Middle East & International News

Middle East & International News

Charles Russell Speechlys & Couchmans combine

Charles Russell Speechlys has announced that the partners and staff of Couchmans LLP have joined the firm to form a unique full-service legal offering for the sports sector with a focus on the Middle East market. By combining its...

Designer courts

Dubai Design & Fashion Council (DDFC) today signed a cooperation agreement with DIFC Dispute Resolution Authority (DRA), including DIFC Courts, to pave the way for wider adoption of the English language, international law courts system by...

DIFC issues new employment law for public consultation

The DIFC has proposed a new Employment Law regime. DIFC Authority’s Legislative Committee has invited public comment on the new proposed law, which enhances the current DIFC Employment Law, in order to bring it in line...

Commercial claims on the rise at DIFC Courts

DIFC Courts has revealed its key figures for the full year 2017, with a volume of 520 cases across all divisions, delivering steady growth for the English-language common law courts. Claims at the main Court of...

UAE’s draft Arbitration Law approved

The Federal National Council of the United Arab Emirates has approved a draft Arbitration Law. According to the state news agency WAM, the draft law outlines, “The provisions of the law will apply to all arbitrations...

BSA launches Spain & Latin America Desk

The firm has introduced its second foreign desk, led by Eduardo Delage, in an affiliation with Spanish practice Lupicinio International Law Firm. BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP has unveiled its latest venture, a Spain...

MHLF’s new FinTech capabilities

Mahmood Hussain Law Firm (MHLF) has announced that it has added a Fintech practice, setting a dedicated team equipped to advise and assist businesses on matters related to the use and implementation of blockchain technology. This...

Covington expands in Dubai

Covington recently celebrated the launch of the firm’s expanded Dubai office by holding an evening event for over 100 clients and friends of the firm at the Four Seasons, DIFC. The firm’s enhanced offering in the...

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