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  • Practical Guidance Spotlight

    2 Dec 2024

    Fast, easy, trusted. It's smart guidance for the real lawyer. *Available on Lexis® Middle East in the Practical Guidance section.

    New Practice Notes on Processing Personal Data which is Lawful, Transparent and Fair and The Role of Processors in the Processing of Personal Data in Abu Dhabi Global Market, authored by Saeed Hasan Khan, Director at Bizilance Legal Consultants and Saifullah Khan, Director at Bizilance Legal Consultants.

  • New Practice Note on Public Listing Rules in Saudi Arabia,

    2 Dec 2024

    New Practice Note on Public Listing Rules in Saudi Arabia, authored by Sabrina Zhou, Partner at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm, Aileen Xi, Senior Legal Consultant at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm and Yefia Li, Trainee Lawyer at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm in Saudi Arabia.

  • Updated Questions and Answers on Data Protection in Oman

    29 Nov 2024

    Updated Questions and Answers on Data Protection 2024 in Oman, authored by Amr Reda Abdullatif Salama, Legal Counsel at Kortech, Hassan Allam Holding.

  • New Practice Note on Special Regulations affecting Sports Broadcasting in Qatar

    27 Nov 2024

    New Practice Note on Special Regulations affecting Sports Broadcasting in Qatar, authored by Nayla Younes, Senior Legal Counsel at AL Hail Law Firm.

  • Updated Legislative Insight on Saudi Arabia Data Protection Law

    27 Nov 2024

    Updated Legislative Insight on Saudi Arabia Data Protection Law, authored by Dr. Shathil Nawaf Shathil, Legal Researcher at the Institute for Legal Research at Sorbonne Université Paris, Panthéon-Sorbonne.

  • Updated Legislative Insight on UAE Personal Data Protection Law

    27 Nov 2024

    Updated Legislative Insight on UAE Personal Data Protection Law, authored by Robin Singh, Regulatory Affairs and Privacy Manager at SEHA‑Legal Affairs.

  • Updated Questions and Answers on Franchising in Kuwait

    26 Nov 2024

    Updated Questions and Answers on Franchising 2024 in Kuwait, authored by Dr. Rachelle Abou Daya, Doctor In Private Law and Senior Legal Associate at Wefaq Law Firm and Bader Alqellaish, Founder & CEO at Wefaq Law Firm & Wefaq Holdings in Kuwait.

  • New Practice Note on Requirements for Drafting a Sponsorship Agreement with an Athlete in Qatar

    25 Nov 2024

    New Practice Note on Requirements for Drafting a Sponsorship Agreement with an Athlete in Qatar, authored by Nayla Younes, Senior Legal Counsel at AL Hail Law Firm.

  • Updated Legislative Insight on Saudi Arabia Competition Law

    22 Nov 2024

    Updated Legislative Insight on Saudi Arabia Competition Law, authored by Wael M. Zaki, Director, Legal & Business Affairs at Global HealthCare, Maat Innovatives (EMEA).

  • Updated Questions and Answers on Corporate Immigration in Kuwait

    20 Nov 2024

    Updated Questions and Answers on Corporate Immigration 2024 in Kuwait, authored by Dr. Rachelle Abou Daya, Doctor In Private Law and Senior Legal Associate at Wefaq Law Firm and Bader Alqellaish, Founder & CEO at Wefaq Law Firm & Wefaq Holdings in Kuwait.

  • Updated Practice Note on Cyberwarfare and Cybercrimes in Qatar

    20 Nov 2024

    Updated Practice Note on Cyberwarfare and Cybercrimes in Qatar, authored by Dr. Shathil Nawaf Shathil, Legal Researcher at the Institute for Legal Research at Sorbonne Université Paris, Panthéon-Sorbonne.

  • Updated Questions and Answers on Corporation Taxation in UAE

    19 Nov 2024

    Updated Questions and Answers on Corporation Taxation 2024 in UAE, authored by Shamma AlFalahi, Partner and Head of the Tax Department at BSA Law and Mahmoud Kreidie, Paralegal at BSA Law in UAE, Dubai.

  • Updated Questions and Answers on Franchising in Oman

    18 Nov 2024

    Updated Questions and Answers on Franchising 2024 in Oman, authored by Mansoor Jamal Malik, Founder and Managing Partner at Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co and Anjali Kotak, Associate at Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co in Muscat, Oman.

