Diana joined a panel in Abu Dhabi discussing the intersection of family law and private wealth across borders. She addressed legal strategies for families navigating relocation, succession, and guardianship across jurisdictions. Read more here.
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On April 8, 2025, Diana Hamade was invited to speak at the Henley & Partners Global Citizenship Forum, held at the Rosewood Hotel in Abu Dhabi. The event brought together global experts in wealth migration, private client advisory, and legal strategy to discuss emerging trends in citizenship, residency, and cross-border family planning. As part of
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In a piece for The National, Diana clarified how fostering differs from adoption under UAE law. She explained that fostering is revocable and state-regulated, whereas adoption is prohibited under Sharia principles. Read more here.
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As the UAE government expands support for foster parenting, The National turned to Diana Hamade for legal clarity on what fostering means under UAE law – and how it differs from adoption. In an article published on April 3, 2025, Diana provided crucial insight into the legal framework for foster care, noting that: “A foster
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Diana was featured in Legal 500’s “Legal Landscapes” video, sharing insights on choosing between Sharia and civil courts, and promoting amicable resolutions in family law. The feature praised her firm’s innovation in tech-enabled legal services. Read more here.
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We are delighted to share that The Legal 500, one of the world’s leading legal directories, featured Diana Hamade in its highly respected Legal Landscapes video series. In the 7-minute feature, Diana offered practical and strategic insight into navigating family law in the UAE, especially in a cross-border context. Filmed in Dubai and published in
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At the International Bar Association’s Middle East Conference, Diana joined a panel exploring how law firms can keep pace with legal reform. She emphasized the unique role of boutique firms in navigating complex, overlapping frameworks in the UAE. Read more here.
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Diana Hamade was honoured to speak at the International Bar Association’s Middle East Conference held at the Waldorf Astoria DIFC, Dubai, in February 2025. The event, themed “Law Firms and In-House Legal Departments Working Together”, welcomed legal professionals from around the world to discuss collaboration and regulatory adaptation in a rapidly changing landscape. Diana served
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Diana breaks down the impact of Federal Personal Status Law No. 41 of 2024, which extends custody to age 18 and reduces male guardian control over women’s marriage. The interview highlights the law’s shift toward greater autonomy for women and prioritisation of child welfare. Read more here.
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We are pleased to share that Diana Hamade was recently interviewed by Marie Claire Arabia, where she offered legal insight into the UAE’s newly introduced Federal Personal Status Law No. 41 of 2024, which officially came into force on April 15, 2025. In the interview, Diana broke down the law’s key provisions and their impact
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