Legal Associate
Shailja Patel
Shailja Patel is a highly esteemed family law practitioner at NYK Law Firm, renowned for her expertise in handling intricate family legal matters in the UAE. Known for her compassionate approach and strategic acumen, Shailja provides unparalleled expertise in areas such as divorce and separation, child custody, alimony/maintenance, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. At NYK Law Firm, Shailja is dedicated to offering personalized legal solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Her commitment to excellence and client-centric approach ensures that every client receives the highest standard of representation.
Biography
➤ Divorce and Separation: Shailja expertly guides clients through both amicable settlements and contentious disputes, ensuring fair and favorable outcomes. Her in-depth knowledge of UAE family law and meticulous attention to detail secure the best possible results for her clients.
➤ Child Custody and Support: As a dedicated advocate for children's best interests, Shailja balances the rights of parents with sensitivity and precision. Her strategic approach ensures that child custody and support arrangements are equitable and, in the child’s, best interest.
➤ Alimony and Financial Settlements: Shailja is adept at negotiating and securing just financial support and equitable asset division. Her strategic acumen and thorough understanding of financial matters safeguard her clients' financial futures.
➤ Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: Shailja crafts robust and comprehensive agreements to protect her clients' interests. Her careful and thorough approach provides peace of mind and clarity for couples entering or modifying their marital agreements.
➤ Child Custody and Support: As a dedicated advocate for children's best interests, Shailja balances the rights of parents with sensitivity and precision. Her strategic approach ensures that child custody and support arrangements are equitable and, in the child’s, best interest.
➤ Alimony and Financial Settlements: Shailja is adept at negotiating and securing just financial support and equitable asset division. Her strategic acumen and thorough understanding of financial matters safeguard her clients' financial futures.
➤ Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: Shailja crafts robust and comprehensive agreements to protect her clients' interests. Her careful and thorough approach provides peace of mind and clarity for couples entering or modifying their marital agreements.
Key Areas of Expertise
➤ Successfully handled numerous divorce cases, achieving favorable settlements for her clients.
➤ Renowned for her expertise in cross-border family law issues, navigating the complexities of international legal matters with ease.
➤ Consistently praised by clients for her empathetic service, strategic thinking and meticulous case preparation.
➤ Renowned for her expertise in cross-border family law issues, navigating the complexities of international legal matters with ease.
➤ Consistently praised by clients for her empathetic service, strategic thinking and meticulous case preparation.
Professional Highlights
➤ Masters of Law (LLM) from Middlesex University, Dubai (LLM Legal Practice SQE)
➤ Bachelors of Law (LLB) from NMIMS, Mumbai, India.
➤ Bachelors of Law (LLB) from NMIMS, Mumbai, India.
Education
➤ Member of the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa.
➤ Member of Bar Council of India
➤ Member of Bar Council of India