Amerah Al-Saridi

Amerah Al-Saridi

Lawyer & Legal Consultant

Amerah Al-Saridi Biography & Expertise 

I am a Senior Lawyer and Legal Consultant who has been practicing in the UAE for more than 20 years. Over the course of my professional career, I have advised and represented various clients in their pursuit of legal solutions to difficult cases.

I hold a Bachelor of Law from the United Arab Emirates University as well as a Master’s degree in Human Rights from Dubai Police College. Currently, I am working on my PhD program at Cairo University to enhance my legal knowledge.

I was also employed as a lawyer at the Fujairah Municipality where I obtained useful information related to government legal procedures. As a result, I can examine various issues from a wider legal perspective.

I hold an active legal license to appear before the UAE Federal Courts, Dubai Courts, and Abu Dhabi Courts. My legal work mainly centers on providing effective solutions in commercial, civil, labour, and real estate law based on solid legal knowledge and courtroom experience.

Amerah Al-Saridi Case Experience

Commercial & Civil Litigation

• Provide representation in commercial disputes of substantial value, whether concerning a breach of contract claim for damages.
• I manage civil litigation issues on behalf of my clients to ensure that their interests are safeguarded within the provisions of UAE Civil Transactions Law.
• Handle matters relating to corporate restructuring and legal risks for entities based in the mainland and free zones in the UAE.

Labour & Employment Law

• Handle labour disputes, particularly cases of termination without cause and end-of-service benefits.
• Advise employers and employees concerning their responsibilities and entitlements under UAE Labour Law and settle issues amicably.
• Supervise the drafting of contracts and company policies to ensure adherence to all legal requirements.

Real Estate & Rentals

• Manage rental disputes between landlords and tenants at the Rental Dispute Center (RDC).
• Provide legal services in real estate litigation in cases where property is not handed over according to contract terms.
• Counsel on all issues concerning property ownership and community management.

Case Study: Employment Rights Dispute Following Corporate Restructuring

The Challenge

My clients were a set of senior executives from an international company that had been fired after a business merger. My client insisted that the firm was restructuring and therefore there was no obligation to pay any bonuses or compensations according to the firm’s policy.

Strategic Approach

I did a thorough analysis of the entire merger process and analyzed the terms of employment contract. I drew from my legal background in human rights to counter the company’s claim that the firings were necessary as part of a restructuring process.

I made a well-substantiated claim to the labour courts, presenting substantial evidence, especially regarding poor performance and lack of statutory notice.

The Result

In the end, the court decision went in favour of my clients, who were granted full compensation for their termination, in addition to any pending bonuses or benefits owed to them.

This case clearly demonstrated the point that companies cannot restructure themselves to avoid compliance with UAE labour laws.

Amerah Al-Saridi Academic & Certifications 

• PhD Researcher – Cairo University (Ongoing) 
• Master’s in Human Rights – Dubai Police College 
• Bachelor of Law – United Arab Emirates University 
• Licensed Advocate – UAE Federal Courts, Dubai Courts, and Abu Dhabi Courts 

Amerah Al-Saridi Expertise