When you need urgent legal help, every minute counts. We are available 24/7. AK Criminal Lawyers offers 24/7 Emergency Response and round-the-clock legal support, ensuring you are never without expert guidance — day or night.
With over 30 years of distinguished experience, AK Criminal Lawyers stands as one of Dubai’s top-ranked criminal defense law firms. Our team of highly skilled and seasoned attorneys handles every stage of your case — from initial arrest to final appeal — representing clients before Criminal Courts and Police Stations across Dubai and the wider UAE.
We manage a comprehensive range of criminal cases, covering both misdemeanors and serious felonies, with complete in-house capability to defend your rights at every level of the legal process.
Legal Team of Criminal Lawyers Dubai and Advocates in the UAE
Our criminal defense team has the right to an audience and is led by distinguished lawyers including local Advocate Amal Khamis, Dr. Alaa Al Houshy, Dr. Khamis Haider, Adv. Salam Al Jabr, and Adv. Abdul Aziz along with local Emirati advocates Ameera Al Junaibi and Fadil Ali Alzarooni. Together, they offer decades of collective experience.
Our expert local advocates have the right to audience before all criminal courts. Their in-depth knowledge and understanding of criminal laws in the UAE and the Gulf, combined with a steadfast dedication to safeguarding our clients’ rights, guarantees that each case, including those accused under federal or emirate-specific laws, is handled with the highest level of care and thoroughness. Call us for an appointment with our criminal lawyer at +971506531334 +971558018669
The UAE penal code derives most of its elements from Islamic Sharia Law, with the country using Sharia law in specific circumstances. Having a thorough understanding of Sharia law, our experienced criminal defense attorneys represent individuals charged with crimes or under criminal investigation, offering a suite of essential services that protect the rights of our clients and promote fair, ethical, and just enforcement of criminal law throughout Dubai and the UAE.
“We want the UAE to be the global reference point for a tolerant culture, via its policies, laws and practices. No one in the Emirates is above the law and accountability.”
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Is The Vice President And Prime Minister Of The United Arab Emirates, Ruler Of The Emirate Of Dubai.
Awarded For Excellence In The Legal Field in the UAE
AK Criminal Lawyers have been consistently recognized for their outstanding legal services by reputable organizations such as Legal 500, Chambers Global IFG, and the Middle East Legal Awards across the regions of Dubai. These accolades serve as a testament to our firm’s exceptional legal expertise, professionalism, and commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Types Of Crimes We Represent in Dubai
We provide expert advocates and legal counsel services across the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Sharjah, Fujairah, RAK, and Umm al Quwain. If you are facing criminal charges in Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE, you can rely on our skilled and experienced emirati criminal lawyers in Dubai to defend you in court.
We have extensive experience defending clients in many areas of criminal law, including the following:
Fraud/Cheating Crimes, Drug Cases, Defamation, Domestic and Family Violence and Abuse, Property Crimes, Financial Crimes, Hate Crimes, Theft/ Robbery, Forgery, Felony Crimes, Cyber Crimes, Child Abuse, Money Laundering, Extortion, Rape & Sexual Assault and Battery, Medical Negligence, Arson, Violent Crimes, Embezzlement, Counterfeiting Currency, Harassment, Blackmail, Abduction and Kidnapping, Juvenile Crimes, Identity Theft, Wire Fraud, Prostitution, Injury Crime, Murder, Shoplifting, Insurance Fraud, Bribery, Extradition and Interpol, Bail, Travel Ban, Breach of Trust, Fake Certificates, Wrongdoings, National Security, Arrest and Detention, White Collar Crimes, Drink and Drive, Homicide and Alcohol Crimes
Comprehensive Criminal Defense Service across Dubai
At AK Criminal Lawyers, our highly qualified criminal law attorneys are fully licensed.
Our legal team is skilled in a broad range of legal services, offering client counseling from the moment of arrest, through criminal investigations, to court appearances, litigation, and appeals across all varieties of crimes and criminal cases between Dubai. We possess a deep understanding of the UAE’s criminal justice system. Call us for an appointment at +971506531334 +971558018669
- Authorized to represent clients in all UAE courts: Court of First Instance, Court of Cassation, Court of Appeal, and Federal Supreme Court.
- Offers legal representation from the beginning of police investigations through to court appearances.
- Specializes in drafting legal documents, including powers of attorney and court memorandums.
- Assists in expert reports, criminal audit reports, and conducts factual investigations.
- Assists with bail applications, obtaining clearance certificates, and handles negotiations and settlements.
- Provides guidance and support to clients at police stations and public prosecution.
- Develop a defense strategy based on circumstances
- Legal counsel throughout criminal proceedings
- Negotiation experience in dismissing the case itself or reducing charges
- Utilizes extensive legal expertise and resources to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
Read a guide on UAE criminal law.
Recommending A Defense Strategy in emirates of Dubai
The best strategy will depend on the unique facts and evidence in each case. A skilled criminal defense lawyer can evaluate all factors to develop the most effective approach for challenging the prosecution’s case and protecting the defendant’s rights.
Facing criminal charges can have life-long consequences affecting freedom, livelihood, immigration status and professional prospects. Even minor cases like misdemeanors can limit future opportunities if they remain on permanent records. Thus, seeking the help of our specialized criminal lawyer is a good idea with a 92% Success Rate in Dubai.
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