Looking at the numbers, we see something interesting: about 35% of people try to appeal their Court of Appeal decisions in Dubai, and roughly 22% succeed. As legal experts who’ve helped many through this journey, we want to share what we’ve learned about making these appeals work.
What’s the Court of Cassation All About?
Think of the Court of Cassation as Dubai’s supreme court – it’s where final decisions happen. But here’s what makes it different: it doesn’t retry your whole case. Instead, it looks at whether the legal rules were followed correctly. I remember when a client first asked me, “Will they hear all my evidence again?” and I had to explain that this court works differently.
Time is Your Biggest Challenge
Here’s a fact that keeps me up at night: you’ve got just 30 days to file your appeal after getting the Court of Appeal’s decision. No extensions, no exceptions. Last month, we met a business owner who had excellent grounds for appeal but waited too long. Don’t let this happen to you.
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Wrong Application of Law
Let me share something from our experience in the Dubai legal system. Recently, we handled a case where the lower court used an outdated version of the Commercial Transactions Law. It’s like trying to play a game with last year’s rulebook – it just doesn’t work. We spotted this error and won the appeal.
Mistakes in Court Procedures
Did you know that about 18% of successful appeals in Dubai Courts happen because of procedural mistakes? These could be things like not giving you a fair chance to defend yourself or the court not explaining its decision properly. Our legal team recently won a case because the judge hadn’t properly documented why they made their decision.
When Court Decisions Don’t Match Up
Sometimes we see two different courts giving opposite decisions about the same issue. Just last week, our criminal defense services team handled a case where this happened. The Dubai Court System takes these situations seriously because, as Judge Al Dhanhani says, “consistent decisions keep our legal system strong.”
Court Taking Cases It Shouldn’t Handle
The UAE’s legal landscape can get tricky with jurisdiction. Here’s a real example: we had a maritime case that the Appeal Court tried to handle, but it actually belonged to the Dubai World Tribunal. Knowing these boundaries made all the difference.
Real Stories of Appeal Success
Meet Ahmed (name changed for privacy). He owned a small business in Dubai and lost his case in the Appeal Court. The judge had missed some crucial evidence that was right there in the file. Our Emirati lawyer spotted this oversight, and we used it as grounds for appeal. Today, Ahmed’s business is thriving.
How We Build Strong Appeals
There’s an art to winning appeals in the Dubai Courts. It’s not just about finding problems with the earlier decision – you need to present your arguments in a way that the Court of Cassation will accept. Our approach combines:
Making Strong Legal Arguments
Think of legal arguments like building blocks – they need to be solid and fit together perfectly. When working with the Public Prosecution Dubai, we’ve learned that clear, well-researched arguments win cases.
Getting Your Papers Right
Even though the Court of Cassation doesn’t look at new evidence, they’re very particular about how you present the existing evidence. Every document needs proper translation and authentication – we’ve seen cases fail just because of paperwork issues.
What This Means for You
Feeling unsure about your appeal chances? That’s normal. Every week, we meet people just like you in our office, wondering if they have a case. While not every court decision can be appealed, when there’s a valid reason, you’ve got a fighting chance.
Here’s a perfect example: last month, we had what seemed like a simple commercial case. But when our team looked closer, we found a small but significant procedure violation that the court had missed. That discovery changed everything for our client.
Don’t wait too long to act. Time really matters here. Call us at +971527313952 or +971558018669 to discuss your case. Our team at AK Advocates is ready to help you figure out your next steps.
This article should not be considered legal advice. It is essential to consult with a qualified lawyer before taking any action.
