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Help in the UAE
Where to turn if you need local advice and guidance, including legal, in Abu Dhabi or Dubai
and the Northern Emirates
Click here for Dubai and the Northern Emirates
Click here for Abu Dhabi (including Al Ain)
This document contains:
Lists of Lawyers
Lists of Notarial Service Providers
Lists of Translators
List of Counsellors
Lists of Charitable Organisations
Dubai and the Northern Emirates
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List of lawyers in Dubai
Prepared by British Embassy Dubai
www.gov.uk
The following list of lawyers has been prepared by the British Embassy Dubai for the convenience of British Nationals who may require legal advice
and assistance in Dubai. It is provided on the understanding that we (the British Embassy) do not assume or undertake any legal responsibility, to
you, or those affected, if you choose to take it into account when instructing a local lawyer.
Further and alternatively, we cannot accept any liability to any person or company for any financial loss or damage arising from the use of this
information or from any failure to give information.
Our aim is to provide our customers with as much relevant information to enable them to make better informed decisions but our lists are not
recommendations and should not be treated as such.
List of lawyers in Dubai Updated: August 2015
This list is in alphabetical order (following Honorary Legal Advisor’s details).
Trowers & Hamlins LLP Mr Bill Jefferies Mr Nick White Burjuman Business Tower Floor 20, Office 2010 Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Road (Trade Centre Road) P O Box 23092 Dubai
Tel: +971 4 351 9201 Fax: +971 4 351 9205 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.trowers.com
Opening hours 08:30 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs
Out of Hours Contacts will receive mobile numbers.
This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention (can also mark Exhibits). Registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Specialisations are in: Corporate Law, including company formation, restructuring and M&A; Commercial Law, including distribution, franchising, employment, education, leisure, etc; Construction Law; Projects and Project Finance; Dispute Resolution.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 30 minutes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ, RAK and Fujairah.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are aware of UK law.
They do not offer a re-payment plan.
Ahmed Ibrahim Advocates & Legal Consultants. Mr Ahmed Nofal, Senior Legal Consultant ACICO Business Park, Port Saeed, 4th floor, Office No. 406, Deira Tel: + 971 50 481 2240 Fax: +971 55 767 4030 Email: [email protected] Opening hours
08:00 - 20:00 Sun - Thurs
This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Full litigation support; Employment; Family law; Criminal; Corporate finance & commercial law; Arbitration; Property & real estate law; Fraud; Aviation law; Contracts; Trade Law; Banking law; Intellectual Property Law; Civil Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 1 phone call for 20 minutes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover: Abu Dhabi, ALL, R.A.K, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman and U.A.Q.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are not aware of UK law.
They do not offer a re-payment plan.
M/s Al Matrooshi Advocates & Legal Consultants Mr Abdul Aziz Al Matrooshi, Chairman Al Harthy Building, 4th Floor, Flat No. 401, Al Mina Road, Bur Dubai, P O Box 34143 Dubai Tel: + 971 4 393 0039 Fax: + 971 4 393 0049 Email: [email protected] Website: www.advocatesuae.com Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs Out of Hours +971 50 656 4964 This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Full litigation support; Employment; Family law; Criminal; Corporate finance & commercial law; Arbitration; Property & real estate law; Fraud; Aviation law; Contracts; Trade Law; Banking law; Intellectual Property Law; Civil Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 1 phone call for 20 minutes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover: Abu Dhabi, ALL, R.A.K, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman and U.A.Q.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are not aware of UK law.
They do not offer a re-payment plan.
Al Midfa & Associates Ms. Tina Thapar 1004/1005 Al Reem Tower, Al Maktoum Road, Deira Tel: + 971 4 2272 701 Email: [email protected] Website: www.almidfalawyers.com Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Civil Law; Commercial Law; Labour Matters; All Personal Status Matters; Criminal Law; Rent Disputes.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, by one email.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover: Abu Dhabi, R.A.K, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman and U.A.Q.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They do offer a re-payment plan (only to Valid Residence/Employment Visas).
Al Rowaad Advocates & Legal Consultancy Mr. Hassan Mohsen Elhais, Mrs. Awatif Mohd Khouri, Ms. Alexandra Tribe and Mr. David Hallam-Peel 29th Floor, H Hotel Office Tower, One Sheikh Zayed Road, Adjacent to World trade Centre Roundabout, Dubai Tel: +971 4 325 4000 For emergency (SMS only): +971 50 506 5861, +971 55 226 4596 English Law: +971 4 358 9444 Email: UAE Law: [email protected], [email protected] English Law: [email protected] Website: www.awfuae.com www.professionallawyer.me www.expatriatelaw.com This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Reduction in fees may be offered for multiple pages.
Specialisations are in: Family Law; Marriage/Divorce; Insurance Law; Commercial/Business law; Civil law; Criminal Damages; Damages Claims; Narcotics; Contract Law; Corporations; Inheritance law; Employment Law; Car Accidents.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, by one email.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover: Abu Dhabi, R.A.K, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman and U.A.Q.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are aware of UK law (English Family Solicitors/Divorce).
They do offer a re-payment plan.
Bin Haider Advocates & Legal Consultants Ms. Rachel Leigh-Doyle The H Hotel, Office Tower, 32nd Floor, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 3588 777, +971 55 140 7756 Email: [email protected] Website: www.binhaideradvocate.com This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention.
