Yousif Hussain Al Sahlawi is the Founding Partner of Al Sahlawi Advocates and Legal Consultants and leads the firm’s Criminal and Family Dispute Resolution practices.
With more than 35 years of experience in the UAE legal sector, Yousif brings a rare combination of prosecutorial insight, government leadership, and courtroom advocacy. His career reflects deep familiarity with the UAE legal system from multiple perspectives, allowing him to approach disputes with strategic clarity and procedural authority.
Professional Background
Yousif served as a Federal Public Prosecutor for over ten years, handling complex criminal matters and gaining first hand insight into investigation processes, prosecution strategy, and judicial decision making. He later held the position of Executive Director within the Dubai Government for more than a decade, further strengthening his understanding of regulatory frameworks, public institutions, and governance.
In addition to his public service, Yousif has practiced extensively as an Advocate, advising and representing clients across a wide range of legal matters. This breadth of experience enables him to assess cases holistically, balancing legal risk, procedural realities, and practical outcomes.
Practice Focus
Today, Yousif leads the firm’s Criminal Dispute Resolution and Family Dispute Resolution practices. He represents both corporate and individual clients in sensitive, high stakes matters, including serious criminal cases and complex family disputes.
Clients value his ability to manage cases with discretion, decisiveness, and a strong command of UAE law and procedure. His approach is direct, strategic, and results oriented.
Reputation and Client Base
Beyond his legal career, Yousif is widely recognized in the UAE as a former national team football player. This background contributed to his public profile and long standing relationships across the country. Over the years, this visibility combined with professional credibility has allowed him to build and maintain a high profile and diverse client base.
Clients entrust Yousif and the firm with matters that require experience, judgment, and confidence in legal representation.
Practice Focus:
Criminal Law, Family Law, Private Client Services
Experience:
35+ years
Languages:
Arabic & English
Our Legal Team
Our team is composed of experienced legal professionals dedicated to dispute resolution and litigation, working collaboratively to deliver clear, strategic, and effective legal solutions.
Managing Partner leading the firm’s commercial dispute resolution and high value litigation and arbitration matters.
Senior Partner with over 25 years of experience advising on complex civil and commercial disputes in the UAE.
Partner in the litigation practice with over 25 years of experience in civil and commercial disputes.