Licensed UAE Advocates & Legal Consultants

Defending Your Rights,
Securing Your Future

We provide luxury legal advocacy and high-end litigation solutions in Dubai and across the United Arab Emirates. With expert court & public prosecution presentation and deep expertise, we guide you through every legal challenge with precision, integrity, and confidentiality.

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Who We Are

A Local Firm of Legal Excellence

Established in the heart of Dubai, Maryam Saif Khatem Advocates & Legal Consultants stands as a beacon of high-end advocacy and comprehensive legal consultation.

We combine deep knowledge of UAE federal laws with standard strategic corporate and litigation advice. Serving both local and international businesses, financial institutions, families, and individuals, we deliver tailormade solutions designed to preserve client interests and mitigate risks.

Our Mission

To deliver legal services characterized with integrity and precision, ensuring the absolute legal protection of our clients' rights, businesses.

Core Pillars of Our Practice

Our work is guided by five fundamental principles that define who we are and how we represent our clients.

Integrity

Strict adherence to moral principles and absolute transparency in all client engagements.

Confidentiality

Ensuring complete security and absolute privacy for your sensitive legal and business information.

Professional Excellence

Delivering thorough research, robust strategies, and flawless execution in procedures.

Client First

We tailor our litigation strategies to align with your personal and corporate objectives.

Timely & Cost-Effective

Providing prompt legal support and intelligent litigation management for efficient resolution.

Specialisation

Specialized Legal Counsel & Advocacy

We offer bespoke representation and consulting services across diverse practice groups to protect your corporate and individual interests.

Commercial Litigation

Aggressive and smart representation in commercial disputes, breach of contracts, and partner disputes before Dubai and UAE courts.

Civil Litigation

Handling diverse civil disputes, property issues, ownership claims, and financial disputes with refined judicial navigation.

Corporate Law

Expert structuring, mergers, acquisitions, regulatory compliance, board governance, and joint ventures for companies in the UAE.

Commercial Law

Drafting distribution agreements, agency licensing, franchising, intellectual property protection, and standard business trade operations.

Business/individual Legal Consultation

Providing ongoing preventative legal counseling, risk analysis, and transaction vetting to safeguard executive decisions.

Court Representation

Licensed UAE advocates delivering persuasive pleadings and arguments across all judicial levels, from First Instance to Cassation.

Contract Drafting

Bespoke formulation of commercial contracts, NDAs, employment terms, and settlement deeds in dual languages (English/Arabic).

Commercial Appeals

Comprehensive analysis of initial court judgements, formulation of appellate briefs, and representation in higher courts of appeal.

Personal Status

Sensitive, highly confidential handling of family disputes, wills, inheritance distribution, guardianship, and matrimonial agreements.

Criminal Law

Providing robust defense representation in white-collar crimes, misdemeanors, and felony charges before UAE police, prosecution, and courts.

Police transactions

Assisting with police reports, bail applications, and representation during preliminary investigations at UAE police stations.

Public prosecution

Navigating public prosecution procedures, submitting petitions, and representing clients during prosecution hearings.

Why Choose Our Firm

The Competitive Advantage

01

Local Advocate

As licensed UAE practitioners, we hold the direct right of audience to represent clients before all state courts, offering a seamless line of defense without intermediaries.

02

Commercial & Corporate Acumen

We don't just understand law—we understand business. Our legal advice is aligned with market realities, protecting your bottom line and driving commercial growth.

03

Multilingual Legal Proficiency

Operating fluently in Arabic, English and other languages, we draft bilingual contracts, review Arabic court files directly, and communicate in your preferred business language.

04

Unyielding Confidentiality

As a boutique law firm, we maintain the highest standards of discretion. Your corporate secrets, disputes, and private legal situations are strictly protected.

Founder & Managing Partner

Maryam Saif Khatem

Maryam Saif Khatem - Founder

Founder, Local Advocate & Legal Consultant

Maryam Saif Khatem is a highly regarded Emirati legal professional with extensive experience More than 10 years representing corporate conglomerates, commercial entities, and individuals across high-stakes litigation and advisory matters in the UAE.

Maryam founded the firm and remains its primary courtroom advocate, personally representing each client before every UAE court. Rooted in local judicial wisdom, she ensures that corporate clients receive her direct strategic counsel, undivided focus, and uncompromising discretion.

Key Experience & Capabilities

  • Licensed Advocate with direct audience rights before all UAE Courts.
  • Deep expertise in UAE Civil Procedure Code and Commercial Transaction Laws.
  • Expert negotiator in complex corporate restructurings and partner disputes.
  • Fluent in conducting litigation and consultations in both Arabic and English.
Our Professionals

Our Legal Team

Dedicated advocates and legal consultants combining local judicial knowledge with international best practices.

Lawyer Ahmed Mageet

Ahmed Mageet

Lawyer

Lawyer Ahmed Mageet is recognized as one of the distinguished legal professionals within the team of Mariam Saif Khatem Law Firm & Legal Consultations. He brings a wealth of professional experience spanning nineteen years in the field of advocacy and law. This extensive tenure has equipped him with the proficiency to handle a wide array of complex cases and disputes with utmost competence, while honing his skills in deep legal analysis and devising effective judicial strategies that align with clients’ objectives and safeguard their best interests.

Lawyer Ahmed Mageet dedicates his vast experience to serving the firm’s clients, ensuring the delivery of precise legal consultations, distinguished representation before the courts, and optimal protection of rights. His presence reflects Mariam Saif Khatem Law Firm’s unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of quality and legal excellence across all practice areas.

Mohamed Mokhtar

Mohamed Mokhtar

Legal Consultant and Researcher

Legal Consultant and Researcher Mohamed Mokhtar is a valuable addition to the team of Mariam Saif Khatem Law Firm, bringing over nine years of practical legal experience, with a substantial portion of his professional journey dedicated to the United Arab Emirates. He possesses advanced expertise in drafting legal pleadings and memoranda, managing lawsuits and enforcement procedures, and delivering precise legal consultations with outstanding efficiency.

He excels in managing legal files through the electronic systems of courts, public prosecutions, and Rent Disputes Settlement Centers, following litigation procedures through to the final execution of judgments. He also demonstrates proven competence in liaising with governmental and semi‑governmental entities and navigating auxiliary systems, including the Notary Public, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, and the National Economic Registry, combined with strong follow‑up skills and the ability to perform effectively under pressure.

Amal Elaoued

Amal Elaoued

Office Manager

Ms. Amal Elaoued is a distinguished addition to the team of Mariam Saif Khatem Law Firm, bringing over eight years of practical experience across administrative, educational, and office management fields. Throughout her career, she has successfully combined supervisory roles, office organization, and academic teaching, which have honed her administrative acumen and effective communication skills with diverse groups.

Amal has demonstrated excellence in office management, coordinating schedules and meetings, and preparing travel itineraries for executive teams, alongside solid experience in supporting educational processes and helping students grasp concepts while enhancing their focus. She possesses strong organizational skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and a proven capacity for teamwork. Fluent in English, French, Arabic, and Urdu, she is well-equipped to provide comprehensive administrative and linguistic support within the firm's legal work environment.

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Our Location

Al Garhoud Business Centre, Mezzanine floor / M26, Dubai, UAE

Call Us Directly

+971 6 5341415

Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

WhatsApp Chat

+971 (0) 50 3611 116

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Email Communication

info@msklaw.ae

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