As energy resilience becomes increasingly critical, new research from multinational law firm Pinsent Masons shows carbon capture and storage (CCS) remains the dominant focus of low‑carbon investment across the Middle East, while diversification into complementary technologies gains momentum. The...
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) reported statistics for the first quarter of 2026, reflecting continued demand and stable performance across its divisions. Total claims grew 22 per cent, from 325 claims in Q1 2025, to...
Perkins Coie and Ashurst announced that the partnerships of both firms have voted overwhelmingly to approve their proposed combination. The approval follows consultation from both firms and reflects strong support for the combination of two law...
CMS announced that it has relocated its Riyadh office to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), marking another milestone in the firm’s continued growth in Saudi Arabia. The new office, located at Level 6, Building 1.09...
ADGM Courts, the internationally recognised independent courts of ADGM, have announced the appointment of The Right Honourable Lord Patrick Hodge as the new Chief Justice, following the retirement of The Right Honourable Lord David Hope of Craighead KT after an...
HFW has re-elected of Giles Kavanagh as its global senior partner as it continues to expand internationally and strengthen its position across key industries. Kavanagh was first elected to the role in 2022 and, working alongside...
Kennedys has appointed Milan Devani as its chief information officer (CIO). Devani brings extensive experience leading global legal technology functions, with a strong focus on modernising IT platforms, strengthening information security, and building high-performing technology teams. With over two...
Pinsent Masons has followed up the opening of a new office in Shenzhen with government approval to enter a joint venture in the Qianhai Free Trade Zone with leading Chinese corporate law firm China Commercial Law...
Al Tamimi & Company has implemented Xapien’s due diligence platform to support and enhance its client onboarding and compliance processes, as part of its ongoing focus on smart growth, efficiency and regulatory compliance. With operations across...
A new regional survey by Deloitte’s Tax & Legal business shows that organisations across the GCC are rapidly adopting Generative AI (GenAI) in tax, finance, and legal functions – but many are still struggling to move...
