Question 1

Q-1. What is a "Special Power of Attorney to File a Case in Court"?

Accepted Answer

A Special Power of Attorney (POA) to file a case in court is a legal document that grants an agent, usually a lawyer, specific authority to represent you in a particular court case. It includes the court name, case details, and defined legal powers such as filing, attending hearings, and negotiating settlements. UAE courts often require this type of POA for legal representation.

Question 2

Q-2. Can a General Power of Attorney be used for court cases in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

While a General POA offers broad legal authority, UAE courts typically require a Special POA for litigation. This is because a Special POA outlines the case-specific powers and offers greater clarity, reducing legal ambiguity and potential misuse.

Question 3

Q-3.: How much does a Court Case Power of Attorney cost in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

The cost generally ranges between AED 1,000 and AED 2,500. The final fee depends on factors such as document complexity, the need for certified translation, notarization charges, and any required MOFA or embassy attestations.

Question 4

Q-4. How long is a Court Case POA valid for in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

A Court Case POA remains valid until the legal matter it covers is resolved or until a specific expiry date mentioned in the document. You can also revoke it anytime through a notarized revocation, provided you’re mentally competent.

Question 5

Q-5. What documents do I need to give to my lawyer for a court case in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

You’ll need to provide:

The notarized Court Case Power of Attorney

Passport and visa copy (if applicable)

Emirates ID (if available)

All documents related to the case (contracts, agreements, invoices, emails, or previous court rulings)

Question 6

Q-6. Do I need to notarize a Court Case POA in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a Court Case POA must be notarized at an official notary public in the UAE (e.g., Dubai Courts, ADJD, or online via e-notary platforms) for it to be legally valid and accepted in court proceedings.

Question 7

Q-7. Can I issue a Court Case POA from outside the UAE?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can issue a Court Case POA from abroad, but it must be signed before a notary in your country, then attested by:

The UAE Embassy in that country, and

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) upon arrival in the UAE.

then only  it is valid for use in UAE courts.

Question 8

Q-8. Can I include more than one lawyer in a Court Case POA?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can appoint multiple lawyers in one Court Case POA. However, the document must mention each lawyer's name and specify whether they can act jointly or independently.

Question 9

Q-9. What languages should a Court Case POA be in?

Accepted Answer

The POA must be in Arabic or Arabic-English bilingual format. If prepared in another language, it must be legally translated into Arabic by a MOJ-certified translator and stamped before notarization.

Question 10

Q-10. Is a Court Case POA limited to one case only?

Accepted Answer

Generally, yes. A Special POA is case-specific and will mention the exact case details or legal action. If you want your lawyer to handle multiple or future cases, that must be clearly stated in the POA.

Question 11

Q-11. What happens if I don’t have a valid Court Case POA?

Accepted Answer

Without a valid, notarized Court Case POA, your lawyer cannot legally represent you in UAE courts. Your case may be delayed or rejected until proper authorization is submitted.

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