The DIFC’s Digital Economy Court paves the way for the resolution of emerging disputes with a new set of specialised rules that seamlessly blend expertise and technology. William Prasifka of BSA elaborates. The DIFC has recently...
Baker McKenzie presents a summary of the most significant changes to the law that opens the door for early termination or expiry of commercial agencies on their terms. Following rounds of consultation, the United Arab Emirates...
Ton Van Doremalen and Nils Vanhassel of DLA Piper delve into the key features of the robust and attractive new Corporate Income Tax regime and its impact on businesses. On 31 January 2022, the United Arab...
Nicholas Sharratt of Stephenson Harwood outlines the key issues to consider on greenwashing litigation risk, why it is important and top tips on making ESG claims and disclosures. With the increased focus on environmental, social and...
Reed Smith’s Michelle Nelson and Alison Eslick take a closer at the arbitration in the MENA and offer their thoughts on the success factors that are critical for a thriving regional offering. The world of arbitration...
Rebecca Kelly and Ayman Khaleq of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius forecast emerging trends and developments in the Middle East, with a focus on financial services, technology and litigation. Hot on the heels of the Qatar World...
Essam Al Tamimi, chairman of Al Tamimi & Company, analyses the new Federal Decree-Law granting unlimited benefits to family companies. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued Federal Decree-Law No. 37 of 2022 on Family Companies...
As the one-year anniversary of the UAE having joined the Madrid System approaches, Saba Al Sultani and Alicia Ma of DLA Piper take a retrospective look at what has changed since the country’s accession to the...
Jay Kesaria of Addleshaw Goddard highlights the importance of Data Protection Impact Assessment to identify and mitigate risks, and create a culture of data privacy within organisations. With virtually all businesses processing personal data in some...
Should supporting good mental health be on the boardroom agenda? There is certainly a strong business case for it to be so, writes Lisa Bryson of Eversheds Sutherland. The World Economic Forum has estimated that the...
