Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: February 1, 2026

1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

1.1 Scope

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of Abdulaziz Al Suwaidi Law Firm for Legal Consultation website (“Website”) and all legal services we provide (“Services”).

1.2 Acceptance

By using our website or services, you:

  • Acknowledge you have read these Terms
  • Fully understand them
  • Agree to be bound by them
  • Acknowledge you have legal capacity to enter this agreement

1.3 Non-Acceptance

If you do not agree to these Terms, please:

  • Do not use our website
  • Do not access our services
  • Contact us to discuss alternative terms

2. Definitions

In these Terms, the following terms mean:

  • “We,” “Us,” “Our,” “the Firm”: Abdulaziz Al Suwaidi Law Firm for Legal Consultation
  • “You,” “Client,” “User”: The person or entity using our services
  • “Website”: The website [www.alsuwaidilegal.com]
  • “Services”: All legal services we provide
  • “Agreement”: The legal services agreement between you and us
  • “Power of Attorney”: Legal authority given to us to act on your behalf
  • “Fees”: Amounts due to us for our services

3. Eligibility

3.1 Minimum Age

You must be:

  • 18 years or older to use our services
  • Or under legal guardianship

You must have:

  • Full legal capacity to contract
  • Authority to represent your entity (if representing company)

3.3 Exceptions

For minors (under 18 years):

  • Legal guardian must be present
  • Guardian must agree to these Terms
  • Guardian must sign all documents

4.1 Scope of Services

We provide legal services in the following areas:

  • Criminal cases
  • Commercial cases
  • Real estate cases
  • Personal status matters
  • Labor cases
  • Arbitration and mediation
  • Inheritance and estates
  • Civil cases
  • Legal consultations
  • Insurance cases

4.2 Defining Scope for Each Case

For each case or consultation:

  • We define scope in writing
  • We clarify services included
  • We exclude what’s not covered
  • We obtain your consent

4.3 Changes in Scope

Any change in service scope:

  • Requires written consent
  • May result in fee adjustment
  • Will be formally documented

4.4 No Guarantee

We do our best but:

  • We don’t guarantee specific results
  • Success depends on many factors
  • Courts make final decisions
  • We provide professional legal opinion only

5. Establishing Professional Relationship

5.1 Initial Consultation

Free:

  • 15-20 minutes
  • Initial case assessment
  • No commitment

After Consultation:

  • We decide if we’ll accept the case
  • We provide fee quote
  • We clarify next steps

5.2 Engagement Letter

Before starting work, we send:

  • Formal engagement letter
  • Defining scope of work
  • Clarifying fees and expenses
  • Stating payment terms

5.3 Power of Attorney

To represent you before courts:

  • We need notarized power of attorney
  • Must be valid
  • Defines our authority
  • Allows us to act on your behalf

5.4 Conflict of Interest

Before accepting your case, we verify:

  • No conflict of interest exists
  • We haven’t represented your opponent
  • No relationship prevents representation

If we discover conflict:

  • We’ll notify you immediately
  • We may not be able to represent you
  • We’ll help you find another lawyer

6. Fees and Expenses

6.1 Types of Fees

A) Fixed Fees:

  • Pre-determined amount
  • For specific services
  • Non-changeable (except by agreement)

B) Hourly Fees:

  • Based on actual time spent
  • Specified hourly rate
  • Detailed time reports

C) Percentage Fees:

  • Percentage of claimed or collected amount
  • In certain cases (such as compensation)
  • Pre-agreed upon

D) Mixed Fees:

  • Combination of above types
  • Depending on case nature

6.2 Expenses

In addition to fees, expenses may include:

Government Fees:

  • Court fees
  • Notarization fees
  • Registration fees

Case Expenses:

  • Expert fees
  • Translation fees
  • Travel costs
  • Courier fees
  • Document copies

Other Expenses:

  • Any necessary expenses with your consent

6.3 Advance Payment (Retainer)

In most cases:

  • We request advance payment
  • Deducted from final fees
  • Non-refundable (except in specific cases)
  • Secures your commitment

6.4 Invoices

Periodic Invoices:

  • Monthly or as agreed
  • Detailed with work completed
  • Showing remaining balance

Payment Due:

  • Within 14 days from invoice date
  • Unless otherwise agreed

6.5 Late Payment

In case of delay:

  • Initial reminder: After 7 days
  • Formal reminder: After 14 days
  • Work stoppage: After 21 days
  • Contract termination: After 30 days
  • Late fees: 2% monthly

6.6 Fee Disputes

If you object to invoice:

  • Notify us in writing within 7 days
  • We’ll review with you
  • Can resort to mediation
  • Or independent assessment

7. Your Obligations as Client

7.1 Provide Complete and Accurate Information

You must:

  • Provide us with all relevant facts
  • Not hide any information
  • Update information when it changes
  • Answer our questions honestly

7.2 Provide Documents

You must:

  • Provide all required documents
  • In timely manner
  • Ensure their accuracy
  • Inform us of additional documents

7.3 Cooperation

You must:

  • Cooperate with us in good faith
  • Respond to our communications
  • Attend scheduled meetings
  • Follow our legal advice

7.4 Important Decisions

You have the right to:

  • Make fundamental decisions
  • Accept or reject settlements
  • Approve important strategies

But you must:

  • Make decisions timely
  • After listening to our advice
  • Take responsibility for your decisions

7.5 Comply with Law

You must:

  • Comply with all laws
  • Not request illegal services
  • Not provide false information
  • Not use our services for illegal purposes

