Dispute Resolution in Sharjah
Disputes in Sharjah are heard by the Federal Courts, which sit in Arabic and apply UAE law across three tiers. Because Sharjah has no common-law free-zone court, there is no local English-language forum equivalent to the ADGM or DIFC Courts; parties who want that route rely on arbitration or a contractual choice of another forum.
Arbitration is widely used, and Sharjah has its own institution, the Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Centre (Tahkeem), alongside ICC and other rules. We handle litigation before the Federal 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 Federal Courts
- Arbitration (Tahkeem, ICC)
- Enforcement of judgments and awards
- Urgent relief and attachment
- Debt recovery
- Dispute strategy and risk
Frequently asked
Is there an English-language court in Sharjah?
No. Sharjah has no common-law free-zone court like ADGM or DIFC. The Federal Courts apply UAE law in Arabic. For an English-language forum, parties use arbitration or a contractual choice of court. We advise on clauses before signing.
What is Tahkeem?
The Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Centre, the emirate's arbitration institution. We conduct arbitrations under its rules and others.
How do I enforce a foreign award in Sharjah?
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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