Insurance: Handling all aspects of marine insurance, from policy drafting to claims and dispute resolution.
Maritime Pollution: Addressing legal issues related to maritime pollution, including compliance with environmental regulations and handling pollution incidents.
Vessel Seizure: Skilled in navigating the legal complexities of vessel seizure, both preemptive measures and post-case application, ensuring swift and efficient resolution.
Appeal and Release of Seized Vessels: Representing clients in appealing against vessel seizure and working towards the release of vessels, demonstrating adeptness in maritime procedural law.
Comprehensive Maritime Dispute Resolution: Dealing with a wide range of maritime disputes, especially those stemming from breaches of contractual obligations, showcasing extensive experience in maritime litigation.
Specialized Maritime Legal Services
Ship Financing: Offering legal guidance on financing for different types of vessels, addressing any associated challenges or disputes.
Maritime Case Handling: Expert in managing maritime cases, including arrest and seizure of ships, demonstrating strategic legal action in high-stakes situations.
Contract and Affreightment Litigation: Representing clients across all judiciary levels in contract and affreightment litigation, ensuring robust defense and prosecution in maritime contract disputes.
Offshore Construction Legal Issues: Providing legal solutions for offshore construction challenges, from contract negotiation to dispute resolution.
Shipbuilding Insurance: Handling insurance matters related to shipbuilding, offering expert advice and dispute resolution services.
Global Shipping Transactions: Navigating global transactional issues in shipping, offering cross-border legal expertise to facilitate international maritime operations.
Abdul Azeez K.S.
Senior Legal Consultant
Abdul Azeez K.S.
Abdul Azeez has a comprehensive experience in the legal industry, showcasing exceptional skills in articulation and dedication.
Earned a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Calicut University.
Holds a Master’s Degree in Islamic Sharia from Darul Huda Islamic University.
Member of the Bar Council of India.
Expert in handling civil and commercial disputes, and criminal and family law cases.
Skilled in dealing with real estate and rental conflicts, labor and administrative laws.
Knowledgeable in trademark and intellectual property laws.
Proficient in drafting wills, contracts, and commercial agreements.
Senior Legal Consultant and Head of Litigation and Dispute Resolution, and Real Property at Amal Khamis Advocates.
Accumulated experience in the banking sector and served as a company secretary.
Predominantly focused on litigation and real property matters in the U.A.E.
Real Property Practice: Covers commercial and residential landlord-tenant issues, property transactions, off-plan property disputes, and construction matters.
Litigation Practice: Advises on criminal, regulatory, and professional/medical negligence cases, along with commercial debt recovery and litigation.
Represents clients in both domestic and international arbitration.
Possesses full rights of audience in the DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) Courts.
Raj Jain
Legal Coordinator
Raj Jain
Drafted and negotiated a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
Terms and Conditions of Procurement and Sale
Sale and Purchase Agreements
Consultancy Agreements
Rebate Agreements
Introducer and Referral Agreements
Commission Arrangements
Outsourcing Agreements
Lease, Hire, and Maintenance Agreements
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
Letters of Intent (LOIs)
Manufacturing & Supply Agreements
– Specialized in commercial agency agreements, including drafting and negotiating distribution and franchise agreements across various sectors.
– Provided general commercial advisory services, offering opinions on commercial agency laws and regulations in the UAE.
– Developed systems and procedures for the administration and tracking of legal undertakings, ensuring timely coordination and consolidation of legal information.
– Worked closely with the Secretary and General Counsel to manage legal issues efficiently, maintaining confidentiality on sensitive matters.
Monitored legal file statuses to ensure timely follow-up actions and compliance with deadlines.
Prepared a variety of legal documents for signature, drafted correspondence, and other documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Kept abreast of legislation changes, updating the legal team on the evolution of pertinent bills to maintain compliance and strategic alignment.
Held a proven track record as a business development manager and sales executive, focusing on financial growth and customer satisfaction.
Developed growth strategies that balance financial gains with customer satisfaction, ensuring long-term success.
Built and maintained long-term relationships with both new and existing customers, fostering a network of trust and collaboration.
