The ‘Virtual digital pleading’ enables litigants in a lawsuit to submit their statements and requests before the courts using digital channels without any limitations of location or time.

The service facilitates the plaintiff to access the system and record his/her statements and requests in the lawsuit, and at the same time, enables the defendant to respond to these requests under the supervision of the competent judge or case manager. Both parties can exchange requests and responses throughout the designated session day.

The platform provides a virtual environment that meets the needs of litigants and lawyers, offering fast, efficient, transparent and advanced justice, 24/7.

The pleading process involves a back-and-forth exchange between the two parties of the case, where they present their defences, arguments, evidence and requests using memoranda, documents, previous judicial rulings and evidence.

Previously, the process of appearing before a judge for litigation took place either in person or virtually, with sessions scheduled in advance. However, this approach demanded considerable time, effort and procedural requirements from the parties involved. With the introduction of the ‘Virtual digital pleading’, the pleading has changed into an instant conversation format between the parties involved. This conversation occurs directly, with their statements being recorded and documented in the digital pleading minutes and the digital case record.

The service can be accessed and the digital pleading minutes can be viewed via smart phones or the website round the clock so that the lawsuit parties can add any new evidence or document when they want. This accelerates the pace of litigation, shortens many procedures and contributes to achieving rapid and prompt justice.

This service is in line with the UAE Strategy for Government Services, which aims to facilitate digital transformation and provide the best government services in the world.

Related links

• Virtual Digital Pleading User Guide (PDF, 1 MB in Arabic)
• Remote court hearings - Judicial Department-Abu Dhabi.