  • Updated Practice Note on Shareholders' Rights in Public Shareholding Companies in Qatar

    15 Nov 2024

    Updated Practice Note on Shareholders' Rights in Public Shareholding Companies in Qatar, authored by Wadha Ajlan Al-Kuwari, Legal Researcher at Ministry of Commerce and Industry in Qatar and Marwan Zaineddin, Legal Consultant, IP and Contracts Specialist at Dar Law Firm in Qatar and USA.

  • New Practice Notes on Data Protection in ADGM

    15 Nov 2024

    New Practice Notes on Data Protection Regulations: Applicability, Appointing a Data Protection Officer and Data Protection Obligations: Organisational Governance in Abu Dhabi Global Market, authored by Saeed Hasan Khan, Director at Bizilance Legal Consultants and Saifullah Khan, Director at Bizilance Legal Consultants.

  • New Practice Notes on Patent Registration in Saudi Arabia and Trademark Registration in Saudi Arabia

    13 Nov 2024

    New Practice Notes on Patent Registration in Saudi Arabia and Trademark Registration in Saudi Arabia authored by Sabrina Zhou, Partner at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm, Lara Rafiq, Trainee Lawyer at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm and Yefia Li, Trainee Lawyer at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm in Saudi Arabia.

  • Updated Legislative Insights on Kuwait Income Tax Law and Kuwait Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Law

    12 Nov 2024

    Updated Legislative Insights on Kuwait Income Tax Law and Kuwait Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Law, authored by Abdulrazzaq Abdullah, Founder and Managing Partner at Abdulrazzaq Abdullah & Partners Law Firm, Shahrukh Nawaz, Legal Associate at Abdul Razzaq Abdullah & Partners Law Firm and Abdulaziz Al Hajri, Lawyer at Abdul Razzaq Abdullah & Partners Law Firm in Kuwait.

  • New Practice Notes on Data Protection in DIFC

    11 Nov 2024

    New Practice Notes on Data Subject Rights: Right to Non-Discrimination, Right not to be Subjected to Automated Processing of Personal Data and Data Protection: Complaint Process in Dubai International Financial Centre, authored by Saeed Hasan Khan, Director at Bizilance Legal Consultants and Saifullah Khan, Director at Bizilance Legal Consultants.

  • Updated Practice Note on Regulatory Classification of Funds in UAE

    8 Nov 2024

    Updated Practice Note on Regulatory Classification of Funds in UAE, authored by William L. Nash III, Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Ayman A. Khaleq, Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and Carolyn J.D. Abram, Associate at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Dubai, UAE.

  • New Practice Notes on Amendments to the Labour Laws in Saudi Arabia and Economic Participation Program in Saudi Arabia

    7 Nov 2024

    New Practice Notes on Amendments to the Labour Laws in Saudi Arabia and Economic Participation Program in Saudi Arabia, authored by Sabrina Zhou, Partner at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm, Yefia Li, Trainee Lawyer at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm and Noor Ali, Trainee lawyer at Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm in Saudi Arabia.

Spotlights

  • The Digital Economy Supplement of Lexis Middle East Law Alert Out Now!

    12 Nov 2024

    Ahead of the much-anticipated Digital Ecosystem Conference, we’re excited to share a special supplement, now available on the conference website!

    This supplement features insightful articles written by moderators and panelists who will be leading key discussions at the conference. It’s the perfect preview of the topics we’ll be diving into—from digital innovation to policy frameworks driving transformation in the MENA region.

    Don’t miss the chance to get ahead on the conversations! Explore the supplement and register to join us at the conference here: www.dec24.qa

    All of these articles and more can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fbn/CEMEA/LME_LAW_ALERT/Sup1-2024/.

  • October/November 2024 edition of Lexis Middle East Law Alert Out Now!

    28 Oct 2024

    In this edition, Bedoor Alrabiah of GLA & Co explains Saudi Arabia's new Investment Law designed to create a more attractive investment environment thereby better protecting local and foreign investors’ rights and providing them with more opportunities. In addition, Hilal Al Khulaifi Group Chief Legal, Regulatory & Governance Officer, Ooredoo Group explains how dramatic technological change in the telecoms sector could lead to a regulatory rethink.

