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Dubai Legal Funding
Success-based funding for commercial litigation, arbitration and enforcement in Dubai, DIFC, ADGM and onshore UAE courts. We work alongside your chosen counsel, with no upfront cost for qualifying matters, subject to review.
The information on this website is general and does not constitute legal advice. Funding is subject to due diligence, a funding agreement, and compliance with applicable rules in the relevant jurisdiction (e.g., DIFC/ADGM).
Quick Eligibility Check (2 min)
Initial confidential response within 3–5 business days. No obligation.
Funding UAE-connected disputes
For businesses and individuals dealing with a Dubai or UAE-connected dispute from abroad, the starting points are the contract, competent forum and location of recoverable assets. Independent counsel advises on legal remedies and deadlines; we assess the funding budget and recovery prospects, subject to review. A UAE connection alone does not establish jurisdiction or eligibility.
Forums we fund
Litigation Funding in the DIFC Courts
DIFC funding rules, disclosure, independent advice, costs risks and enforcement. A practical guide for commercial claimants.
Litigation Funding in ADGM
ADGM funding agreements, independent advice, disclosure, funder requirements and comparison with DIFC proceedings.
DIAC Arbitration Funding
DIAC 2022 third-party funding disclosure, conflicts, privilege, costs and award enforcement for UAE commercial disputes.
Onshore Dubai Courts Funding
Onshore Dubai civil procedure, Arabic documents, funding structure, fees, costs recovery and practical asset enforcement.
Why claimants choose us
Local focus
Built for DIFC, ADGM, DIAC and onshore UAE disputes, with enforcement planned from day one.
No upfront cost
We fund agreed fees, experts, translations and enforcement; you pay nothing to the funder if the case is lost, under the agreed terms.
Fast, confidential decisions
An initial answer within 3–5 business days, under NDA. Final funding remains subject to review.
Typical claims: USD 2 million and above. Funding budgets: USD 250,000–5 million per matter. Larger budgets and portfolios considered case by case.
How It Works
Initial Submission
Basic details + preliminary documents (NDA if needed).
Due Diligence
Analysis of facts, documents, enforcement, and recovery prospects.
Funding Proposal
Structure: budget, milestones, and success-based terms.
Signing & Execution
Budget allocation according to the work plan.
Compliance First
NDA, KYC/AML as needed, with proper documentation
DIFC / ADGM Ready
Funding structures aligned with professional practice
Enforcement Focus
Asset/enforcement check as part of due diligence
Our Services
Case Funding
Court/arbitration fees, experts, translations, notarizations, document discovery, and enforcement costs.
Initial Screening
Confidential 2-minute form. Economic viability assessment based on claim value, evidence, and recovery prospects.
Full Due Diligence
Document analysis, enforcement assessment, asset review, country/counterparty risk evaluation.
Term Sheet & Structure
Milestone-based budget, success-based terms, aligned interests with your legal team.
Law Firm Support
Co-counsel friendly operations, budget transparency, compliance coordination (NDA, KYC/AML).
Enforcement & recovery
Asset tracing and enforcement planning for qualifying claims, subject to review.
Types of Cases We Fund
Fraud & asset recovery
Victim-side civil recovery for fraud, embezzlement and breach of trust. Subject to review.
Commercial Cases
Contract disputes, partnership conflicts, and business litigation.
Civil Cases
Personal injury, property disputes, and general civil litigation.
Arbitration Cases
DIAC, ICC, LCIA, and other international arbitration proceedings.
DIFC Cases
Disputes within Dubai International Financial Centre courts jurisdiction.
Who Is This For
✓Usually Yes
- •High-value commercial/contractual claims
- •Enforceable assets / recovery potential
- •Existing legal representation or willingness to appoint counsel
✕Usually No
- •Small cases without economic viability
- •Cases without basic documents/evidence
- •No realistic recovery prospect
For Law Firms
We work collaboratively with firms in Dubai and the region: funding case budgets, experts, fees, and arbitration costs — with transparency on budget and milestones.
Co-Counsel Friendly
Clear framework with the firm, budget and milestones.
Speed
Quick initial screening to avoid delaying urgent actions.
Risk Management
Case economics, enforcement, and cost-benefit analysis before commitment.
FAQ
What is litigation funding?
Litigation funding is third-party finance for the costs of pursuing a legal claim. The funder receives an agreed return from a successful recovery under the funding agreement; it is not a loan with ordinary monthly repayments. Funding is subject to review.
Are you a law firm?
No. Dubai Legal Funding is a team-run funding service, not a law firm or lawyer referral service. We assess dispute funding, not requests for legal representation. Independent qualified counsel advises on legal remedies, the forum, deadlines and representation; a funding enquiry is not a substitute for legal advice. Funding is subject to review.
What claim size do you fund?
We typically consider claims of USD 2 million (approximately AED 7.3 million) and above. Funding budgets generally range from USD 250,000 to USD 5 million per matter. Larger budgets and portfolios are considered case by case.
Do you fund enforcement of existing judgments or awards?
Yes, enforcement-only funding may be considered. The debtor must have identifiable, reachable assets and a credible recognition or execution route. A judgment or award alone does not establish collectability.
What happens if the recovery is smaller than expected?
The agreed waterfall determines how the recovery is distributed. A partial recovery may leave the claimant with substantially less than expected after other liabilities and the funder’s entitlement. Ask counsel to model downside scenarios before signing.