Expert Will drafting and estate planning services in the UAE, for expats, families, and business owners who deserve clarity, control, and lasting peace of mind.
In the UAE, dying intestate, without a Will, can set off a chain of legal and financial complications that fall hardest on the people you love most.
All accounts may be frozen pending court orders, leaving your family without access to essential funds.
Asset distribution can take months or years of litigation, draining resources and causing immense stress.
Without a designated guardian, the courts decide who raises your children, not you.
Your business interests may be interrupted, dissolved, or contested without clear succession instructions.
UAE law, not your wishes, determines who inherits. This may not align with your intentions.
Your assets go exactly where you intend, to the right people, in the right proportions.
You choose who cares for your children, giving them stability and your peace of mind.
A properly registered Will streamlines the legal process, reducing delays and legal costs dramatically.
Structured instructions ensure your business continues operating or transitions as you planned.
Knowing your family is protected, no matter what, is the most valuable gift you can give them.
From Will drafting and registration to business setup and probate support, we provide end-to-end legal and financial services tailored to life in the UAE.
Professionally drafted Wills that reflect your exact intentions, registered with DIFC, ADJD, or Dubai Courts for full legal validity.
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Learn More →Clear, enforceable business agreements, shareholder agreements, service contracts, NDAs, and more, drafted to protect your interests.
Learn More →Compassionate and efficient probate assistance, managing estate administration, legal formalities, and asset distribution during difficult times.
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Puja combines rare financial acumen, legal depth, and international perspective to help individuals and families protect what they have built, with clarity, confidence, and care.
With qualifications spanning chartered accountancy, law, and US CPA certification, she brings a multi-dimensional approach to estate planning that is seldom found in a single advisor. Her work is grounded in the UAE's legal landscape, with a nuanced understanding of how international assets and multi-jurisdiction concerns intersect.
She specialises in Will drafting, powers of attorney, probate support, estate structuring, Foundations and Contract Drafting, working personally with each client to ensure their wishes are protected, their families are provided for, and nothing is left to chance.
We bring together legal precision, financial insight, and genuine human empathy to deliver estate planning that goes beyond paperwork.
With qualifications spanning law, chartered accountancy, and US CPA, Puja brings a rare fusion of legal and financial intelligence to every engagement.
Deep, practical understanding of UAE laws, all three Will registries, and the specific challenges faced by expats and business owners in this market.
No templates. No one-size-fits-all. Every estate plan is built from scratch around your specific circumstances, assets, family, and intentions.
For clients with assets across multiple countries, we offer the strategic perspective needed to navigate cross-border estate planning with confidence.
Your family's affairs are handled with the highest standards of discretion, privacy, and professional ethics, always.
From your first consultation to the final registered document, and through any future updates, we are with you at every step of the process.
The UAE offers three primary Will registration pathways. Each serves different needs, asset types, and circumstances. We help you choose and execute the right one.
A Will is not about what happens after you are gone. It is about ensuring the people you love are protected and provided for, exactly as you intend.
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"Puja is an excellent counsel for the process of will making and executing in UAE. Highly recommend her services. One of the easiest and simplest legal processes I have experienced."
"I had a seamless and reassuring experience documenting my will with A P Associates. Mrs. Puja Maheshwari was professional and extremely knowledgeable about local laws and compliances. She guided us through the entire process efficiently and with great patience. I am thoroughly satisfied and would highly recommend their services."
"AP Associates did our mirror will work exceptionally well. Marvelous efforts by the team."
"I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Mrs. Puja for her exceptional support and guidance in finalizing my will."
"I had a great experience working with Mrs. Puja for the preparation of my Will. She was extremely professional, prompt, and supportive throughout the entire process. Every step was clearly explained, and she patiently answered all my questions."
"I finalized my UAE Will with AP Associates, and I couldn't be more impressed. They made the entire process clear, smooth, and fully compliant with local laws, and even assisted with registering with the Indian consulate."
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Practical insights on Wills, estate planning, and protecting your family's future in the UAE, written in plain English.
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Clear answers to the questions we hear most from families and expats planning their estates in the UAE.
A Will is a legally binding document that sets out exactly how your assets should be distributed after your death, who should care for your children, and who you appoint to manage the process. In the UAE, without a registered Will, your estate is subject to local laws that may not reflect your wishes, particularly if you are a non-Muslim expat. A Will gives you control and gives your family clarity.
If you die intestate (without a Will), UAE courts will apply the distribution rules under UAE Personal Status Law or Sharia principles depending on your circumstances. Your bank accounts may be frozen, your assets may not be distributed as you would have wished, and your family could face months of legal proceedings before receiving anything. For expats especially, this can be a financially and emotionally devastating situation.
Yes. The UAE provides specific Will registration facilities for non-Muslims, most notably through the DIFC Wills Service Centre and the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD). These registries allow non-Muslims to formally document and register their estate wishes, which are then enforced under a framework designed to respect their intentions rather than applying Sharia inheritance rules.
Generally, a UAE-registered Will covers assets located in the UAE. For overseas assets, a Will governed by the relevant foreign jurisdiction is usually recommended. However, a well-structured estate plan can be designed to coordinate across jurisdictions, minimising duplication and reducing legal conflicts. We advise clients with international assets on the best approach for their specific situation.
The timeline varies depending on the complexity of your estate and the chosen registry. A straightforward Will can typically be drafted within a few days after your initial consultation, with DIFC or ADJD registration generally completed within one to three weeks thereafter. We manage the entire process on your behalf, keeping you informed at every stage.
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