Specialisations are in: Criminal and Civil Law; Commercial Law; Immigration Law; International Law; Banking and Business Law; Company Establishment; Real Estate; Family Law; Labour Law; Arbitration law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover: Abu Dhabi, Sharjah.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They do offer a re-payment plan.
Everys Legal Consultancy Mr Charles Cuthbert, Mr Simon Isgar and Mr Bill Gambrill Offices 2501, The Fairmont, Sheikh Zayed Road, P O Box 73310 Dubai Tel: + 971 4 311 6546 Fax: + 971 4 332 8810 Email: [email protected] Website: www.everys.ae Opening hours 08:30 - 17:00 Sun - Thurs Out of Hours Tel: +971 50 877 8184 This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Signature held by FCO legalisation Office in the UK. Is a commissioner of oaths but NOT a notary public. Registered with the law Society of England and Wales.
Specialisations are in: Matrimonial law; Wills &Trusts; Company Law; Employment Law; Health Insurance Law; Arbitration & Litigation.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Initial call (maximum of 10 minutes).
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Abu Dhabi, Sharjah.
They do not have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are aware of UK law.
They do not offer a re-payment plan.
Gateley UK LLP JTL Branch Mr Amrik Sangha, Partner Office 10E Gold AU Tower Cluster I, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, P O Box 213241 Dubai Tel: + 971 4 4549 586 Fax: + 971 4 4549 587 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gateleyae.com Opening hours 08:30 - 17:30 Sun - Thurs Out of Hours +971 50 8758855 This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Corporate; Construction; Property/Real Estate; Litigation; Employment; Commercial; Projects.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, first meeting (1 hour).
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Abu Dhabi, ALL, Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ, RAK and Fujairah.
They do not have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are aware of UK law, Head Office in UK.
They do offer a re-payment plan.
Global Advocates and legal Consultants Mr. Nasser Ahmed Al Osaiba 21st Floor, Rolex Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 327 7772 Email: [email protected] Website: www.globaladvocates.net This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: International and Local Arbitration; Local Litigation (Civil, Commercial, Criminal); Litigation before DIFC Courts.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ and RAK.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are aware of UK law.
They do offer a re-payment plan.
International Advocate Legal Services Ms Diana Hamade, Founder/Lawyer & Legal Consultant Umm Ramool, Airport Road, Near Khansaheb and Habtoor, P O Box 10223 Dubai Tel: +971 4 2844 733 Fax: +971 4 2844663 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.ials.ae Opening hours 09:00 - 17:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths and Witnessing signatures. The services provided are normally for use in the UK and Commonwealth countries. Registered with Ministry of Justice UAE, Dubai Courts and DIFC Courts.
Specialisations are in: Labour Law; Criminal Law; Family Law; Corporate Law; Civil Law; Commercial Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: No.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover All Emirates, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ and RAK.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are aware of UK law.
They do not offer a re-payment plan.
James Berry & Associates Mr. James Berry 3rd Floor, 304, API Tower Sh. Zayed Road, P O Box 52294 Dubai Tel: +971 4 331 7552 Email: [email protected] Website: www.jamesberrylaw.com This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Although they provide Notarial Services, please note that they are NOT Notary Public.
Specialisations are in: Corporate & Commercial Areas; Company Set Ups; Trademark; Real Estate; Employment; Family Law; Wills and Estate Inheritance; Debt Recovery; Company Secretarial Services; Litigation.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 10 minutes by phone.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They do not offer a re-payment plan.
Khairallah Advocates & Legal Consultants Mr. Abdultaiyab Bahrainwala 3504 Churchill Tower, Business Bay, Dubai Tel: +971 4 4270 845 Email: [email protected] Website: www.khairallahlegal.com Opening hours 09:00 - 17:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Family Law; Labour Law; Civil & Commercial Law; Criminal Law; Real Estate Law; Banking Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: No.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover other Emirates.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They offer a re-payment plan.
Nasser Malalla Advocates & Legal Consultants Mr Nasser Malalla Ghanem, Senior Partner 803, ACICO Business Park, Port Saeed, Sheikh Rashid Road, P O Box 410241 Dubai Tel: + 971 4 2999 771 Fax: + 971 4 2999 771 Email: [email protected] Website: www.nmlaw.com Opening hours 08:00 - 18:30 Sat - Thurs Out of Hours + 971 50 6450805 This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Corporate & Commercial; Litigation; Arbitration; Rental; Real Estate; Personal & Family Law; Criminal; Civil; Advisory & Consultancy; Finance and Banking; Contracts; ADR.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ, RAK and Fujairah.
They are aware of UK law.
They do not offer a re-payment plan (depending on case).
Rashed Bin Arab Advocates & Legal Consultants Mr. Hassan Mattar, Senior Legal Consultant Business Atrium Bldg, Office 205, Oud Metha St., Bur Dubai Dubai Tel: +971 4 357 5999 Email: [email protected] Website: www.binarab.com This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention.
Specialisations are in: Matrimonial; Employment Law; Family Law; Commercial & Business Law; Corporate Law; Collections Law; Child Protection; Marriage Law; Divorce Law; Insurance Law; Banking Law; Financial Law; Transportation Law; Tenancy Law; Real Estate Law; Contracts Law; Taxes Law; Government Law; Labour Law Relation; Immigration Law; Auto/Accidents.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 15-20 minutes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, R.A.K., Al Ain, GCC.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They do offer a re-payment plan.
