Nita Maru

Spear's Review

Of the high-powered lawyers making waves in the UAE, Nita Maru is among the most formidable. When she established her firm TWC Legal Consultants in 2009, she'd advocated for the development of the DIFC wills and probate system to consider expatriates and non-Muslims who'd prefer their estate to be determined as per their own wishes and not by Shariah law. 

'Many expatriates were unaware that their estate could be subject to Shariah/UAE law leading to unforeseen complications, particularly for families with complex asset and business structures,’ she tells Spear's. 'By advocating for these communities and helping them navigate the legal landscape, I aimed to provide peace of mind and security for their family.'

Almost two decades on, Maru has cemented her reputation as a leading wills specialist in the region.