— Dubai’s growth as a commercial hub has created a steady demand for legal professionals who can work across both international expectations and the UAE’s own legal system. Among those influencing the country’s legal services is Dr. Hassan Elhais, a legal consultant who has spent nearly two decades advising clients in complex family, criminal and civil matters. His practice at Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy, headquartered in Dubai with a branch in Abu Dhabi, has handled more than 70,000 clients since its founding in 2003.
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The firm serves a client base that reflects the UAE’s demographic mix, with a particular focus on expatriates who often need guidance in matters ranging from multijurisdictional divorce to enforcement of foreign judgments. According to industry data from Grand View Research, the UAE’s legal technology market alone generated revenue of about USD 114.5 million in 2023 and is projected to more than double by 2030. Such growth highlights the rising complexity of legal needs in the region and the demand for consultants who can bridge multiple legal traditions.
From Early Training to International Recognition
Dr. Elhais began his career after earning a diploma in private law, where he studied shariah law, civil and commercial law, and litigation. He later obtained a master’s degree in law in 2015 and completed a Ph.D. in 2019. His professional path started in criminal and public law before he relocated to Dubai in 2006. Since joining Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy, he has drafted and supervised thousands of cases across family, corporate, and criminal law and other fields of law.
Recognition has come from both local and international bodies. In 2016, he was named Legal Consultant of the Year by the Professional Sector Network. He now serves as co-chair of the Relocation of Children Committee at the International Academy of Family Lawyers, a global association of practitioners recognized for their skill in family law. “Cross-border family disputes require not only legal precision but also sensitivity to cultural differences,” Dr. Elhais said, reflecting on his work with families navigating multiple jurisdictions.
His participation as a speaker in conferences from France and Germany to Japan and South Africa has made him a familiar voice in discussions of international family law and real estate issues. He has also been sought by media outlets including the Associated Press, Bloomberg and U.S. News for commentary on UAE legal developments, from criminal legislation to the recognition of foreign court orders.
Responding to a Changing Legal Environment
The UAE’s legal sector is going through steady expansion. Market research group 6Wresearch projects strong growth for legal services from 2025 through 2031, driven by areas such as family law, arbitration, and corporate disputes. Technology is transforming practice as well: the country’s legal AI market in the broader Middle East and Africa region was valued at USD 43.3 million in 2024 and is expected to nearly triple by 2030. Firms are adapting by incorporating digital tools for document management and by offering virtual consultations, a trend accelerated by the pandemic.
Dr. Elhais has welcomed these changes, particularly where technology can simplify access for expatriates. “Many of our clients arrive with little understanding of local procedures,” he noted. “Offering reliable information and remote consultation helps reduce the anxiety that often comes with legal disputes.” His website, professionallawyer.me, includes interactive features such as an online query portal, which reflects an effort to meet clients where they are rather than requiring them to navigate unfamiliar court systems unaided.
Guiding a Diverse Client Base
Family and criminal law remain central to the practice. The firm regularly manages cases involving child custody, relocation across international borders, and the enforcement of foreign judgments – matters that often involve complex coordination between jurisdictions. Civil disputes cover banking, real estate, and company incorporation, while criminal work includes extradition, money laundering, and cryptocurrency-related investigations.
Dr. Elhais credits a multicultural team for the firm’s ability to handle cases with international dimensions. Lawyers and consultants speak languages including Arabic, English, French, Hindi and Russian, reflecting the country’s diverse expatriate population. “Our role is to make the law understandable and actionable for people who may be far from their home legal systems,” he said. This multilingual capacity has helped the firm compete with larger regional players.
Progress and Prospects
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy continues to focus on building long-term relationships with clients and strengthening its presence in industry rankings and professional publications. The firm’s stated goal is to establish itself as the leading legal consultancy in the UAE, a market where regulatory updates and cross-border disputes show no sign of slowing.
His career – marked by academic achievement, media commentary and high-profile casework – offers a view into how legal consultants are meeting that challenge and shaping the country’s legal future.
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