Disruption now, disputes later
Control Risks takes a closer look at possible issues that can arise from the Red Sea legal fallout and on how companies can equip themselves for the coming wave of disputes. Since November 2023, Houthi rebels...
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- Harneys hires new partner to strengthen Dubai litigation and insolvency practice
- Gateley Middle East appoints Alim Khamis as head of disputes
- Gibson Dunn hires leading M&A partner Waleed Rasrommani in Riyadh
- Phillip Sacks rejoins Dechert as partner to strengthen Dubai offering
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A secure financial future
In October 2023, the UAE introduced a new and optional end of service investment system for private sector employees to safeguard their savings through various investment options. On October 10, 2023, Cabinet Resolution No. (96) of...
Navigating IP Rights & the Source Code
Gaby Samir El Hakim and Maha Alkhabbaz of the National Bank of Bahrain B.SC. offer their legal and financial perspective on the impact of intellectual property rights considering Bahrain’s digital economy growth. As part of Bahrain’s...
Striking the perfect balance
Thomas Paoletti of Paoletti Law Group shares his insight on UAE’s pursuit of an investor-friendly environment and a robust compliance regime. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has rapidly emerged as one of the most attractive business...
The LSC’s Principles
Mahmud Sawan of Manara Law shares his thoughts on the State’s responsibility for military operations in the context of Libya, highlighting three key principles established by the Libyan Supreme Court. During and after the 2011 events,...
The rise of the family office
Gulfam Hussain, director – group legal counsel of a Private Investment Company in Bahrain, shares his thoughts on what it takes to create a sustainable and resilient family business powerhouse, considering the sector’s burgeoning demand at...
Middle East 2023 – What’s on the horizon?
Harriet Grant of Opal & Gray takes a closer look at the current Middle East legal market, offering her insight on emerging trends, laws, energy hubs, visions and key players. In this article, we will delve...
Navigating sustainability reporting
The thickening alphabet soup of sustainability reporting standards: Who are the standard setters and what are some key recent developments in standards for reporting sustainability practices? An analysis by Hessam Kalantar of KBLG. It has become...
Reciprocity between jurisdictions: Are we there yet?
A commentary by Jenner & Block and KBH on the trend towards reciprocity in the enforcement of UAE, English, and US judgments and awards. Given the increasing number of companies with assets and operations spanning the...
The ESG journey in the UAE
A commentary on the position of the Middle East and the UAE’s sustainability mandates ahead of COP 28, by Gabriella Savastano and Laura Houët of CMS. With the UAE due to host the 28th session of...
