What does this area cover?
It covers assault, murder and manslaughter, domestic violence and threats.
These cases involve both the offence and often an injured person with strong feelings, so handling matters.
How do you choose the right service?
Choose by the allegation. Where family is involved, the domestic violence service applies.
In the most serious cases, we begin with detention and evidence.
What should I do first?
Call at once
Detention and statements are urgent.
Do not contact the complainant
Even to apologise.
Preserve evidence
Messages, images, medical reports.
Do not discuss the case
Except with us.
Call us on +971 50 653 1334 or message us on WhatsApp. We answer at any hour.
Frequently asked questions
Can a violent case be settled?
In some cases it can affect the outcome, but not all. We advise before any approach.
What if I acted in self-defence?
We examine the circumstances and the evidence. The details matter.
Guides in this section
Assault Defence Lawyer
Defence when you are accused of physically attacking or injuring another person.
Read the guideMurder & Manslaughter Defence Lawyer
Defence in the gravest allegations, involving the death of another person.
Read the guideDomestic Violence Defence Lawyer
Defence when an allegation arises within a family or household.
Read the guideCriminal Threats Defence Lawyer
Defence when you are accused of threatening another person, in person or by message.
Read the guideRelated guides
Sources
This page describes how we act in this type of case. It does not restate the law: the linked guides set out the statutory position and cite the official English text on the UAE Legislation portal, uaelegislation.gov.ae. The Arabic text prevails over translations.
This page is general information, not legal advice.