The recovery ladder
- Demand letters and formal pre-action notices, which often settle the matter on their own
- Negotiated settlements and instalment plans, documented so they can be enforced
- Mediation and conciliation when both sides are willing to talk
- Fast-track payment orders for clear, documented debts
- Full court action, including recovery against debtors abroad
- Enforcement: attachment of bank accounts, seizure and asset tracing
- Protecting your claim if the debtor enters bankruptcy or restructuring
The legal tools
The Civil Procedure Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022) provides the payment-order track, which can produce a binding order without a full trial when the debt is documented and due. Under the Commercial Transactions Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 50 of 2022), a bounced cheque can be enforced directly through the execution court in many cases.
Who we help
Suppliers, contractors, landlords, lenders and individuals owed money by companies or other individuals, inside the UAE and across borders.
Court representation. Court representation is provided by the licensed advocates of our partner firm, ABR Advocates & Legal Consultants, who appear before all UAE courts including the Federal Court of Cassation. Juris Prime Legal coordinates your file, documents and strategy alongside them.
Frequently asked questions
How fast is a payment order in Dubai?
For a clear, documented debt the payment-order route is usually far quicker than a full lawsuit. We confirm whether your debt qualifies before filing.
Can I recover from a bounced cheque without a lawsuit?
Often yes. A bounced cheque can be taken straight to the execution court in many cases, which is faster than starting a new case.
What if the debtor has hidden their assets?
We use the court's enforcement powers and asset-tracing steps to find bank accounts, property and other assets that can be attached.