Off-plan property delayed? Your options in Dubai
A late handover is frustrating, but your options depend on three things: your sale agreement, the project's registered status and what you have paid.
5 min readAdvocates & Legal Consultants · Dubai
Clear advice. Committed advocacy.
An Emirati advocacy firm in Dubai. Our team stays with your matter from the first consultation to the final hearing — with an advocate you can reach at every step.
- Emirati-led advocacy firm
- Registered before the Courts of First Instance and Appeal — federal and Ras Al Khaimah courts
- Advice in Arabic and English
- Office in Al Murqabat, Deira, Dubai
Legal counsel that stays close to you
Before any work begins, you will know who is handling your matter, what happens next and what it will cost.
Abdulla Al Naqbi Advocates and Legal Consultants is a Dubai law firm founded by Emirati advocate Abdulla Al Naqbi. We advise and represent individuals, families and businesses in civil, commercial, property, labour, family and criminal matters.
Practice areas
How we can help
01Flagship practice
Real Estate, Construction & Rental Disputes
Off-plan delays, developer and contractor claims, service charges and tenancy cases.
Read more 02Civil Litigation & Claims
Compensation, contract and liability claims, from filing to appeal.
Read more 03Commercial Disputes & Debt Recovery
Unpaid invoices, cheques, partner disputes and payment orders.
Read more 04Labour & Employment
Unpaid wages, end-of-service dues and termination disputes, for employees and employers.
Read more 05Family & Personal Status
Divorce, custody, maintenance and inheritance, handled with discretion.
Read more 06Criminal Defence
Representation from the police and prosecution stages through trial and appeal.
Read more 07Judgment Enforcement
Turning judgments into results: asset attachment, travel bans and settlements.
Read more 08Contracts & Business Advisory
Drafting and reviewing contracts that prevent disputes.
Read more 09Arbitration, Mediation & Settlement
Resolving disputes outside court when that serves you better.
Read moreNot sure which area applies?
Send us a short summary. We will tell you whether we can help, and how — before any fee is discussed.
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Real Estate, Construction & Rental Disputes
Property disputes in the UAE are often decided by contracts, registrations and technical reports. We act for buyers, owners, tenants, contractors and developers, from the first notice to judgment and enforcement.
See how we can helpBring with you
- Sale and purchase agreement or tenancy contract, with all addenda
- Payment receipts and statement of account
- Title deed, Oqood/interim registration or Ejari certificate, if issued
- Notices and emails exchanged with the developer, contractor, landlord or tenant
Real Estate, Construction & Rental Disputes
Property disputes in the UAE are often decided by contracts, registrations and technical reports. We act for buyers, owners, tenants, contractors and developers, from the first notice to judgment and enforcement.
See how we can helpBring with you
- Sale and purchase agreement or tenancy contract, with all addenda
- Payment receipts and statement of account
- Title deed, Oqood/interim registration or Ejari certificate, if issued
- Notices and emails exchanged with the developer, contractor, landlord or tenant
Commercial Disputes & Debt Recovery
An unpaid debt costs a business twice: cash and time. We pursue recovery through the fastest lawful route available.
See how we can helpBring with you
- The contract, purchase orders or quotations
- Invoices and statement of account
- Delivery notes or proof of service
- Returned cheques and bank return memos
Commercial Disputes & Debt Recovery
An unpaid debt costs a business twice: cash and time. We pursue recovery through the fastest lawful route available.
See how we can helpBring with you
- The contract, purchase orders or quotations
- Invoices and statement of account
- Delivery notes or proof of service
- Returned cheques and bank return memos
Labour & Employment
Most employment disputes in the UAE start at the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) before reaching the labour courts. We guide employees and employers through each stage.
See how we can helpBring with you
- Employment contract and offer letter
- Payslips or bank statements showing salary
- Termination or resignation letter
- Emails or messages about the dispute
Family & Personal Status
Family matters need discretion as much as legal skill. We advise and represent clients in personal-status cases with care and confidentiality.
See how we can helpBring with you
- Marriage contract
- Children's birth certificates and passports
- Emirates ID and passport copies
- Evidence of income and expenses
Criminal Defence
Early advice can change the course of a criminal case. We represent clients from the police and public prosecution stages through trial and appeal.
See how we can helpBring with you
- Summons, charge sheet or any police papers
- Case or complaint number
- Passport and Emirates ID copies
- Messages, documents or witnesses relevant to the facts
Judgment Enforcement
A judgment is only worth what you recover. We open and follow execution files until the amount or right is obtained.
See how we can helpBring with you
- The final judgment or payment order
- Proof that the judgment was served, if available
- Any information about the debtor's assets, employer or accounts
- Correspondence about payment or settlement
Contracts & Business Advisory
Most disputes begin with a weak contract. We draft and review contracts in Arabic and English so your rights are clear before anything goes wrong.
See how we can helpBring with you
- The draft contract or term sheet
- Company documents of both parties
- Previous agreements between the parties
- Your key commercial terms
Civil Litigation & Claims
When negotiation fails, a well-built case makes the difference. We prepare and argue civil claims before the Courts of First Instance and Appeal.
See how we can helpBring with you
- The contract or agreement, and any amendments
- Invoices, receipts and bank transfers
- Messages and emails with the other party
- Medical or technical reports, if relevant
Arbitration, Mediation & Settlement
Court is not always the best forum. We represent clients in arbitration and mediation and negotiate settlements that protect their position.
See how we can helpBring with you
- The contract with the arbitration or dispute clause
- Notices already exchanged
- Key correspondence and documents
- Any award or settlement draft
Our commitments
What you can expect
Direct access
You speak with the advocate handling your matter, not a call centre.
Written scope and fees
You receive an engagement letter with the scope and fee estimate before we start.
Honest assessment
We explain your options, risks and our candid view, including when not to litigate.
Clear updates
We report after every hearing and material step, in Arabic or English.
Confidentiality
Everything you share is protected by professional secrecy.
The process
How your matter moves
- 01
Tell us
Share a short summary by WhatsApp, phone or the form. We first confirm there is no conflict of interest.
- 02
Consultation
We review your documents and explain your legal position and options.
- 03
Engagement
We agree the scope, fees and plan in writing.
- 04
Action and updates
We file, negotiate or draft, and keep you informed until the matter closes.
Meet the founder
Advocate Abdulla Al Naqbi
Abdulla Al Naqbi is an Emirati advocate registered to plead before the Courts of First Instance and Appeal. He founded the firm and leads its team, to give clients direct representation and clear communication at every step.
“Every client deserves to know where their case stands and why. I accept a matter only when I can give it the time and care it needs.”Read the founder's profile
Insights
Plain-language guides to UAE law
Advocate or legal consultant: who can represent you in a UAE court?
In the UAE, only registered advocates may plead before the courts. Knowing the difference saves time, money and surprises later.
4 min readHow a payment order works for unpaid invoices
For a fixed, due debt proven in writing, a payment order can be faster than a full lawsuit. Here is how it works and when it fits.
5 min readDiscuss your matter with an advocate
Send us a short summary of your matter. We confirm there is no conflict of interest, then ask for your documents. We aim to reply within one working day.