The Expat Experts
Welcome to The Expat Experts, a podcast where Samara Iqbal, an esteemed international family lawyer and founder of Aramas International Lawyers, delves into the intricate world of expat law. With offices across the UK, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi, Samara and her team are dedicated to helping expatriates navigate the complexities of divorce, family law, and cross-border legal challenges. In each episode, Samara engages in insightful conversations with highly qualified experts from around the globe. Together, they explore critical topics such as international divorce, child custody arrangements, Sharia law, jurisdictional disputes, and much more. Whether you’re an expat facing legal hurdles or simply interested in the nuances of international law, The Expat Experts offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you understand and address your legal concerns. Join us as we unravel the complexities of expat life and provide you with the expert knowledge you need to protect your rights and secure your family’s future, no matter where in the world you are. Don’t forget to subscribe and stay tuned for the latest episodes!
Episodes
In this warm and inspiring episode of The Expat Experts Podcast, we speak with Naveen Eldesouki — founder of Coffee with an Expat, a thriving community for women navigating life in the UAE. She shares her own journey across eight countries, the emotional highs and lows of expat life, and how genuine connection, purpose, and community support can transform the experience. From financial independence and solo parenting ...
In this episode of The Expat Experts Podcast, we speak with Stuart and Yasmin from GSB Wealth, who specialise in helping expats take control of their financial futures in the UAE. From pensions and hidden tax traps to long-term investment strategies and DIFC foundations, they share expert advice tailored for international professionals living in the region. Whether you’re just settling in or thinking about retirement, this episode ...
In this episode of The Expert Expats, we welcome Majdel Musa, Director of Operations and Legal at Real Trust Conveyancing. With over 10 years of experience in the UAE real estate market, Majdel shares essential insights for expats looking to rent, buy, or invest in Dubai.
In this episode of The Expert Expats, we welcome Ali Zakaria, a former Egyptian judge and a leading family lawyer in Dubai. With vast experience in international family law, Ali shares valuable insights into expat relationships, divorce, financial transparency, and cultural challenges in the UAE.
In this episode of The Expert Expats, we welcome Saria Moran, founder of The Liberated Woman, a coaching and training provider focused on helping survivors of domestic abuse rebuild their lives.
Saria shares her personal journey, discussing how it took her 20 years to recognise her own experiences as abuse and how that led her to create a safe and empowering space for women. She highlights the unique challenges expats face when dea...
Join Samara Iqbal as Laurence Black shares invaluable insights on how expatriates can secure and structure their wealth in an ever-changing financial landscape.
In Episode 10 of The Expat Experts - Join Samara Iqbal as she explores the world of Islamic finance with Mohsin Patel, co-founder of Islamic Finance Guru.
This episode is a deep dive into the strategic elements of investing within the Islamic financial framework. They discuss the importance of understanding your investment goals, whether it’s funding a child’s education or planning for a future purchase, and how these objectives sh...
In Episode 10 of The Expat Experts, we sit down with George Howard, a seasoned Chartered Financial Planner from The Fry Group, to discuss the unique financial challenges faced by expats in the UAE. With over 30 years of experience and 5 years living in Dubai, George shares invaluable advice on retirement planning, managing investments, the importance of wills, and creating emergency funds. Discover practical tips to build a solid f...
Crowther mediation working with international families in the UAE and globally, teaching and training mediators, inspiration and background, converting from solicitors to mediators, how to know if mediation is suitable for you.
Introducing the role of a family mediator in the UAE, psychologist and couples therapist, common misconceptions, clinical psychology in Dubai, and what is discernment counselling?
Head of Skywalker, a corporate law firm in the UAE, Simon's mental health initiative with the Dubai police 'Mindforce', how his practice offers legal advice for businesses, discussions into developments in UAE law and diverse and inclusion observations.
Head of Skywalker, a corporate law firm in the UAE, Simon's mental health initiative with the Dubai police 'Mindforce', how his practice offers legal advice for businesses, discussions into developments in UAE law and diverse and inclusion observations.
Considering key financial considerations for expats in the UAE, Tim is a financial/tax adviser in the UAE who has been here for over 30 years, we dispel tax myths, and hear from him with advice for those who may be planning a relocation to the UAE, specifically domicile and tax residency information.
Life coach, psychotherapist and divorce coach in the UAE helping expats, differences between therapy and life coaching, discussions about Anne's 'cardboard box' theory, common misconceptions, socioeconomic comparisons in relation to divorce historically vs now.
Insight into Mr Nizam's legal career in Singapore, his own practice, how he was involved in local legal reform, insight into family law and court systems in Singapore, jurisdictional considerations he assists clients with, his teaching career and the development of family law in Singapore
Insight into Mr Haycox's background as an investor/entrepreneur in the UAE. Advice for establishing businesses, strategies and approaches for aspiring business people, cautionary advice, importance of partnerships and networking
The Expat Experts discuss Dubai Government Trends, Growth Plans and Investments in the UAE featuring Natalie Callaghan, Head of strategic partnerships at Anarock Middle East, in the UAE for 12 years, background in real estate, discussions into government initiatives and trends in Dubai, growth plans, industry trends and considerations for new investors in the UAE.
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