Debt Recovery

Nedelcu & Co advises creditors, businesses, and financial institutions on the recovery of debts both in the UAE and beyond. We represent our clients at all stages of the debt recovery process, from pre-litigation demand and settlement negotiations to litigation and enforcement proceedings, both in the UAE and abroad, in order to obtain maximum value for our clients, where appropriate, without damaging business relationships, where this is in the interests of our clients.

Our work begins with an analysis of collectability, that is, the assessment of the collectability of the claim and the optimal further strategy based on a consideration of costs and benefits. If we identify a possibility for amicable settlement, we will endeavor to achieve a negotiated repayment plan. In cases where such an option is not available, we are ready to take all necessary measures to recover the debts both in the UAE and abroad, including litigating claims in the courts of the onshore UAE and common law courts of the DIFC and ADGM and enforcing judgments and awards, whether local or foreign, against assets in the UAE and beyond.

In addition, we offer our services in relation to the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments and awards, as well as issues related to insolvency and restructuring proceedings. Our experience allows us to provide practical and realistic advice on the most viable options for debt recovery, always taking into account local litigation and enforcement practice.

What we manage

Pre-Action Debt Recovery
Demand & Settlement Negotiations
Onshore Court Proceedings
DIFC & ADGM Litigation
Judgement & Award Enforcement
Domestic & International Asset Recovery
Recognition of Foreign Decisions
Debt Recovery & Insolvency Matters
Who is it for?

When Outstanding Debts Demand Action

Legal guidance for those seeking to convert outstanding financial claims into meaningful recovery.

Creditors & Businesses Pursuing Commercial Claims

Investment Funds & Financial Investors Pursuing Recoveries

Corporates Recovering Outstanding Business Debts

Trade Creditors & Commercial Counterparties With Unpaid Obligations

Banks & Financial Institutions Seeking Debt Recovery

Creditors Pursuing Debtors Across the UAE & International Markets

Our Approach

Effective debt recovery starts with understanding what can be recovered, how, and at what cost.

01

Recoverability Assessment

Assessing the strength of the underlying obligation and identifying the most cost-effective route to payment.

02

Negotiated Recovery

Pursuing structured settlements and repayment arrangements where an amicable resolution offers the best outcome.

03

Litigation & Enforcement

Taking decisive legal action when necessary, with strategy grounded in how courts and enforcement mechanisms operate in practice.

Why Nedelcu & Co.

Recoverability First

Assessing the strength of the claim, available assets, jurisdiction, and practical prospects of recovery before determining the appropriate course of action.

UAE & Cross-Border Enforcement

Navigating onshore, DIFC, ADGM, and international enforcement mechanisms to pursue recovery against assets wherever they are located.

From Claim to Recovery

Managing the full recovery process from initial demand and negotiation through litigation, judgment enforcement, and recognition of foreign decisions.

Early Recovery Assessment

Evaluating the claim, debtor position, available assets, and recovery prospects before deciding how to proceed.

Effective Enforcement Planning

Selecting the appropriate enforcement route based on jurisdiction, asset location, and the practical prospects of recovery.

Negotiation Before Escalation

Pursuing structured settlements where they offer a commercially sensible route to recovery, while remaining prepared for formal proceedings.

Turn Outstanding Debt Into Recovered Value

Unpaid debt can constrain cash flow and weaken commercial value. Nedelcu & Co. provides strategic legal guidance to pursue recovery efficiently, from negotiation through litigation and enforcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step in recovering a debt?
Can you recover a debt without going to court?
Which court will hear my claim, the onshore UAE courts or the DIFC/ADGM?
Can you enforce a foreign judgment or arbitral award in the UAE?
Is there a time limit for pursuing a debt?
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