DIFC Courts Legal Representation
Get specialised legal support for complex commercial disputes in the Dubai International Financial Centre. SK Legal advises businesses, investors and financial institutions on high-value litigation and DIFC Court proceedings.
DIFC Courts Legal Services in UAE
The DIFC Courts are an independent common law judiciary applying English-law principles. They handle commercial and financial disputes involving regional and international parties. Proceedings follow the Rules of the DIFC Courts, ensuring efficiency, clarity and judicial transparency.
Businesses choose the DIFC Courts for their international standards, predictable procedures and specialist judges experienced in complex commercial matters.
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SK Legal’s DIFC Courts Expertise
We advise and represent clients across a wide range of DIFC Court matters, including:
Contractual and Commercial Disputes in the DIFC Courts
What the dispute involves
Disputes often arise from breach of contract, non-performance, partnership issues, or commercial transactions involving regional or international parties.
Legal Framework
These matters are governed by DIFC laws including the DIFC Contract Law (Law No. 6 of 2004). The DIFC Courts apply common law principles similar to English law.
How SK Legal Assists
- Case evaluation and legal strategy
- Representation before the DIFC Courts
- Claims for damages, specific performance, and injunctions
- Advisory on settlement, negotiation, and risk mitigation
- Support for cross-border commercial disputes
Rental Disputes in the DIFC
What the dispute involves
Disputes may relate to rent defaults, lease termination, tenant obligations, or disagreements concerning DIFC-based properties.
Legal Framework
Handled under the DIFC Leasing Law (Law No. 1 of 2020) and DIFC Real Property Law (Law No. 10 of 2018).
How SK Legal Assists
- Advisory on rights and obligations for landlords and tenants
- Guidance on lease terms and rent default issues
- Representation in DIFC rental disputes
- Support for eviction and termination proceedings
- Efficient routes to settlement and compliance
General & Commercial Disputes (UAE Courts)
What the dispute involves
These disputes arise from contract breaches, partnership disagreements, or commercial activities subject to UAE federal laws.
Legal Framework
Governed by the UAE Civil Code, UAE Commercial Transactions Law, and sector-specific regulations.
How SK Legal Assists
- Full representation in UAE courts
- Strategy aligned with UAE civil and commercial law
- Advisory across Court of First Instance, Appeal, and Cassation
- Practical guidance to minimise disputes and delays
Employment Disputes
What the dispute involves
Claims include wrongful termination, unpaid salaries, or end-of-service entitlements.
Legal Framework
Regulated under UAE Labour Law (Federal Law No. 33 of 2021), excluding DIFC and ADGM.
How SK Legal Assists
- Assessment of employment contracts and entitlements
- Representation before MOHRE and UAE Courts
- Advisory for both employers and employees
- Resolution through litigation or negotiated settlements
Debt Recovery
What the dispute involves
Unpaid invoices, overdue commercial debts, and enforcement of payment obligations.
Legal Framework
Grounded in the UAE Civil Code, Commercial Transactions Law, and the UAE Civil Procedure Code.
How SK Legal Assists
- Demand notices and pre-action strategies
- Filing claims in DIFC or UAE Courts
- Enforcement of local and foreign judgments
- Asset tracing and ancillary remedies
Real Estate Disputes
What the dispute involves
Issues include breaches of sale agreements, project delays, or payment defaults.
Legal Framework
Handled by the Dubai Courts or DIFC Courts depending on property location and legal jurisdiction.
How SK Legal Assists
- Advisory on contractual rights
- Representation in property and ownership disputes
- Guidance on Dubai and DIFC real estate regulations
- Support with developer, landlord, and purchaser disputes
Construction Disputes
What the dispute involves
Claims arising from project delays, variations, defective works, or non-payment.
Legal Framework
Governed by the UAE Civil Code and FIDIC-based contracts commonly used across UAE projects.
How SK Legal Assists
- Claim preparation and defence
- Advisory on FIDIC obligations
- Support in court proceedings or arbitration
- Evidence management and expert coordination
Enforcement of Arbitral Awards
What the dispute involves
Enforcing domestic or foreign arbitral awards when parties fail to comply.
Legal Framework
The UAE Arbitration Law (Federal Law No. 6 of 2018) and UAE Civil Procedure Code govern enforcement actions.
How SK Legal Assists
- Review of arbitral awards
- Filing enforcement proceedings
- Handling challenges and procedural objections
- Execution through DIFC or UAE Courts
WHY BUSINESSES CHOOSE SK LEGAL
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