Sanad International Law Group Stephen Field Barrister (England & Wales), Legal Consultant Mr. Abdul Rahman Al Sharhan, Managing Partner 48 Burj Gate Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road, Next to Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall Metro Station, P O Box 555567 Dubai Tel: +971 4 388 9955, +971 50 744 6758 Email: [email protected] Website: www.silg.ae This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Registered with UAE Notary Public and can notarise local documents in English and Arabic.
Specialisations are in: Cases in DIFC-LCIA, DIAC; Civil(Civil transactions/Disputes/Litigation); Commercial; Compliance Law; Construction & Engineering Law; Contract & legal Documents; Corporate Law; Criminal Law; Dispute Management & Resolution; Expat Legal Services; Expo 2020 Full advice package; Family & Matrimonial Law; Finance Law; Insurance Law; Intellectual Property; Labour law; Legal Consultants; Leisure & Hotel Law; Media Law; Notary Services; Professions; Project Legal Services; Real Estate Law; Retail & Trade; Sole Traders; Sports Law; Tort Law; Travel & Tourism.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 30 minutes by appointment.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ, RAK and Fujairah.
They have representation in the UAE Courts.
They do not offer a re-payment plan.
Trench & Associates Ms. Cynthia Trench, Principal 2/F Union National Bank Bldg., Khalid Bin Waleed Street, P O Box 21832 Dubai Tel : + 971 4 355 3146 Fax : + 971 4 355 3106 Email: [email protected] Website: www.trenchlaw.com Opening hours 08:00 - 19:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Will discount for existing customers or if there are more than 5 documents. As Solicitors/Commissions of Oaths. Registered with the law Society England and Wales (SRC) for all solicitors at the firm.
Specialisations are in: Corporate; Commercial (Agencies / Management / JVs / Hotels); Property Transactions & disputes; Litigation General & Employment; Construction Dispute; Estate Planning & Wills.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 30 minutes for employment advice to employees.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Sharjah, UAQ, RAK, Fujairah and Al Ain.
They do not have representation in the UAE Courts.
They are aware of UK law.
They do offer a re-payment plan.
TWS Legal Consultants Ms. Nita Maru, Solicitor/Director HDS Tower – Cluster F, 30th floor, Office Suite 3001, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai Tel: +971 4 448 4284 Fax: +971 4 448 4285 Email: [email protected] Website: www.willsuae.com, www.twslegal.ae Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention.
Specialisations are in: Wills for Muslim and Non Muslim clients, Probate, Administration of deceased’s estate in the UAE and the UK; Family matters for Muslim and Non Muslim Clients including Divorce, Custody, Guardianship, Financial Settlements, Real Estate and Conveyancing, Company Formation; Asset Protection; Commercial Contacts; Criminal and Trademarks.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can provide legal aid.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, one phone call for 10 minutes.
They offer a Free Divorce Legal Clinic every last Tuesday of the month providing 15 minutes free advice.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Abu Dhabi.
They do not have representation in the Dubai Courts.
They advise on UK law matters.
They do not offer a re-payment plan.
Feedback Form for Customers
If you do decide to use any of the lawyers on this list, we would like to hear from you. While there is no obligation on your part to provide feedback on the services you receive, any feedback you can give us is helpful.
Once completed, please return the form to the Embassy by post to British Embassy Dubai, Al Seef Road, Bur Dubai, P O Box 65, Dubai, United Arab Emirates or by email to [email protected]. An electronic version of the form is available at www.gov.uk/notarial-and-documentary-services-guide-for-the-united-arab-emirates. Thank you for your help.
1. Name of firm:
2. Name of lawyer:
3. Date of contact:
Are any of the details on our list regarding this provider wrong? (e.g. address, telephone number, etc.)
4. What service did you need?
5. Why did you need this service?
Please circle the appropriate boxes below:
(a) If the service provided English speaking services, how would you rate the standard of English? Excellent Good Average Poor Very Poor
(b) How would you rate the professionalism of the staff? Excellent
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(c) How would you rate the overall service received? Excellent
Good
Average
Poor
Very Poor
(d) How would you rate the value for money? Excellent
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List of translators and interpreters in Dubai and
Northern Emirates
Prepared by British Embassy Dubai
www.gov.uk
The following list of translators and interpreters has been prepared by the British Embassy
Dubai for the convenience of British Nationals who may require these services and assistance
in Dubai and Northern Emirates. It is provided on the understanding that we (the
British Embassy) do not assume or undertake any legal responsibility, to you, or those
affected, if you choose to take it into account when instructing a local translator or interpreter.
Further and alternatively, we cannot accept any liability to any person or company for any
financial loss or damage arising from the use of this information or from any failure to give
information.
Our aim is to provide our customers with as much relevant information to enable them to
make better informed decisions but our lists are not recommendations and should not be
treated as such.
List of translators and interpreters in Dubai and Northern Emirates
Updated: July 2015 This list is in alphabetical order.
