Abdul Hamid Mohammad

Abdul Hamid is a legal consultant with extensive experience in providing legal advice in the United Arab Emirates. His expertise focuses on legal drafting, resolving commercial disputes, and drafting and reviewing corporate and employment contracts.

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Memorandum of Association Dubai: A Complete Guide for Business Setup

If you are planning to start a business in Dubai, one of the most critical steps is preparing the memorandum of association (MOA). This legal document lays the foundation of your company’s operations. Whether you are forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in mainland Dubai or establishing a business in one of the free zones,

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Hiba (Gift) in UAE Law: Requirements and Documentation Format

What Is Gift Proof in UAE Law? Definition of a Gift as a Legal Act A gift (Hiba) is a voluntary legal act whereby a person transfers money or a right to another without consideration, based on the donor’s unilateral will and the recipient’s acceptance. It is characterized by: Being based on donative intent, not

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Declaration of Child Custody: When Required and Documentation

Legal documents related to children’s affairs are among the most important, especially when parents are separated or one of them resides outside the country. Among these documents, the Declaration of Who Holds the Child stands out as an organizational document relied upon by many official authorities within the United Arab Emirates. The essence of this

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Changing or Adding a Tribal Name or Surname: Legal Guide

A person’s name is one of the most fundamental elements of their legal identity, tied to all their rights and obligations. In the UAE, name registration and amendment are governed by an organized legal framework designed to protect rights, ensure transactional stability, and prevent any confusion or misrepresentation arising from discrepancies in personal data. Changing

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When Is a Child Custody Declaration Required and Certified?

Recognizing the importance of family stability and its direct impact on raising future generations, the United Arab Emirates places great emphasis on child protection and the legal organization of child-related affairs. Within this framework, the child custody declaration serves as a regulatory legal document aimed at identifying the person legally responsible for a minor before

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Proving Waqf: Legal Concept and Official Registration Procedures

A Waqf may be established with good intent and a clear purpose, yet the absence of formal documentation can turn it into a source of dispute or obstruction in practice. Proving a Waqf is not merely an administrative formality — it is the legal framework that protects the endowed asset, defines its beneficiaries, and grants

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Proof of Family Relationship: Documentation Methods and Official Uses

An official transaction may be stalled or additional documents requested when proof of a family relationship is required — whether for a government procedure, legal case, or residency matter. In such situations, verbal acknowledgment or personal knowledge is insufficient; an officially recognized document establishing the family relationship must be submitted. Proof of family relationship serves

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Proving Two Names for One Person: Legal Significance

A person may be surprised during an official transaction to find a discrepancy in their name between documents — whether in the order of the name, the way it is written, or the use of two different names referring to the same person. This difference, though seemingly minor, can stall or result in the rejection

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