Abdelalim Ahmed Mahmoud Mohamed
Founder and Senior Advocate
Education and Professional Experience
Founding of Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants: Ms. Amal Khamis is the founder of a law firm renowned for its expertise in various law branches.
Educational Background: She holds an LL.B degree from the Faculty of Shariah and Law at UAE University, marking her as a prominent figure in the legal domain.
Role and Experience: As a senior associate lawyer at her firm, Ms. Khamis has amassed vast experience in criminal, commercial, labor, construction, real estate, media law, and corporate disputes.
Key Contributions: Her legal prowess has been instrumental in major corporate transactions and dispute resolutions, highlighting her capability to tackle complex legal issues.
Client Assistance and Strategic Solutions: Dedicated to helping clients navigate commercial challenges, she provides strategic advice to protect their interests.
Litigation Expertise: In litigation, she skillfully manages cases involving insurance, bad faith issues, professional liability, property damage, and subrogation.
Real Estate and Business Law Proficiency: Beyond litigation, she has considerable experience in real estate and business transactions and disputes, including the formation, sale, financing, and leasing of properties.
Leadership and Legal Support: Under her leadership, Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants deliver meticulous legal support, safeguarding client rights across various areas.
Trusted Advisor and Advocate: Ms. Khamis’s commitment to legal excellence and her wide-ranging expertise make her a reliable guide and defender for her clients, expertly navigating them through legal complexities. Amal Khamis has the right to an audience in the UAE courts for criminal cases.
Al Gendi Ahmed
Senior Legal Consultant
Education and Professional Experience
Founding of Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants: Ms. Amal Khamis is the founder of a law firm renowned for its expertise in various law branches.
Educational Background: She holds an LL.B degree from the Faculty of Shariah and Law at UAE University, marking her as a prominent figure in the legal domain.
Role and Experience: As a senior associate lawyer at her firm, Ms. Khamis has amassed vast experience in criminal, commercial, labor, construction, real estate, media law, and corporate disputes.
Key Contributions: Her legal prowess has been instrumental in major corporate transactions and dispute resolutions, highlighting her capability to tackle complex legal issues.
Client Assistance and Strategic Solutions: Dedicated to helping clients navigate commercial challenges, she provides strategic advice to protect their interests.
Litigation Expertise: In litigation, she skillfully manages cases involving insurance, bad faith issues, professional liability, property damage, and subrogation.
Real Estate and Business Law Proficiency: Beyond litigation, she has considerable experience in real estate and business transactions and disputes, including the formation, sale, financing, and leasing of properties.
Leadership and Legal Support: Under her leadership, Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants deliver meticulous legal support, safeguarding client rights across various areas.
Trusted Advisor and Advocate: Ms. Khamis’s commitment to legal excellence and her wide-ranging expertise make her a reliable guide and defender for her clients, expertly navigating them through legal complexities. Amal Khamis has the right to an audience in the UAE courts for criminal cases.
Mai Al Safty
Senior Legal Consultant
Education and Professional Experience
Founding of Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants: Ms. Amal Khamis is the founder of a law firm renowned for its expertise in various law branches.
Educational Background: She holds an LL.B degree from the Faculty of Shariah and Law at UAE University, marking her as a prominent figure in the legal domain.
Role and Experience: As a senior associate lawyer at her firm, Ms. Khamis has amassed vast experience in criminal, commercial, labor, construction, real estate, media law, and corporate disputes.
Key Contributions: Her legal prowess has been instrumental in major corporate transactions and dispute resolutions, highlighting her capability to tackle complex legal issues.
Client Assistance and Strategic Solutions: Dedicated to helping clients navigate commercial challenges, she provides strategic advice to protect their interests.
Litigation Expertise: In litigation, she skillfully manages cases involving insurance, bad faith issues, professional liability, property damage, and subrogation.
Real Estate and Business Law Proficiency: Beyond litigation, she has considerable experience in real estate and business transactions and disputes, including the formation, sale, financing, and leasing of properties.
Leadership and Legal Support: Under her leadership, Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants deliver meticulous legal support, safeguarding client rights across various areas.
