ADJD facilitated financial settlements worth AED443 million in the first half of 2024.

The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) resolved a total of 1,234 commercial, real estate, civil, and consumer disputes in the first half of 2024, with settlements amounting to AED 44,039,415.

As per the ADJD's Vital Operations Performance Report, 657 commercial disputes were settled, totaling AED 18,844,088. In addition, 276 real estate disputes were resolved, with settlements amounting to AED 12,434,016, while 301 consumer and civil disputes were settled for AED 12,761,311.

Counsellor Yousef Saeed Al Abri, the ADJD Under-Secretary, emphasized the importance of promoting a culture of alternative dispute resolution. He highlighted that the department's focus on mediation and conciliation aligns with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Judicial Department, in promoting amicable settlements to enhance justice and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s competitive standing.

Al Abri also noted the strategic partnerships with external mediation centers, including the Real Estate Dispute Settlement Centre and the Consumer Dispute Settlement Centre, which aim to expedite the resolution of commercial and economic disputes in a cost-effective manner.

He added that these initiatives encourage the use of alternative dispute resolution as the initial step before litigation, ensuring the protection of rights and supporting a conducive environment for entrepreneurship and investment in Abu Dhabi.