As Dubai solidifies its position as a global destination for wealth creation and preservation, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) are increasingly seeking long-term legal strategies to protect their assets, plan for succession, and ensure their legacy endures across generations. While the emirate offers vast opportunities, it also presents unique legal challenges when it comes to inheritance laws, ownership structures, and cross-border asset planning.

At Alhajeya Alnoobi Advocates & Legal Consultants, under the leadership of Lawyer Jihad El Haddad, we provide elite estate planning services tailored to the needs of international investors with diverse holdings in Dubai and beyond.

Navigating Inheritance Laws in the UAE

Inheritance law in the UAE is a complex intersection of local legislation, Sharia principles, and international treaties. For non-Muslim investors, failing to proactively plan their estate can result in outcomes that diverge sharply from their intentions.

Dubai now allows non-Muslims to register wills under the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry or through Dubai Courts, enabling clients to dictate how their UAE-based assets should be distributed upon death. Without such a will, Sharia law may apply by default—often with unintended consequences for spouses and children.

Our firm ensures that your estate plan is not only legally enforceable but also optimized to reflect your family dynamics, international holdings, and business interests.

Asset Structuring for Maximum Protection

Beyond wills, protecting high-value assets in the UAE requires strategic ownership structuring. This may include:

Trust formation and offshore holding structures
Family business governance frameworks
Foundations under DIFC or ADGM laws
Nominee arrangements and shareholding agreements

Our legal team works closely with tax advisors and international legal partners to ensure that your structures comply with local regulations while minimizing exposure and maximizing control.

Safeguarding Business and Real Estate Legacies

Many international investors own not just personal property, but also operating companies and income-generating assets in Dubai. Our estate planning approach goes beyond asset division—we help you:

Establish succession plans for businesses
Protect income streams from rental or commercial properties
Draft shareholder agreements that prevent disputes among heirs
Ensure regulatory compliance with the Dubai Land Department (DLD), Free Zones, and other authorities

With careful legal foresight, we help our clients preserve wealth across generations without disruption or unnecessary conflict.

Why Partner with Alhajeya Alnoobi Advocates & Legal Consultants

Tailored Solutions – We craft estate plans around each client’s personal, business, and jurisdictional context.
Cross-Border Expertise – We understand the legal implications of owning assets in multiple countries and offer global coordination.
Confidential and Strategic – We handle every matter with discretion and aim to optimize both legal protection and family harmony.
Proven Track Record – Our clients trust us with some of the most complex and valuable estates in the region.

Estate planning isn’t just about preparing for the future—it’s about controlling outcomes, protecting legacies, and securing peace of mind today. For international investors with substantial holdings in Dubai, a legally sound, globally aware estate plan is essential.

Let Alhajeya Alnoobi Advocates & Legal Consultants and Lawyer Jihad El Haddad guide you through every step with discretion, precision, and unwavering commitment to your legacy.