Al Khabit Legal Translation Ghuwair Centre, Behind Arab Bank, Rolla, P O Box 23538 Sharjah Tel: + 971 65618092 This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They are licenced by the Department of Economy and all translators are certified by the Ministry of Justice.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Eman Translation Services Shaikha Maryam Building (above Golden Fork Restaurant) 1st Floor Flat 104 Al Nasr Square P O Box 27750 Deira Tel: +971 4 2247066 Mobile: 050-6987006 (Mr Abdel Halim) Fax: +971 4 2247944 E-mail: [email protected] This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They are licenced by the Department of Economy and all translators are certified by the Ministry of Justice.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Flash Legal Translation Centre Al Ghuwair building, Behind Al Arouba St, P O Box 704 Sharjah Tel: +971 65617435 This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They are licenced by the Department of Economy and all translators are certified by the Ministry of Justice.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
House of Translation Basement Floor - Office No. 08 Bin Sougat Centre, Airport Road, Rashidiya, P O Box 77921 Dubai Tel: +971 4 2363880 Fax: +971 4 2853444 E-mail: [email protected] This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They are licenced by the Department of Economy and all translators are certified by the Ministry of Justice.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
International Reliance Centre M-2, Mattar Tower, Ahmed Bin Abdullah St, P O Box 1221 Fujairah Tel: +971 92227054 This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They are licenced by the Department of Economy and all translators are certified by the Ministry of Justice.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
RAK Business Centre RAK Free Trade Zone Business Park Nakheel area, P O Box 17111 Ras Al Khaimah
Tel: + 971 (0) 7 204 1188 Fax: + 971 (0) 7 204 1010 Email: [email protected] This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They are licenced by the Department of Economy and all translators are certified by the Ministry of Justice.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Secretarial & Business Services CO. (Net-Com) Bani Yas street (Opposite Deira Tower), P O Box 3841 Deira
Tel: + 971 4 2227434 Fax: + 971 4 2226868 E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]
This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They are licenced by the Department of Economy and all translators are certified by the Ministry of Justice.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Talal Abu Ghazaleh and Company International Gulf General Investment building, Union St, P O Box 1785 Ajman
Tel: +971 6-5563484
This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They are licenced by the Department of Economy and all translators are certified by the Ministry of Justice.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Feedback Form for Customers
If you do decide to use any of the translators and interpreters on this list, we would like to hear from you. While there is no obligation on your part to provide feedback on the services you receive, any feedback you can give us is helpful.
Once completed, please return the form to the Embassy by post to British Embassy Dubai, Al Seef Road, Bur Dubai, P O Box 65, Dubai, United Arab Emirates or by email to [email protected]. An electronic version of the form is available at www.gov.uk/notarial-and-documentary-services-guide-for-the-united-arab-emirates. Thank you for your help.
1. Name of firm:
2. Name of translator/interpreter:
3. Date of contact:
Are any of the details on our list regarding this provider wrong? (e.g. address, telephone number, etc.)
4. What service did you need?
5. Why did you need this service?
Please circle the appropriate boxes below:
(a) If the service provided English speaking services, how would you rate the standard of English? Excellent Good Average Poor Very Poor (b) How would you rate the professionalism of the staff? Excellent
Good
Average
Poor
Very Poor
(c) How would you rate the overall service received? Excellent
Good
Average
Poor
Very Poor
(d) How would you rate the value for money? Excellent
Good
Average
Poor
Very Poor
6. Do you have any other comments?
We would like to share this information with other customers but if you would prefer it not to be seen by others please tick the box □
Feedback provider’s name:
Tel. No.:
Email:
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List of counsellors in Dubai and
Northern Emirates
Prepared by British Embassy Dubai
www.gov.uk
The following list of counsellors has been prepared by the British Embassy Dubai for the
convenience of British Nationals who may require these services and assistance in Dubai and
Northern Emirates. It is provided on the understanding that we (the British Embassy) do not
assume or undertake any legal responsibility, to you, or those affected, if you choose to take it
into account when instructing a local translator or interpreter.
Further and alternatively, we cannot accept any liability to any person or company for any
financial loss or damage arising from the use of this information or from any failure to give
information.
Our aim is to provide our customers with as much relevant information to enable them to
make better informed decisions but our lists are not recommendations and should not be
treated as such.
