Dr. Hassan Mohsen Elhais is a highly sought-after legal consultant at Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy, with nearly 20 years of experience in family law, specializing in divorce matters. His extensive knowledge of UAE laws and Sharia principles allows him to provide comprehensive legal advice that is fully compliant with UAE regulations. Dr. Elhais is regarded as one of the UAE’s best lawyers in divorce law, consistently ranked at the top of the field and frequently consulted by international clients, foreign law firms, and global institutions for expert opinions on family disputes with UAE ties.
Dr. Hassan’s academic journey established a strong foundation for his expertise in family law.
After becoming a qualified lawyer, he earned a diploma in Private Law, with a focus on
Sharia law, among other areas. In addition, he holds a PhD in Civil Law and a Master’s
Degree in Law from Monofiya University. He is also the first expat member of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL) in the UAE jurisdiction – a prestigious global association of top specialists in family law in their respective countries.
Recognized globally for his expertise, Dr. Elhais has been featured in numerous local and international media outlets discussing critical aspects of family law in the UAE – including radio shows and interviews with The Agenda with Georgia Tolley on Dubai Eye, Al Aan TV etc. He is also on the recommended list of legal experts for multiple foreign embassies in the UAE such as the United Kingdom, United States, and Australia; a reflection of his outstanding credibility in handling international family law cases and cross-border divorce matters.
Expertise in Divorce Law
Dr. Elhais has built a distinguished career in family and divorce law, handling complex and high-profile cases involving marriage dissolution, custody disputes, financial settlements, and property division within the UAE legal system. His areas of expertise include:
- Divorce Proceedings: Advising on legal procedures for both Muslim and non-Muslim couples, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and providing tailored strategies for each client’s unique circumstances.
- Child Custody and Guardianship: Providing expert legal counsel on custody arrangements while ensuring the best interests of the child remain paramount.
- Financial Settlements and Alimony: Assisting clients in securing fair financial settlements and spousal maintenance, ensuring their rights and obligations are fully addressed.
- Division of Marital Assets: Advising on the legal aspects of property and asset division, particularly in cases involving multi-jurisdictional financial interests.
- Legal Agreements: Drafting and reviewing prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, ensuring clients’ interests are legally protected in line with Sharia/UAE laws.
- International Divorce Cases: Representing expatriate clients and foreign nationals in matters related to foreign court orders, international custody disputes, and enforcement of overseas divorce rulings with UAE ties.
International Legal Representation and Expert Appointments
Dr. Elhais has been formally appointed as a top legal expert in family and divorce law matters across multiple jurisdictions. His appointments reflect his extensive international legal expertise and deep understanding of comparative family law.
United Kingdom
- Legal opinion for a law firm in Scotland about divorce proceedings between an expatriate couple before the UAE courts.
- Legal Opinion to a UK based law firm regarding the validity, enforceability, and alternate options in the UAE in relation to a UK prenuptial agreement.
- A joint Expert Report to the Family Division of the High Court in London regarding Islamic divorce, the UAE family laws, and recognition and enforcement of English court orders in the UAE.
- Legal Opinion regarding a law firm based in the United Kingdom regarding registration process of a foreign court child arrangements order in the UAE.
- A joint Expert Report issued to the High Court in London on matters related to the UAE Family Law.
- A joint Expert Report issued to the Family Court at Cardiff about financial rights after divorce, and recognition and enforcement of foreign court orders in the UAE.
- A joint Expert Report issued to the Family Court at Manchester regarding child abduction from other country to the UAE.
- Legal Opinion to a law firm in the United Kingdom regarding family laws on parental abduction, recognition and enforcement of foreign judgements, and executing a settlement agreement in the UAE.
- A joint Expert Report to the East London Family Court regarding recognition and enforcement of foreign child arrangements order in the UAE.
Europe
- Legal Opinion for a law firm in Switzerland about various matters related to UAE family law such as divorce, application of foreign law, maintenance, etc.
- Legal Opinion issued to a law firm based in France regarding certain issues related to the UAE Family Law and the recognition of a foreign court order.
United States
- Legal Opinion for a law firm based in the United States of America regarding recognition and enforcement of a US parenting agreement in the UAE.
Canada
- Legal opinion for a law firm based in Canada regarding enforcement of an English Court order in the UAE in particular, and the general process of enforcement of foreign court orders in the UAE, and other matters related to the UAE family law.
Asia
- Legal Opinion issued to a Singapore based law firm regarding contact/ visitation rights in the UAE Family laws.
