About Heirloom

The most valuable thing
you pass on.

Heirloom was built for the millions of people who've made the UAE home — and who've quietly worried about what happens next.

We believe a will isn't paperwork about death. It's the most valuable thing you'll ever pass on: clarity, dignity, and protection for the people you love.

We pair Emirati legal expertise with modern technology to make ADJD-registered wills simple, affordable and in your own language — because protection shouldn't depend on which lawyer you happen to know.

Our principles
  • Calm over fear

    Estate planning should feel like care, not crisis.
  • Clarity over jargon

    Plain language. In your language. Every step.
  • Speed without shortcuts

    Days instead of months — without sacrificing legal rigour.
  • Lifetime, not transaction

    We're your safety net long after the will is signed.
Insights & Articles

Heirloom Editorial

Editorial articles by our legal team on Will preparation, registration, and estate planning in the UAE.

Estate Planning

Do Expats Really Need a Will in the UAE?

If you are a non-Muslim expatriate living in the UAE, you may assume your estate will automatically pass to your spouse or children. In reality, UAE law does not work that way by default, and the gap can leave families exposed at the worst possible time.

Heirloom Legal Team June 2, 2026· ~2.5 min read
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Legal Framework

DIFC vs ADJD vs Dubai Courts: Which Will Registration Route Is Right for You?

Non-Muslim expats in the UAE have three main routes to register a will: the DIFC Wills Service, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD), and the Dubai Courts. Each differs in jurisdiction, language, cost, and reach. Choosing the right one matters.

Heirloom Legal Team May 26, 2026· ~3 min read
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Legal Framework

What Is Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022 and Why It Matters

In 2023 the UAE introduced a landmark change to how non-Muslim estates are handled. Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022 reshaped the default rules and gave expat families a clearer framework than ever before.

Heirloom Legal Team May 19, 2026· ~2.5 min read
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Procedure

How to Register a UAE Will Online in Minutes

Registering a will once meant multiple office visits and stacks of paperwork. Today, non-Muslim expats can complete the entire process online, often in well under an hour.

Heirloom Legal Team May 12, 2026· ~2 min read
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Family

Appointing Guardians for Your Children in a UAE Will

For parents, the most important part of a will is often not the money. It is who will care for your children if the unthinkable happens. In the UAE, the only reliable way to choose is through a properly registered will.

Heirloom Legal Team May 5, 2026· ~3 min read
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Legal Framework

Sharia Inheritance vs Non-Muslim Wills: Key Differences

One of the biggest misconceptions among expats is that their home-country rules automatically apply in the UAE. Understanding how Sharia-based inheritance differs from a registered non-Muslim will is essential to protecting your family.

Heirloom Legal Team April 28, 2026· ~3 min read
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