Dispute Resolution in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah has its own independent courts (the RAK Courts), which sit in Arabic and apply UAE law, one of only three emirates outside the federal judiciary. RAK has no common-law free-zone court, so there is no local English-language forum; parties who want that route use arbitration or a contractual choice of another forum.
We handle litigation before the RAK Courts, domestic and international arbitration, and enforcement of judgments and awards including cross-border recognition, and we advise on strategy and urgent relief before a dispute escalates.
What we do
- Litigation before the RAK Courts
- Domestic and international arbitration
- Enforcement of judgments and awards
- Urgent relief and attachment
- Debt recovery
Frequently asked
Does RAK have its own courts?
Yes, independent RAK Courts applying UAE law in Arabic. There is no common-law free-zone court; for an English-language forum, parties use arbitration or a contractual choice of court.
How do I enforce a foreign award in RAK?
Foreign arbitral awards are generally enforceable under the New York Convention; foreign judgments depend on treaties and reciprocity. We manage recognition and execution.
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