Mental Health British Medical Consulting Centre Villa 32 Jumeirah Beach Road Dr Abdul Akeel Wahab Tel: + 971 4 3442633 Human Relations Institute Knowledge Village Block 13 Area G Dr Raymond Hamden - Clinical and Forensic Psychologist Tel: + 971 4 3658498 Dubai Community Health Centre Jumeirah Beach Rd. Jumeirah Dr Amer Saadeddin – Specialist Psychiatrist Tel: + 971 4 3953939 Counselling & Development Clinic Villa No. 415A Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 3 Near HSBC Bank/ CitiBank, Opp. Jumeira Park Dr McCarthy Tel: + 971 43946122 Belhoul European Hospital Dune Centre, Al Dhiyafah Street Satwa, Dubai Dr Bahar Celen Tel: + 971 4 3454000 Singhania Children’s Clinic Al Razi Bldg Dubai Healthcare City Dr Rajeshree Singhania Tel: + 971 4 4298498 LightHouse Arabia Villa 2, Jumeirah Road Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai Dr. Saliha Afridi Dr. Tara Wyne Tel: + 971 4 380 9298 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lighthousearabia.com
Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Society Dubai SANDS offers support to those who have lost a baby whether through stillbirth, neonatal loss or termination for medical reasons. The group is run by bereaved parents, for bereaved parents. It is a branch of the UK-based Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society. Angela: Tel: + 971 4 348 2801 Anita: Tel: + 971 50 644 7903 Website: www.dubai-sands.org (affiliated to UK support group) Grief Counselling Raymee Grief Centre Villa 2, Jumeirah Road, Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai P O Box 334273 Tel: 04 380 9298 Contact: Carey Kirk Mobile: 055 5085538 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lighthousearabia.com/raymeegrief.html Family & Relationship Counselling Counselling & Development Clinic Villa 415A Jumeirah Beach road Tel: + 971 4 3946122 Counselling Dubai Keith Nicholl Medical Centre Villa 610 Beach Road Jumeirah Tel: + 971 55 8936524 British Medical Consulting Centre Villa 32 Beach Road Jumeirah Tel: + 971 4 3442633 Dubai Community Health Centre Jumeirah Beach Road Jumeirah Tel: + 971 4 3953939 Debt Counselling Holborn Assets Pyramid Centre Umm Hurair Road Suite 102 Ross Mills Tel: + 971 4 33609880
Marriage Counselling Dubai Community Health Centre Beach Road Jumeirah Dr Kennon Rider or Sailaja Menon Tel: + 971 4 395 3939 Al Lulu Medical Centre P O Box 21619 SHARJAH 11 & 12, Omer Khayam Rest building, Arooba Street, Rolla, Sharjah Tel: + 971 6-5646252 Website: http://lulumedicalcenter.com Psychiatric Clinic P O Box 24978 SHARJAH Opposite Al Shabia Cafe, Corniche Al Buhaira, Sharjah Tel: + 971 6-5737789
List of charitable organisations in Dubai and
Northern Emirates
Prepared by British Embassy Dubai
www.gov.uk
The following list of charitable organisations has been prepared by the British Embassy Dubai
for the convenience of British Nationals who may require these services and assistance in
Dubai and Northern Emirates. It is provided on the understanding that we (the
British Embassy) do not assume or undertake any legal responsibility, to you, or those
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The British Community Assistance Fund (BCAF) P O Box: 51299, Dubai – United Arab Emirates. Website: www.bcaf.ae/ContactUs.aspx The British Community Assistance Fund (BCAF) is purely voluntary organisation which exists to provide help to British Nationals who find themselves in distress in Dubai and Northern Emirates. BCAF provides help in form of legal, financial and medical assistance, repatriation, as well as counselling, both for those with marital difficulties and for the bereaved. Should you, or any other British citizen you know, be in urgent need of help please do not hesitate to contact them.
Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) Helpline: +971 800-111 Tel: +971 4- 6060 300 Fax: +971 4- 2871 221 Website: www.dfwac.ae The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) is the first licensed non-profit shelter in the UAE for women and children victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and trafficking. It was established in 2007 to offer victims immediate protection and support services in accordance with international human rights obligations. The foundation provides a helpline, emergency shelter, and support services to women and children victims. DFWAC aims to protect physically, sexually, and emotionally abused and the escalation of violence, and promote social awareness through education and outreach. The Salvation Army (Middle East Region): Tel: +971 56 102 2523 The Salvation Army is in early days of development here in the UAE. A Christian Church with a strong desire to help those in need regardless of race or religion, the organisation is exploring ways in which it can work out this calling here. There are four Salvation Army officers in the region, two in Kuwait and two based in Sharjah/Dubai with responsibility for the UAE. Although the operation is currently very small The Salvation Army may be able to help with practical help. Referrals are preferred through the Embassy who might be able to better channel the requests but in the UAE the officers (Majors Mark and Tracy Bearcroft). Helping Hands in UAE Telephone: +971 50 – 567 1434 (Elle and Roger) E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.HelpingHandsUae.com Helping Hands UAE is a secular charitable project which has evolved to help those in real need. It does not matter to us where the person is from, what his religion or beliefs are. If he/she is needy and they have it, they’ll give it.
Beit Al Khair Society UAE This is an organisation that aims to provide financial help to the poor and the homeless. Website: www.beitalkhair.org/ar/ Handicapped Guardian Association (HGA), UAE This is an organisation that provides services for children with special needs in UAE. Website: www.hga-uae.org.ae/ Dubai Autism Center, UAE The Dubai Autism Center is a non profit organization that aims to serve children with autism spectrum disorders in Dubai, UAE. Website: www.dubaiautismcenter.ae/ Hemaya, UAE Hemaya aims to promote and raise awareness against drugs in UAE and other Arab countries. Website: http://hemaya.ae/ Manzil Centre for Challenged Individuals, UAE This organisation provides educational and adaptive living skills programmes for students with special needs between the ages of 3 to 30 years since its inception in 2005. Website: www.manzil.ae/html/index.php Red Crescent for United Arab Emirates Tel: +971 2-641-9000 The UAERC is a national, humanitarian and voluntary authority that provides aid and assistance to the vulnerable without discrimination as in nationality, race, gender, and colour, religious, political or ideological beliefs. Website: www.rcuae.ae/Pages/Default.aspx Rashid Paediatric Therapy Centre The Rashid Paediatric Therapy Centre has provided therapies and special educational services to hundreds of children from many nationalities. Website: www.rashidc.ae The Emirates Airline Foundation The Emirates Airline Foundation aim is to improve the quality of life for children, regardless of geographical, political or religious boundaries and to help them maintain or improve their human dignity. Website: www.emiratesairlinefoundation.org
