18 Years Fighting Injustice: Detained in Dubai's Unbreakable Legacy
- Detained in Dubai
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Detained in Dubai celebrates EIGHTEEN years of incredible work!
Wow! Detained in Dubai is now 18 years old and has helped more than twenty five thousand people over its nearly two decades of operation. “It’s hard to believe it was 18 years ago that my friend and colleague was arrested in Dubai. It almost feels like yesterday”, reflects Detained in Dubai founder Radha Stirling.
“I am endlessly grateful that I was able to help him and grateful that it led to me being able to help thousands more facing injustice and even facing life threatening situations. We’ve had cases ranging from business and financial conflict to cryptocurrency persecution to serious violent crime to human rights violations, torture and daring escapes. We’ve seen our work pay off with increased travel warnings, important changes to laws and governmental investigations into wrongdoing.
“I’m forever thankful to the international community, the United Nations, governments and individual politicians who have supported our work, our diplomacy and our clients. I’m always appreciative of the brave journalists and media who have often put their own safety on the line to help spotlight some of the most egregious issues and generating the pressure necessary for change.
“This past year has seen us grow as an organisation, expand the tactical approach used to solve cases under the radar, helping people get their lives back, even where they thought they were doomed. We’ve seen so many emotional reunions, including most recently, tortured grandfather Albert Douglas who made it home in time for Christmas. We’ve ensured the safe return of high profile clients, veterans and celebrities facing unjust allegations. We’ve advocated for women who have suffered violence and trafficking, child abduction and domestic abuse as well as victims of Dubai's arbitrary and evidence-light drug enforcement practices.
“We’ve taken on some serious conflicts with overlapping Interpol and Extradition issues helping ‘Bitcoin Jesus’ Roger Ver and facing up to a corrupt and oppressive regime in Uzbekistan. Some of our advocacy has attracted powerful enemies and every day this past year at Detained in Dubai has been both challenging and rewarding. We are closely watching the evolving relationships with Western governments and the Middle East and are thankful for the diplomatic assistance provided by the Irish and American governments, including Sec. Rubio, Vice President Vance and President Trump.
Radha Stirling represented Biden victim, Tara Reade who faced persecution from Joe Biden.
“Interpol has remained one of our core areas of focus. We have helped dozens of clients proactively prevent Interpol Red Notices from ever being issued, protecting them from unexpected arrests while travelling and the devastating consequences that can follow.
“The battle continues and it’s an honour to lead it. Thank you to our team at Detained in Dubai, our friends, allies and supporters. You give us the courage and certainty that we will continue to win.
“That same commitment, experience, and determination now guide the work we continue to do every day for those who still need urgent help.”
Legal Services in Dubai
Contact Detained in Dubai first. We work with a team of vetted, trusted and discrete lawyers on the ground. You won’t get a more effective results driven team.
If all legal avenues have been exhausted or you have lost hope, we will still find a solution and you will be home soon.
Expert Representation
Stirling’s work and experience led her to being recognised as an Expert Witness in extradition, Interpol, civil, criminal and immigration cases. The UAE’s abuse of the Interpol Red Notice database inspired her to tackle the world’s largest information sharing agency and call for its transparency and accountability.
Just does it!
After 18 years in the game, Stirling takes a no-nonsense approach. It’s about getting things done and fast. She understands the stakes and the urgency. Stirling has faced formidable opponents including multiple royal families and world leaders, oppressive governments, oligarchs, criminal gangs, security forces and international agencies.
Her work has seen targets freed from jail, safely relocated and saved from judicial weaponization.
Stirling acts for celebrities, royals and big business owners but consistently helps in cases of injustice against tourists and expats, many of which have been covered by the international media. Marcus Fakana was released from prison after an intensive campaign, as was Mia O’Brien and Albert Douglas.
2026
Detained in Dubai will continue to fight injustice, to challenge oppressive governments, to fight against censorship, weaponization, authoritarianism and to take on organisations like Interpol while fighting for clients, one at a time.
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Whether you need an experienced and reliable legal team, litigation support, expert testimony, Interpol Red Notice deletion, crisis management or media support, we are here and we’re ready to fight for you. The sooner you get in touch, the stronger the chances of success.
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Radha Stirling - CEO at Detained in Dubai - +44 7 309 114 195