    All of these articles and more can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fbn/CEMEA/LME_LAW_ALERT/Oct-Nov_2024/.

  • October 2024 edition of Lexis Middle East HR Alert Out Now!

    16 Oct 2024

    In this edition, Zahir Qayum of Mohammed Ayedh AlShahrani Law Firm explains how retirement in Saudi is changing following the new Social Security Law, Saudi Arabia Cabinet Decision No. 1022/1445. In addition, Ashutosh Sinha, Managing Partner and Chief Human Resources Officer at Seintiv Talent Solutions explains how a focus on people, culture and performance can transform businesses.

    All of these articles and more can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fbn/CEMEA/LME_HR_ALERT/10_2024/.

  • Autumn edition of Lexis Middle East Gulf Tax Out Now!

    10 Oct 2024

    We’re thrilled to announce the latest edition of Lexis® Middle East Gulf Tax, the very first of its kind in the GCC! Our complimentary magazine offers insightful updates on the latest tax and financial developments across the GCC region.

    All of these articles and more can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fbn/CEMEA/LME_GULFTAX/Aut_2024/.

  • August/September 2024 edition of Lexis Middle East Law Alert Out Now!

    12 Aug 2024

    In this edition, Lama Alkhouli of Maamoun Alkhouli explains how the new legal framework for telemarketing onshore and offshore in the UAE, which comes into force in August, will operate. In addition, Aiman Khair, Legal Counsel at Qatar Stock Exchange explains how his work there is helping to realise the Qatari Financial Sector Strategy.

    All of these articles and more can be read at https://lnprodstorage.z35.web.core.windows.net/LMELA/AugSept2024/html/index.html.

  • UAE Ministry of Economy Podcast: Commercial Agencies in the UAE

    5 Jul 2024

    The UAE Ministry of Economy has released a helpful podcast which provides an introduction to the UAE legal framework on commercial agencies.

    Click here to view: https://youtu.be/5xYG8WPWD-U?si=S8cHD3JbKMMXgwve

  • May/June 2024 edition of Lexis Middle East Law Alert Out Now!

    29 May 2024

    In this edition, Dixon Melitt James of Elint AI explains groundbreaking legislation on Digital Assets issued in the DIFC. In addition, Suzi Duncan Senior Legal Counsel for the GCC region, Novartis explains what it is like to work in a rapidly developing sector in fast moving jurisdictions.

    All of these articles and more can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fb/MENA/LMELALERT/LMELA_May2024.

  • Women's Edition of Lexis Middle East Law Alert Managing Partner Report Out Now!

    8 Mar 2024

    In this edition, as the year of AI and automation entered public consciousness, women in Middle East Law firms discusses its impact to their clients and their plans for 2024.

    All of these articles and more can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fb/MENA/LMELALERT/ManagPartRepWomenEd24/.

  • Lexis Middle East Law Alert UAE Managing Partner Report Out Now!

    21 Feb 2024

    The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has partnered with LexisNexis Middle East on the research and publication of the annual survey of UAE Managing Partner's experiences in the last year and their plans for the following year, since the very first edition of this publication.

    All of these can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fb/MENA/LMELALERT/UAEMangPartReport.

  • QICDRC Case Digest Out Now!

    19 Feb 2024

    We’re thrilled to announce the latest edition of QICDRC Case Digest! Brought to you by the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre in association with LexisNexis, this Digest features QICDRC cases that have been selected from those issued between July and December 2023.

    All of these can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fb/MENA/QICDRC/QICDRC_CaseDigest.01.2024/.

  • Landmark Arbitration Cases: Dubai Courts

    3 Aug 2023

    Features DCC Arbitration Cases: DCC 1016/2020, DCC 372/2019, DCC 205/2019, DCC 1270/2020, DCC 290/2021, DCC 36/2020, DCC 198/2020, DCC 225/2019, DCC 284/2020, DCC 403/2020, DCC 121/2020, DCC 476/2020, DCC 567/2020, DCC 503/2019, DCC 665/2020, DCC 990/2019, DCC 242/2019.

    All of these can be read at https://web.lexisnexis.fr/fb/LandmarkArbitrationCases19.21.