Dubai Center for Special Needs The Dubai Center for Special Needs is an established, non-profitable institution that aims to provide the highest standards of service in specialized education and therapy, for children with various disabilities. Website: www.dcsneeds.ae Al Noor Training Centre This Centre serves children with special needs from different nationalities and can accommodate up to 300 children in the new facility. Website: www.alnooruae.org Dubai Community Health Centre Dubai Community Health Centre (DCHC) is a private, non-profit organization which aims to provide help in a positive, supportive and non-clinical setting. The centre provides multi-disciplinary mental health and developmental care services for people of all ages with special needs. Website: www.dubaicommunityhealthcentre.org Make Poverty History This is a Non-Governmental Organisation in UAE that aims to raise awareness about poverty, aids and other problems in the Middle East. Website: www.makepovertyhistory.ae/ Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoom Foundation, UAE Dubai-based foundation launched by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoom, with the aim of empowering future generations to devise sustainable home-grown solutions to challenges faced by the Arab World. Website: www.mbrfoundation.ae/ Safe Kids Organization, UAE Social organisation that aims to prevent accidental childhood injury in UAE. Website: www.safekidsme.com/ Al-Maktoom Foundation, UAE A multicultural foundation that aims to promote and present an understanding of Islam and Muslims in all over the world. Website: www.almaktoumfoundation.com
Alcoholics Anonymous Tel: + 971 56 149 6292 (Dubai/Sharjah Hotline) Tel: + 971 50 151 8132 (Dubai Ladies Only Hotline) E-mail [email protected]
Website: www.aauae.net/
Al-Anon Provide support to family, friends and anyone else who is affected by an alcoholic in their lives. [email protected] Brest Friends [email protected] Breast Cancer Support Group American Hospital in Dubai Tel: + 971 4 3096553 Breast Awareness Hotline Belhoul European Hospital Tel: + 971 4-3454000, Mob: + 971 50-6324275 (Dr. Walid Achi)
Abu Dhabi (including Al Ain)
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List of lawyers in Abu Dhabi (including Al Ain)
Prepared by British Embassy Abu Dhabi
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The following list of lawyers has been prepared by the British Embassy Abu Dhabi for the convenience of British Nationals who may require legal
advice and assistance in Abu Dhabi (including Al Ain). It is provided on the understanding that we (the British Embassy) do not assume or undertake
any legal responsibility, to you, or those affected, if you choose to take it into account when instructing a local lawyer.
Further and alternatively, we cannot accept any liability to any person or company for any financial loss or damage arising from the use of this
information or from any failure to give information.
Our aim is to provide our customers with as much relevant information to enable them to make better informed decisions but our lists are not
recommendations and should not be treated as such.
List of lawyers in Abu Dhabi (including Al Ain)
Updated: August 2015 This list is in alphabetical order (following Honorary Legal Advisor’s details).
Reed Smith LLP. Peter Michelmore Level 14, Al Sila Tower Abu Dhabi Global Market Square, Al Maryah Island P O Box 46904 Abu Dhabi Tel : +971 2 622 2636 Email: [email protected] Website: www.reedsmith.com/Abu-Dhabi-United-Arab-Emirates/ Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Registered with Law Society of England & Wales / Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA). Also have a branch in Dubai.
Specialisations are in: British, local international Corporate and commercial law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
Abdullah Mohammed Rasul Al Harmodi & Partners (AMR & Partners) Mr Abdullah M.R. Al Harmodi and Mr Jessem Meshawi Towers Penthouse Floor Opposite Mamoura Towers Complex Abu Dhabi Tel: + 9712 222 2515 Al Ain Tel: +971 3 780 3033 Dubai Tel.: +971 50 375 0010 Email: [email protected] Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Criminal, Family, Civil, Commercial Corporate, Litigation, Arbitration, Employment and International Transactions.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, free initial phone consultation.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Abdel Qadir Ismail Associates Abdel Qadir Ismail Mina Road Silver Wave Tower, Suite 602 P O Box 53288 Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 491 9966 Email: [email protected] Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Criminal, Civil, Commercial and Labour and Arbitration.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Advanced Advocates & Legal Consultancies Mohamed Al Azazi Al Bustan Business Tower, Airport Road Abu Dhabi Tel : +971 2 566 6611, +971 2 622 2124 Email: [email protected] Website: www.advancedavocs.com Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Corporate, Criminal, Labour Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Al-Asima legal Bureau Advocates & Legal Consultant Dr. Suliman and S.M.Yousif Office No. 13, 4th Floor, Ahmed Al Shereif Building Khalifa Street, Al Ain Tel: +971 3 766 2522 Mobile: +971 50 643 5350 Email: dr.sulimanlawyer.bureau1@ gmail.com Opening hours 08:00 - 12:30 and 18:00 - 21:00 Sun - Wed, 8:00 - 12:30 Thurs, 18:00 - 21:00 Sat This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports.
Specialisations are in: Commercial, Criminal, Sharia and Family Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover: Al Ain and Abu Dhabi only.
