Middle East & International News

Middle East & International News

ICMA to host its XXII Congress in Dubai

The International Congress of Maritime Arbitrators (ICMA) has announced that its highly anticipated XXII congress will be held in Dubai, from November 5 – 10, 2023, hosted by the Dubai International Arbitration Center (DIAC). This marks...

A&O Shearman merger approved

Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling announced that the partnerships of both firms have voted in favor of merging to create A&O Shearman. More than 99 per cent of the votes cast at each firm...

DIAC’s new mediation rules

The Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) has introduced its modern Mediation Rules, setting a new standard in alternative dispute resolution amidst an evolving commercial landscape. DIAC’s commitment to meeting the dynamic needs of the business community...

Firms obtain law license in KSA

Squire Patton Boggs has obtained its law license in Saudi Arabia. Middle East Practice co-chairs Gassan Baloul and Tom Wilson commented, “The coming decade promises to be a time of immense growth and development in Saudi...

Law firm highlights – September 2023

Allen & Overy (A&O) announced the appointment of Khalid Garousha as interim global managing partner, effective from September 1, 2023, for an eight-month period to April 30, 2024. Garousha is the regional managing partner in the...

Consilio announces intent to acquire LOD and SYKE

Consilio, a leader in legal technology solutions and enterprise legal services, has come to an agreement to acquire Lawyers On Demand (LOD), a pioneer in flexible legal talent, and SYKE, a premier legal technology consultancy headquartered...

DIAC to host ICMA XXII

The Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) unveiled its role as host for the prestigious 22nd International Congress for Maritime Arbitrators (ICMA XXII) from November 5-10, 2023, marking a momentous first for the Middle East. Since its...

Meysan Partners launches in London

Meysan Partners announces the launch of its London office today, its first office outside of the Middle East. Meysan London will focus on heavyweight commercial and investor-state disputes, with a mission to apply the firm’s international...

ADGM implements its Sustainable Finance Regulatory Framework

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) announced the implementation of its sustainable finance regulatory framework with immediate effect, following significant support received through public consultation, reinforcing its position as a leading sustainable financial hub and a natural...

Middlesex University Dubai launches SQE Pathway degree  

Middlesex University Dubai is delighted to launch a brand new British Postgraduate Law degree programme for its September 2023 intake. Introduced in response to legal industry and employer demands, the landmark LLM Legal Practice (SQE Pathway)...

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