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Money Laundering Defence Lawyer

Defending allegations that funds were derived from crime or moved to hide their source.

Last updated 15 October 2026. Statutes checked against the official text.

Dr Alaa Al Houshy
Speak to a lawyerDr Alaa Al HoushyCriminal defence, AK Criminal Lawyers

What is a money laundering allegation?

A claim that money came from an offence and was handled in a way that disguised it.

These cases often involve frozen accounts and detailed financial analysis.

What do we do?

We trace the money, document the lawful source and challenge the link to any predicate offence.

We also act to release frozen funds where grounds exist.

What do investigators look for?

Unusual patterns, third-party transfers and documentation gaps.

We prepare explanations backed by records.

What should I do first?

  1. Gather source-of-funds documents

    Salary, sale and loan records.

  2. Collect bank statements

    Over the relevant period.

  3. Do not move funds

    Avoid any restructuring.

  4. Tell us about third parties

    Those who sent or received funds.

Call us on +971 50 653 1334 or message us on WhatsApp. We answer at any hour.

Frequently asked questions

Can accounts be frozen?

Yes, in investigations. We advise on applying for release.

Does a transfer for a friend count?

It can be examined. Knowledge and purpose are important. We assess the facts.

Related guides

Sources

This page describes how we act in this type of case. It does not restate the law: the linked guides set out the statutory position and cite the official English text on the UAE Legislation portal, uaelegislation.gov.ae. The Arabic text prevails over translations.

This page is general information, not legal advice.

If you or someone close to you is under investigation, speak to us early.

Call or message us at any hour. Tell us what has happened and where the case is. We will explain the next step.