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Ministry of Justice UAE (MoJ)

The Ministry of Justice UAE (MoJ) is a federal body regulating the judicial system, notary services, arbitration, and legal certification in the country. It ensures law and order, independence of the courts, oversight of lawyers and notaries, as well as recognition of foreign court decisions. For businesses, the MoJ plays a key role in the processing of powers of attorney, contracts, dispute resolution, and arbitration procedures.


Main Functions of the Ministry of Justice

  1. Supervision of civil and criminal courts.
  2. Registration and certification of notarial documents.
  3. Licensing of lawyers, legal consultants, and mediators.
  4. Recognition and enforcement of foreign court decisions.
  5. Support for the arbitration system (DIAC, ADGM Arbitration, etc.).
  6.  Registration of powers of attorney, marriage contracts, agreements.
  7. Control over family and corporate matters (divorces, guardianship, inheritance).
  8. Electronic portal Smart Judicial Services.

When Businesses Need to Interact with MoJ

  • Issuing or obtaining a notarized power of attorney.
  • Submitting documents to a civil court or arbitration.
  • Resolving a commercial dispute or debt through court.
  • Recognition of a foreign court decision in the UAE.
  • Structuring business through shareholder agreements, marriage contracts, or trust structures.
  • Handling guardianship, family business, or inheritance matters.

Need Help with UAE Ministry of Justice Procedures?

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What MIRAD Does

  • Preparation and notarization of powers of attorney, contracts, and statements at MoJ.
  • Translation and processing of documents according to Ministry requirements.
  • Representation through licensed lawyers.
  • Consultations on family and business disputes, arbitration, and legal settlements.
  • Recognition or annulment of foreign decisions.
  • Support in divorce cases, inheritance issues, child rights.
  • Assistance in registering agreements and submitting to the MoJ electronic system.

Why It Matters

✔️ Only the MoJ has the authority to officially register powers of attorney, courts, and recognitions.
✔️ Incorrectly processed documents may be rejected even if translated.
✔️ MIRAD ensures legal accuracy, compliance with laws, and protection of client interests.


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