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 March 2025, the video provides a comprehensive look into the legal, cultural, and emotional dimensions of family matters in a diverse jurisdiction like the UAE. Diana discussed:
- How clients should assess whether to file family law proceedings in civil courts or Sharia courts, and what each jurisdiction means for the outcome.
- The increasing use of prenups, marriage contracts, and succession planning to prevent disputes and protect high-net-worth family structures.
- Why amicable settlements, especially involving custody, are almost always in the child’s best interest – and how the firm helps parties get there.
She also highlighted how the firm combines legal rigor with technological innovation, offering:
- Online consultations,
- Remote mediation,
- And digitised court document support for international clients.
The Legal 500 praised Diana Hamade Attorneys at Law for being “at the forefront of family law in the UAE” – a recognition reflecting the firm’s hands-on experience with multi-jurisdictional divorces, child relocation cases, and Sharia inheritance planning.
“We are seeing an increase in complex cases with parties from different nationalities and religious backgrounds. The UAE’s laws are maturing to meet this reality, and so must we,” Diana noted.
The video reaffirms the firm’s standing as a thought leader in Middle East family law and a trusted partner for clients navigating sensitive personal matters.