Al Bawardi Advocates and Legal Consultants Mr Ali Ahmed Hassan and Mr Waleed Mubarak Abdulla 12th Floor, Rashid Bin Aweidha Bldg Behind Al Noor Hospital, Khalifa Street P O Box 46891 Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 626 3325 Email: [email protected] Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Civil, Criminal Employment Family and Litigation.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Al Huqooq Advocacy Mr Abdul Rahman Omar Mukhayer Opp Dana Plaza, Dubai Commercial Bank Bldg. Al Khalidiya, 12th Floor, Office 1201 Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 667 5766 Email: [email protected] Website: www.hlplawfirm.net Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Family, Employment Litigation, Criminal and Corporate Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Al Otaiba Advocates & Legal Consultants Abdul Magid Hendy, Mobile No.: 050 588 9406 (English speaker) Al- Otaiba Tower, 10th Floor Hamdan Street, P O Box 31150 Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 621 9882 Fax : +971 2 621 9883 Email: [email protected] Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Criminal, Labour, Family Law and Litigation (Specialises in Civil, Commercial and Labour Law).
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
Al Tamimi & Company Stephen Forster 26 Floor, Al Sila Tower, Sowwah Square P O Box 44046 Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 813 0444 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tamimi.com Opening hours 08:00 - 20:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Corporate Law, Financial and Employment cases.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 30 minutes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Baitulhikma Law Firm Mr. Subhi Ahmed and Mr. Haneef Al Ahmed Dubai, Deira, Business Point Building, 4thfloor, Office no. (401, 402 & 404), Europe Car Bldg, Opp NBAD HO, Khalifa St Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 04 294 6948 Fax: +971 4 294 6949 Tel: +971 2 626 8245 Fax +971 2 627 5685 Email: [email protected], [email protected] This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Also have a branch in Dubai.
Specialisations are in: Banking, Financial Markets, Insurance, Construction, Litigation, Arbitration, Corporate & Commercial Privatization Intellectual Property & Trade Mark Registration and Shipping & Maritime.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Clyde and Co LLP Christopher Jobson 12th Floor West, Tower, P O Box 54204 Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 494 3500 Fax: +971 2 494 3599 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.clydeco.com Opening hours 08:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Corporate Law, International Law and Employment Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Global Advocates and legal Consultants Mr. Nasser Ahmed Al Osaiba Office 608 Floor 6 Al Gaith Tower Hamdan Street Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 622 2260 (Abu Dhabi), +971 4 327 7772 (Dubai) Email: [email protected] Website: www.globaladvocates.net Opening Hours 08:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: International and Local Arbitration; Local Litigation.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 1 hour per month.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
Middle East Alliance Legal Consultancy (MELF) Ms. Vandana Sodhi 2401 Sultan Bin Al Nahyan Building, Corniche Road P O Box 41713 Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 639 9198 Email: [email protected] Website: www.melf.ae Opening hours 08:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Also have a branch in Dubai.
Specialisations are in: Commercial, Civil, Criminal, Financial and Drugs.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 1 hour initial consultation.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They also cover Dubai.
Prestige Advocates Muhammad .j. Salah, Legal Consultant 14th Floor, Office 1402-B Khalidiya Tower, Khalidiya, P O Box 5723 Abu Dhabi Tel : +971 2 222 2565 Fax : +971 2 222 2564 Email: [email protected] Website: www.prestigeadvocates.com Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Specialisations are in: Criminal, Civil Law and Labour & Employment Issues.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
Salloum & partners LLC 5th Floor Block B Al Saman Tower, Hamdan Street, (Next to Al Gaith Tower) P O Box 3470 Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 645 0729 Mob: 050 641 3804 Email: [email protected] Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Can be used for use in the UK or countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Registered with Department of Economy. Also have a branch in Dubai.
Specialisations are in: Corporate, Commercial Construction and Design, Banking, Insurance, Employment, Education criminal and Family Law.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 30 - 60 minutes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover Dubai, RAK, Ajman, Fujairah.
Trowers & Hamlins LLP Mr Guy Danalis Al BateenTowers Floor P1, Tower C1 Bainuna Street P O Box 45628 Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 410 7600 Fax: +971 2 410 7601 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.trowers.com Opening hours 09:00 - 18:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
Available notarial services: Oaths, Witnessing signatures and certified copies of documents and passports. Regulated by Abu Dhabi Executive Council and licensed by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development. Also have a branch in Dubai.
Specialisations are in: Corporate, Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Project and Construction.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
They can offer a Pro Bono service: Yes, 30 minutes.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover all Emirates.
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List of translators and interpreters in
Abu Dhabi
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The following list of translators and interpreters has been prepared by the British Embassy
Abu Dhabi for the convenience of British Nationals who may require these services and
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not assume or undertake any legal responsibility, to you, or those affected, if you choose to
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List of translators and interpreters in Abu Dhabi Updated: July 2015
This list is in alphabetical order.
Abu Dhabi Legal Translator Centre Mez 2, Office 2, Youseff Bakery Building, Youseff Bakery Building, Between Hamdan str. & Khalifa str. (Behind Al Noor Hospital) P O Box 6286 Tel: +971 2 6277939 Fax: +971 2 6277938 Email: [email protected] Website: www.adltc.com This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover Abu Dhabi.
Barakat Legal Translation Ground floor, Hamad Suhail Building, Opposite Hamdan Centre Tel: +971 2 6268126 Fax: +971 2 6268126 This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover Abu Dhabi.
Dynamic Translation & Office Services Mezzanine Floor 02, Building No 724 Al Salam Street, Near Abu Dhabi Municipality High Expo Electrical on Ground floor, Next to Nissan spare parts P O Box 8096
Tel: +971 2 642 4002 Fax: +971 2 642 4003 Email: [email protected], [email protected]
This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover Abu Dhabi.
