What it is
A legal notice is a formal letter sent to another party — an individual or a company — setting out a position, a demand or a concern, and often requesting a response or action within a stated period. It creates a written record that a matter was raised, which can be useful later if the dispute continues.
Legal notices are used across many situations in the UAE, including unpaid debts, contract disputes, tenancy issues, employment matters and disputes between business partners. The right tone, structure and level of detail depend on the underlying matter and what is intended to follow if there is no response.
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What it commonly contains
The specific wording and structure depend on the subject matter and the applicable procedure, and should reflect only what can be supported by the underlying documents.
- The names and details of the sender and recipient.
- A summary of the background and the issue being raised.
- A clear statement of what is being requested or demanded.
- Reference to relevant documents, such as a contract, invoice or correspondence.
- A period within which a response or action is expected.
- A statement of the steps that may follow if there is no satisfactory response.
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Before you send
- 1Confirm the correct legal name and address of the recipient.
- 2Gather the documents that support the claim or concern being raised.
- 3Check that the facts stated are accurate and consistent with your records.
- 4Consider whether the notice needs to be delivered through a particular channel to be effective.
- 5Keep a copy of the notice and proof of delivery.
- 6Consider taking advice if the matter is significant or the next step may involve a court process.
