UAE Expat Wills is a specialised legal platform powered by Summit Legal Consultancy in the UAE, helping residents, expats, and asset holders understand and organise their wills, inheritance, estates, and family legal matters.
UAE Expat Wills is a specialised legal platform for wills, inheritance, and family legal matters for residents and expats in the United Arab Emirates.
It is managed and operated by Summit Legal Consultancy — a legal consultancy firm in the UAE providing legal services to individuals, families, and investors in the areas of wills, inheritance, estate planning, and family law.
We created this platform to provide clear, straightforward legal content on wills, inheritance, and family matters in the UAE, and to help clients understand the available options before making important legal decisions.
Our services are provided in Arabic, English, and Russian to ensure clear communication with clients from diverse nationalities and backgrounds.
Many residents and expats in the UAE are unaware of how local laws and procedures can affect the estate, bank accounts, real estate, and children in the absence of an organised will or clear legal planning.
This platform provides simplified legal content in three languages on available options, and helps clients connect with a legal team to review their situations and choose the right path.
We focus on wills, inheritance, estate planning, and family matters in the UAE, while accounting for the different needs of Muslims, non-Muslims, and residents of multiple nationalities.
We aim to help residents and expats in the UAE understand the importance of legal planning for wills and estates, and take considered steps to protect their families and assets.
The Summit Legal Consultancy team includes legal consultants working on wills, inheritance, estate planning, and family matters, with support in Arabic, English, and Russian.
Consultations on Muslim wills, Faraid rules, one-third bequest, and estate planning in accordance with UAE laws and regulations.
Consultations on DIFC and ADGM wills for non-Muslims, asset organisation, beneficiary arrangements, and guardianship as applicable.
Consultations on guardianship, family changes, family businesses, and powers of attorney in accordance with applicable laws and procedures.
Service fees vary based on the nature of the request, number of assets, relevant authority, complexity, and required documents. A suitable estimate can be provided after a case review.
| Service | Description | Fee Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| DIFC Individual Will | For non-Muslims — organising UAE assets based on the case | Per case |
| DIFC Joint Will | For spouses — organising beneficiaries and assets based on the case | Per case |
| Islamic Will | For Muslims — per Faraid rules and applicable UAE laws | Per case |
| Child Guardianship Arrangements | Within a suitable will or independent documents based on the case | Per case |
| Power of Attorney | Legal, financial, or administrative authorities per POA scope | Per case |
| Family Business Organisation | Reviewing share transfer and continuity arrangements | Per case |
| Will Review and Update | Upon changes in family or financial circumstances | Per case |
| Initial Review | Understanding the case and identifying the right path | Determined on contact |
We provide legal and advisory services in accordance with UAE laws and regulations.
Consultations on DIFC and ADGM will procedures and estate planning for non-Muslims in the UAE.
Services in Arabic, English, and Russian to facilitate communication with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Client information and documents are handled with full confidentiality and privacy.
Consultations for Muslims and non-Muslims based on each case's nature and applicable laws.
We review each client's situation based on assets, family, nationality, and relevant authority.
We ensure content and services are updated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
We help you understand the right path before starting legal procedures.
Contact us via any of the channels below and our team will get back to you to review the initial information and identify the most suitable path for your case.
Contact our legal team to review your situation and identify the right legal path for wills, estates, and family matters.
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