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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)...

Law firm highlights – July-August 2023

Norton Rose Fulbright celebrated its 20th anniversary in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a memorable evening reception for clients and colleagues at the Museum of the Future. The firm welcomed His Excellency Dr. Thani bin...

Robert Stephen joins arbitration centre as new registrar

The Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) announced the appointment of Robert Stephen as its new registrar. Stephen, who officially takes up his new role on July 3rd, 2023, has been a member of the Advisory Committee...

Law firm highlights – June 2023

Over fifty attendees from the UAE insurance sector gathered at the Four Seasons DIFC as joint managing partner Mohamed El Hawawy, partner Natalie Jansen and legal director Gregg Hammond shared their expertise and provided updates on...

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