8. Our Obligations

8.1 Professional Standards

We are committed to:

  • Highest standards of legal profession
  • Professional conduct rules
  • Legal ethics
  • Laws and regulations

8.2 Due Care

We will exercise:

  • Reasonable care
  • Professional skill
  • Diligence in work
  • Best efforts to serve you

8.3 Confidentiality

We are committed to:

  • Maintaining confidentiality of your information
  • Not disclosing to third parties (except with your consent or legal order)
  • Protecting your documents
  • Respecting attorney-client privilege

8.4 Conflict of Interest

We are committed to:

  • Avoiding conflict of interest
  • Notifying you of any potential conflict
  • Not representing your opponents
  • Protecting your interests first

8.5 Regular Communication

We will:

  • Keep you informed of case developments
  • Respond to your inquiries reasonably
  • Provide periodic reports
  • Notify you of important developments

9. Terminating Professional Relationship

9.1 Termination by You

You can terminate our representation:

  • At any time
  • By written notice
  • With settlement of all dues

Your Obligations Upon Termination:

  • Pay all fees due until termination date
  • Pay all incurred expenses
  • Compensate us for any commitments

9.2 Termination by Us

We can terminate our representation:

For Reasonable Cause:

  • Non-payment of fees
  • Non-cooperation
  • Illegal instructions
  • Conflict of interest
  • Loss of trust
  • Health or personal reasons

Procedures:

  • Prior written notice (14 days)
  • Return all your documents
  • Assist in transition to another lawyer
  • Protect your interests during transition

9.3 After Termination

Your Documents:

  • We’ll return all your original documents
  • We can keep copies for our records

Confidentiality:

  • Our confidentiality obligations continue
  • Even after relationship ends

Fees:

  • Remain due until termination date
  • Must be settled immediately

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 No Warranty

We do not guarantee:

  • Specific outcome for your case
  • Case success
  • Court decisions
  • Actions of other parties

10.2 Liability Limits

Our liability is limited to:

  • Direct damages only
  • Maximum of fees paid
  • Not liable for indirect damages

Not Liable For:

  • Lost profits
  • Lost opportunities
  • Moral damages (except gross negligence)

10.3 Insurance

We maintain appropriate professional liability insurance.

10.4 Exceptions

Our full liability in case of:

  • Fraud
  • Gross negligence
  • Willful misconduct

11. Website Use

11.1 License

We grant you limited license:

  • To use website personally
  • For informational purposes only
  • Non-exclusive and non-transferable

11.2 Restrictions

You are prohibited from:

  • Copying website content
  • Using for commercial purposes
  • Republishing
  • Modifying or distributing
  • Hacking website
  • Using automated programs (bots)

11.3 Intellectual Property

All content on website:

  • Protected by copyright
  • Owned by us or licensed to us
  • May not be used without permission

11.4 Information Accuracy

Information on website:

  • For general informational purposes
  • Not legal advice
  • May change without notice
  • We don’t guarantee complete accuracy

12. Electronic Communications

12.1 Email

Consent: By providing your email, you consent to:

  • Receive communications via email
  • Email as acceptable communication method

Security:

  • Email is not completely secure
  • We use encryption when necessary
  • Be cautious with sensitive information

12.2 Unsubscribe

You can unsubscribe from:

  • Newsletters
  • Marketing messages

But cannot unsubscribe from:

  • Case-related communications
  • Important legal notices

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by:

  • Laws of United Arab Emirates
  • Laws of Emirate of Dubai

13.2 Jurisdiction

In case of dispute:

  • Competent courts are Dubai courts
  • Or arbitration (if we agree)

13.3 Language

Arabic version of these Terms is authoritative version in case of conflict with other versions.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Amendments

We may amend these Terms:

  • At any time
  • By posting updated version on our site
  • We’ll notify you of material changes

14.2 Severability

If any provision is unenforceable:

  • Other provisions remain valid
  • Provision will be replaced with valid one

14.3 No Waiver

Non-enforcement of any right:

  • Does not mean waiver
  • We can enforce later

14.4 Entire Agreement

These Terms + engagement letter:

  • Represent entire agreement between us
  • Supersede any prior oral agreements

14.5 Assignment

You cannot transfer your rights:

  • To third party
  • Without our written consent

We can transfer our rights:

  • To other lawyers in firm
  • In case of merger or sale

14.6 Force Majeure

We’re not liable for delay or failure to perform due to:

  • Circumstances beyond our control
  • Natural disasters
  • Wars or strikes
  • Legal changes
  • Major technical failures

15. Data Protection and Privacy

15.1 Privacy Policy

Our use of your personal data is subject to:

  • Separate Privacy Policy
  • Available on our website
  • Please read carefully

By using our services, you consent to:

  • Collection and use of your data
  • As described in Privacy Policy

16. Complaints

16.1 Complaints Procedure

If dissatisfied with our services:

Step 1: Contact lawyer handling your case

Step 2: If unresolved, contact firm manager:

Step 3: We’ll investigate and respond within 21 business days

Step 4: If not satisfied, you can:

  • Resort to Ministry of Justice
  • Or relevant regulatory authority

17. Contact Information

Abdulaziz Al Suwaidi Law Firm for Legal Consultation

Address:

[Full Address]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

P.O. Box: [P.O. Box XXXXX]

Phone: +971-XX-XXX-XXXX

Fax: +971-XX-XXX-XXXX

Email: info@alsuwaidilegal.com

Website: www.alsuwaidilegal.com

Business Hours:

Sunday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday – Saturday: Closed

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