Nita Maru

Wills & Estate Inheritance

Succession & Legacy Planning

Probate & Estate Administration

Family & Divorce Law

DIFC Foundations

Nita Maru is an accomplished UK-qualified Solicitor and visionary Managing Partner of TWS Legal Consultants, a dynamic law firm in Dubai. She also owns and operates TWS Corporate Services, specialising in structuring DIFC Foundations and providing comprehensive DIFC Corporate Services to meet clients’ diverse legal needs.

With over 25 years of experience in senior positions in London and the UAE, Nita is renowned for her expertise in Private Client Law, Wills, Inheritance, and Succession Planning.

Her commitment to excellence, personal yet professional approach, and dedication to safeguarding her clients’ families and assets have earned her respect in the legal community and beyond.

Licensed by the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department

Licensed & Approved by Dubai Ruler’s Court

DIFC Registered Wills Draftsman

Registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (England & Wales)

Top Recommended Wills & Probate Lawyers by Spear's 500

Listed by the British Embassy Dubai

Member of Resolution as Family Lawyers

Members of STEP - Society of Trusts & Estate Practitioners

Registered Agents with Jafza & RAK ICC

Nita Maru’s extensive knowledge in the field of Family Inheritance and Succession Planning has garnered significant recognition in various media and legal circles.

As a prolific author and contributor, Nita’s insights on Wills, Inheritance, Succession, and Family Matters have been featured in esteemed publications such as Gulf News, The National, Khaleej Times, British Chamber of Commerce Dubai, Entrepreneur Middle East, Global Legal Group and more. She has delivered numerous presentations & awareness sessions at schools, multinational companies, financial institutions, and community organisations, educating thousands on the importance of Inheritance Planning, Guardianship, & Wealth Protection. Her thought leadership has solidified her position as a respected authority, and her contributions continue to enlighten readers on crucial legal aspects.

Through her authorship and media recognition, Nita Maru strives to empower individuals with essential knowledge, ensuring they make informed decisions concerning their family and assets.

In 2009, Nita Maru, driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and an unwavering commitment to legal excellence, recognised a significant gap in the UAE’s legal landscape, an opportunity to address unmet needs within the industry, particularly for expatriates in the domain of Estate Planning and Family Matters.

“When I moved from London, I realised that expatriates were largely unaware of the implications of UAE/Sharia law on their Estate, Family Matters, and Succession Planning in the UAE,” Nita recalls.

“I noticed a distinct lack of awareness and knowledge among business owners and individuals about the importance of these issues. Through further research, it became evident that no law firm in Dubai specialised in Wills and Succession Planning and Family Matters, despite the complexity of local Sharia laws. Recognising this gap, I felt compelled to bridge it.”

Passionate about helping expatriates secure their families and assets in the UAE, Nita set out to establish a family-run law firm in Dubai to address the unmet legal needs of expatriates, particularly in Wills, Succession, and Family Matters. As a mother of three children herself, Nita’s motivation was deeply personal, ensuring that others could protect their loved ones and legacies just as she had for her own family. Today, with the next generation actively involved, including her son Shan Maru, the firm continues to build on this legacy, combining experience, innovation, and a long-term commitment to clients across the UAE.

Managing Partner and Solicitor

TWS Legal Consultants

July, 2009 - Present

Leading Individual Award

WealthBriefing MENA Awards

2025