Trusted Advisor and Advocate: Ms. Khamis’s commitment to legal excellence and her wide-ranging expertise make her a reliable guide and defender for her clients, expertly navigating them through legal complexities. Amal Khamis has the right to an audience in the UAE courts for criminal cases.
Mohamed Mostafa Kelany
Senior Legal Researcher
Criminal Department
Professional Experience
Mohamed Mostafa Kelany, a legal researcher specialized in the criminal department plays a crucial role in supporting cases and attorneys by conducting in-depth research on various legal authorities, such as statutory and case law, and drafting legal memoranda on criminal law requirements.
He is responsible for analyzing extensive legal documents, including court cases, to provide legal analysis and draft legal documents. Additionally, they may track and monitor legislative and regulatory developments and maintain databases and systems for managing legal research materials
Key Responsibilities:
Conducting in-depth research on various legal authorities, such as statutory and case law, and drafting legal memoranda on criminal law requirements.
Analyzing extensive legal documents, including court cases, to provide legal analysis and draft legal documents.
Tracking and monitoring legislative and regulatory developments and maintaining databases and systems for managing legal research materials
Ihab Al Nuzahi
Legal administrator
Education and Professional Experience
Founding of Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants: Ms. Amal Khamis is the founder of a law firm renowned for its expertise in various law branches.
Educational Background: She holds an LL.B degree from the Faculty of Shariah and Law at UAE University, marking her as a prominent figure in the legal domain.
Role and Experience: As a senior associate lawyer at her firm, Ms. Khamis has amassed vast experience in criminal, commercial, labor, construction, real estate, media law, and corporate disputes.
Key Contributions: Her legal prowess has been instrumental in major corporate transactions and dispute resolutions, highlighting her capability to tackle complex legal issues.
Client Assistance and Strategic Solutions: Dedicated to helping clients navigate commercial challenges, she provides strategic advice to protect their interests.
Litigation Expertise: In litigation, she skillfully manages cases involving insurance, bad faith issues, professional liability, property damage, and subrogation.
Real Estate and Business Law Proficiency: Beyond litigation, she has considerable experience in real estate and business transactions and disputes, including the formation, sale, financing, and leasing of properties.
Leadership and Legal Support: Under her leadership, Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants deliver meticulous legal support, safeguarding client rights across various areas.
Trusted Advisor and Advocate: Ms. Khamis’s commitment to legal excellence and her wide-ranging expertise make her a reliable guide and defender for her clients, expertly navigating them through legal complexities. Amal Khamis has the right to an audience in the UAE courts for criminal cases.
Shrouq Alghobashy
Legal Secretary
Education and Professional Experience
Founding of Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants: Ms. Amal Khamis is the founder of a law firm renowned for its expertise in various law branches.
Educational Background: She holds an LL.B degree from the Faculty of Shariah and Law at UAE University, marking her as a prominent figure in the legal domain.
Role and Experience: As a senior associate lawyer at her firm, Ms. Khamis has amassed vast experience in criminal, commercial, labor, construction, real estate, media law, and corporate disputes.
Key Contributions: Her legal prowess has been instrumental in major corporate transactions and dispute resolutions, highlighting her capability to tackle complex legal issues.
Client Assistance and Strategic Solutions: Dedicated to helping clients navigate commercial challenges, she provides strategic advice to protect their interests.
Litigation Expertise: In litigation, she skillfully manages cases involving insurance, bad faith issues, professional liability, property damage, and subrogation.
Real Estate and Business Law Proficiency: Beyond litigation, she has considerable experience in real estate and business transactions and disputes, including the formation, sale, financing, and leasing of properties.
Leadership and Legal Support: Under her leadership, Amal Khamis Advocates and Legal Consultants deliver meticulous legal support, safeguarding client rights across various areas.
Trusted Advisor and Advocate: Ms. Khamis’s commitment to legal excellence and her wide-ranging expertise make her a reliable guide and defender for her clients, expertly navigating them through legal complexities. Amal Khamis has the right to an audience in the UAE courts for criminal cases.
