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Top Stories
Calculating Fee for Legal Service by AIDr. Omar S I Abasheikh, senior legal counsel at Halcon Systems L.L.C., shares his perspective on understanding the complexities of determining fees for legal services performed using AI and the implications for legal professionals and clients Natural,...
Top Stories
The power trioBen Cockram of Major, Lindsey & Africa discusses the convergence of Legal, Compliance and Government Affairs in the era of chaos, highlighting the strategic integration needed to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and geopolitical challenges. In the past,...
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Why ‘without prejudice’ mattersA recent Dubai Court of Cassation ruling (Case No. 486/2024) suggests onshore UAE courts may start recognising the ‘without prejudice’ principle. Mehdi Seadon and Jason Francis of Kennedys examine the implications of this potential shift. “Onshore UAE...
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Unpacking corporate governance in KSA – Part 1Shareholder rights and management responsibilities: Edoardo Betto and Hadeel Badhris of ZH Partners and Ellen Ray and Azizah Altimimi of Hourani & Partners explore how Saudi Arabia has advanced its corporate governance standards to protect shareholder rights...
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Empowering female expertsDespite discouraging recent figures, a significant change in gender equality among expert witnesses is on the horizon. Clare Lavin of HKA shares her perspective on creating a level playing field for change for aspiring female experts. For...
Middle East & International News
Paul Hastings LLP announced the significant expansion of its global energy and infrastructure practice with the...
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), home to the world’s leading arbitral institution, the ICC International...
Ashurst has announced that Karen Davies has been re-elected as global chair of the firm for...
Akin has announced that Alexander Malahias has joined its corporate practice to co-lead the launch of the firm’s...
Simmons & Simmons has announced that Emily Monastiriotis has been elected to become the next managing...
Pinsent Masons, announces the establishment of Pinsent Masons Saudi Arabia Law Firm LLC, based in Riyadh,...
Features
ESG standards have evolved into a global reporting framework, ensuring ethical investments and holding companies accountable for sustainable practices, operational...
Calculating Fee for Legal Service by AIDr. Omar S I Abasheikh, senior legal counsel at Halcon Systems L.L.C., shares his perspective on understanding the complexities of...
Opinions
A recent Dubai Court of Cassation ruling (Case No. 486/2024) suggests onshore UAE courts may start recognising the ‘without prejudice’...
Empowering female expertsDespite discouraging recent figures, a significant change in gender equality among expert witnesses is on the horizon. Clare Lavin of...
Legal Deals
Norton Rose Fulbright has advised Markel on its acquisition of The MECO Group Limited (MECO), an independent specialist marine managing...
BonelliErede advises Prada on Versace acquisitionBonelliErede advised Prada in relation to the Italian law aspects and in the financing of the transaction with a large...
Interviews
In-House Insights
The Conscious Lawyer, authored by Kiran Scarr, inspires leaders to embrace growth mindset...
Private Eye
Stephenson Harwood talks to the Oath about maritime decarbonisation and its...
Movers & Shakers
Stephenson Harwood LLP has promoted twelve lawyers to its partnership, effective from May 1, 2025. “It’s fantastic to welcome these exceptionally talented, driven and accomplished lawyers to our partnership,” said Eifion Morris, chief executive officer, Stephenson Harwood. “Each new partner has demonstrated the strengths that define our firm — bringing...
Movers & Shakers
A&O Shearman announced that 33 lawyers have been promoted to its partnership, effective May 1, 2025. The promotions have been made across 11 of the firm’s practice areas in 16 different offices throughout 11 countries. Regionally, there were 14 promotions across Continental Europe, nine in the United Kingdom, four in...
Movers & Shakers
Paul Hastings LLP announced the significant expansion of its global energy and infrastructure practice with the addition of a premier European team and the opening of a new Abu Dhabi office situated as the firm’s regional hub serving clients across the UAE, Europe and Asia. Joining from White & Case...
Middle East Events
April 2025
UAE: 10th International Arbitration & ADR Summit — Dubai
24 April 2025
9.10am - 5.10pm
At Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai, UAE