Australia
- A joint Expert Report to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia at Sydney regarding family laws on parental abduction in the UAE, recognition and enforcement of foreign judgements in the UAE, and custody rights under the UAE family laws.
Academic and Media Contributions
Having over 300 local and international publications, Dr. Elhais is a recognized as the best lawyer in UAE family and divorce law, frequently contributing to legal journals, newspapers, and international platforms. His expertise in divorce law, child custody rights, and financial settlements has been featured in major media outlets such as The National, Khaleej Times, Bloomberg, Reuters, and The Washington Post.
Dr. Hassan Elhais contributed the UAE chapter to the 6th edition of the International Comparative Legal Guides on Family Law 2023. This guide provides practical insights into cross-border family law matters. Published by the Global Legal Group, it serves as a valuable resource for legal professionals worldwide. He has also published numerous articles on divorce procedures, spousal maintenance laws, custody frameworks, and expatriate legal rights in the UAE. His legal insights serve as an essential resource for individuals undergoing marital dissolution in the UAE.
Why Choose Dr. Hassan Elhais?
Dr. Hassan Mohsen Elhais and his team of legal experts are widely renowned as the best divorce law practice in the UAE, offering expert legal counsel for individuals facing marital disputes, custody battles, financial settlements, and international family law complexities. His extensive experience and strategic legal approach ensure that clients receive comprehensive guidance and strong legal representation in their divorce cases.
Whether you are seeking divorce settlements, custody rights, asset protection, or legal advice on UAE family law, we provide trusted legal assistance, helping clients achieve the best possible outcomes in their cases.
Speaking Engagements and Global Influence
Working at one of the best law firms in Dubai, Dr. Elhais has been invited to speak at prestigious international legal conferences and forums on topics related to divorce law, family disputes, and international family law issues. His notable speaking engagements include:
London
International Centre for Family Law, Policy and Practice (2016)
Conference: Culture, Dispute Resolution and the Modernized Family
Invited as a Guest Speaker to discuss the Foreign Financial Order in the UAE
Cape Town
The 21st Annual Family Law Conference (2018)
Guest Speaker: Developing Muslim Law and how South African expats are dealt with from a legal perspective in divorces and with child disputes in the UAE
Dubai
International Academy of Family Lawyers (2018)
Guest Speaker: Enforcement of Foreign order in the UAE
International Academy of Family Lawyers (2023)
Guest Speaker: Child Abduction in the UAE
Tokyo
International Academy of Family Lawyers (2018)
Annual Meeting and Asia Pacific Chapter Meeting
Panellist: Family Law, Religious Marriages
United States
International Family Law Conference (2023)
Guest Speaker: USA & Canadian Chapters Meeting
Portugal
International Family Law Conference (2024)
Guest Speaker: Family Laws in the UAE
Abu Dhabi
International Family Law Conference (2024)
Expatriate Law
Guest Speaker: Child Relocation and Abduction in the UAE
Awards and Recognitions
His outstanding contributions to family and divorce law have earned Dr. Elhais over 30 prestigious awards and accolades, including:
- Legal Consultant of the Year award by M&A for Family Law (2016)
- Legal’s Finest in Civil Law (2017)
- Best Legal Consultant of the Year by Global 100 (2018 and 2019)
- Corporate America Today Annual Award for the Best Legal Consultant (2020)
- Lexology Legal Influencer for Future of Legal Services– Asia-Pacific (2022)
- Lexology Legal Influencer for Private Client– Asia-Pacific (2022 and 2023)
- Chambers & Partners Band 1 Ranking for Family/Matrimonial Law – High-Net-Worth Individuals for three consecutive years (2022-2024)
- Corporate LiveWire Legal Consultant of the Year
- ACQ5 Global Award for Civil Law
- UK-based Mondaq Thought Leadership Award
Professional Memberships and Credentials
- Associate Member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
- Member of the The European Criminal Bar Association (ECBA)
- Member of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL)
- Member of the International Bar Association (IBA)
- Member of the Egypt Bar Association
- Member of the International Lawyers Network (AEUROPEA)
- Member of the Union Internationale de Avocats (UIA)
- Member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP)
- Member of Law and Society Association (LSA)
- Member of the International Society of Family Law (ISFL)
- Member of Resolution (formerly Solicitors Family Law Association, SFLA)
- Member of Reunite International
- Member of World Link for Law Contact Information:
Dr Hassan Elhais – Legal Consultant
Email: hassan@professionallawyer.me
Phone: +971 4 355 8000
Whatsapp: +971 50 3685006
Website: www.professionallawyer.me
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