AI, metaverse & the workplace
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Opinions
The amicable route?
Katie McCann of Lowry Legal, a boutique family law firm, talks about the complexities of divorce for expats and business owners in the Middle East and the rise of pre-nuptial agreements in the UAE. The scenario...
Secure your legacy
Ajith Madhavan, managing partner of Ajith M Legal Consultancy, lists essential tips and considerations for crafting Wills in the United Arab Emirates. The UAE is known for its tolerance and is home to over 200 nationalities,...
The Article 96 challenges
Hesham El-Samra of Taylor Wessing talks about key considerations in implementing Article 96 of UAE’s Narcotic Control Law on confiscation from travellers. The article provides an overview of the primary challenges in implementing Article 96 of...
Success fee arrangements in the UAE…how successful?
The Federal Decree No.34 of 2022 introduced changes to the legal position of success fees. Amr Bajamal, partner at NHB Legal, considers the current reality of fee arrangements in the light of the development and if...
Enabling data privacy compliance
Abhishek Nandan of FRA on navigating the complexities of data privacy compliance for litigation in the Gulf, through technological advances. The careful handling of personal data has become imperative with regard to the topic of litigation...
The BOD’s role & duties
What are the key responsibilities of the Board of Directors in the banking sector? Gaby Samir El Hakim and Maha Alkhabbaz of the National Bank of Bahrain B.SC. lists obligations as set out in the CCL...
The road ahead…
As the DFSA seeks market feedback on the DIFC Credit Fund Regime, Morgan Lewis analyses the proposed amendments to its Collective Investment Rules and the impact on the funds landscape. The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)...
Russian sanctions – ignore at your peril
Why should companies in the Middle East be concerned about EU, UK and US sanctions? Robert Dalling, Alexis Early and Karam Jardaneh of Jenner & Block talk about why developing a risk-based approach to sanctions compliance...
Nurturing relationships beyond employment
Ajith Madhavan, managing partner, Ajith M Legal Consultancy, shares his thoughts on the enduring legacy of loyalty and commitment with regard to the role of the General Counsel. General Counsel should have valuable experience in dealing...