Elaph Translation Office 1, 7th Floor, Bin Aweidha Bldg. Hamdan Street, Behind Al Noor Hospital P O Box 91933
Tel: +971 2 6266828 Fax: +971 2 6266727 Email: [email protected] Website: www.elaphtranslation.com This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover Abu Dhabi.
Gulf Office Services Bureau (GOSB) Al Ain insurance building, Ground floor Opposite Hamdan Centre P O Box 44037
Tel: +971 2 6271062 Fax: +971 2 6272385 E-mail: [email protected]
Opening hours 08:30 - 12:30 and 16:30 - 20:30 Sat - Wed, 08:00 – 15:00 Thurs
This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover Abu Dhabi.
Saeed Administration & Legal Translation Delhma Centre, Golden Tulip Building, 9th floor, Flat 94, Hamdan street P O Box 3944 Tel: +971 2 6310616, +971 2 6225939 Fax: +971 2 6310618 Email: [email protected] Opening Hours 09:00 - 13:00 and 16:00 - 19:00 Sun - Thurs This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover Abu Dhabi.
WOSTB Legal Translation Ali Kasem Al Ameri Opposite Al Ain Insurance Building Next to United Bank Ground floor, Opposite Hamdan Centre Tel: +971 2 6272065 Mob: +971 50 642 8915 Fax: +971 2 6267257 Email: [email protected] Website: [email protected] This company has told us the following things:
They have English speaking staff.
They have experience of representing British nationals.
Staff speak English and Arabic.
They cover Abu Dhabi.
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List of counsellors in Abu Dhabi
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Marriage, couple and family counselling
American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology, Abu Dhabi Al Rawda Area, the Intersection of 11th & 26th st., after French embassy Tel: +(971-2)-697-9999 Fax: +(971-2)-666-8816 E-mail: [email protected] Mental Health
Behavioral Science Pavilion (BSP), Skeikh Khalifa Medical Centre P O Box 51900 Abu Dhabi Tel: +971 2 819 4050 (Adults) Tel: +971 2 819 4175 (Up to 17 years) Web: www.skmc.ae/en-us/medicalservices/Psychiatry/Pages/default.aspx American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology, Abu Dhabi Al Rawda Area, the Intersection of 11th & 26th St., after French embassy Tel: +(971-2)-697-9999 Fax: +(971-2)-666-8816 E-mail: [email protected] Pastoral Support
Rev Andrew Thompson St Andrews Church Telephone: 02 446 1631 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.standrewauh.org
Alcoholics Anonymous
24 hour contact numbers: Abu Dhabi: 050 414 3042. Al Ain: 050 178 1003 Web: www.aauae.net
List of charitable organisations in Abu Dhabi
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Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) Helpline: +971 800-111 Tel: +971 4- 6060 300 Fax: +971 4- 2871 221 Website: www.dfwac.ae The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) is the first licensed non-profit shelter in the UAE for women and children victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and trafficking. It was established in 2007 to offer victims immediate protection and support services in accordance with international human rights obligations. The foundation provides a helpline, emergency shelter, and support services to women and children victims. DFWAC aims to protect physically, sexually, and emotionally abused and the escalation of violence, and promote social awareness through education and outreach. The Salvation Army (Middle East Region): Tel: +971 56 102 2523 The Salvation Army is in early days of development here in the UAE. A Christian Church
with a strong desire to help those in need regardless of race or religion, the organisation is
exploring ways in which it can work out this calling here. There are four Salvation Army
officers in the region, two in Kuwait and two based in Sharjah/Dubai with responsibility for
the UAE. Although the operation is currently very small The Salvation Army may be able to
help with practical help. Referrals are preferred through the Embassy who might be able to
better channel the requests but in the UAE the officers (Majors Mark and Tracy Bearcroft).
Helping Hands in UAE Telephone: +971 50 – 567 1434 (Elle and Roger) E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.HelpingHandsUae.com Helping Hands UAE is a secular charitable project which has evolved to help those in real need. It does not matter to us where the person is from, what his religion or beliefs are. If he/she is needy and they have it, they’ll give it. Beit Al Khair Society UAE This is an organisation that aims to provide financial help to the poor and the homeless. Website: www.beitalkhair.org/ar/ Handicapped Guardian Association (HGA), UAE This is an organisation that provides services for children with special needs in UAE. Website: www.hga-uae.org.ae/
Hemaya, UAE Hemaya aims to promote and raise awareness against drugs in UAE and other Arab countries. Website: http://hemaya.ae/
Manzil Centre for Challenged Individuals, UAE This organisation provides educational and adaptive living skills programmes for students with special needs between the ages of 3 to 30 years since its inception in 2005. Website: www.manzil.ae/html/index.php Red Crescent UAE Tel: +971 2-641-9000 The UAERC is a national, humanitarian and voluntary authority that provides aid and assistance to the vulnerable without discrimination as in nationality, race, gender, and colour, religious, political or ideological beliefs. Website: www.rcuae.ae/Pages/Default.aspx Make Poverty History This is a Non-Governmental Organisation in UAE that aims to raise awareness about poverty, aids and other problems in the Middle East. Website: www.makepovertyhistory.ae/ Safe Kids Organization, UAE Social organisation that aims to prevent accidental childhood injury in UAE. Website: www.safekidsme.com/ Al Noor Training Centre This Centre serves children with special needs from different nationalities and can accommodate up to 300 children in the new facility. Website: www.alnooruae.org
