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In 2000, he was hired as the legal backbone of Ryanair and helped create Europe’s largest low-cost airline. Nine years on, and Jim Callaghan is in Abu Dhabi backing Etihad Airway’s dramatic growth story.
Brought onboard in May as general counsel and executive vice president at Etihad, Callaghan was charged with providing the legal flexibility for CEO James Hogan’s aggressive expansion plans. Most recently these include a US$750m investment package to spend on its workforce, fleet, in-flight service and planning and resourcing systems. Read the full story »
Directors’ and officers’ liability insurance will become more relevant domestically over the next 12 months as directors’ responsibilities expand through increased legislation.
GE Capital’s sukuk shows renewed trust in the Middle East market, Clifford Chance’s lawyers tell Kathryn Young.
DMC’s Media One has bags of potential that will make it a popular venue for the post-work crowd, says Kathryn Young.
Yann Mrazek, Dubai office managing partner of law firm Cramer Salamian and UAE representative of the International Association of Young Lawyers, talks to Kathryn Young about the global organisation’s upcoming event in Dubai.
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White & Case partner Magdalene Bayim-Adomako talks to Kathryn Young about the firm’s role in Kuwait’s Global Investment House debt restructuring.
Maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date employee records is not only good business practice, but can also be vital should a dispute end up in court.
Nobu has carved out a reputation around the world as a celebrity hangout, and while the Beckhams are still missing from its Dubai outlet, all the other pieces are in place, says Ryan Harrison.
Da Gama’s re-launched menu reflects the lounge bar’s newfound stylish atmosphere and broad appeal, says Kathryn Young.
Russell Woolford, general counsel at Arvato Mobile, tells Ryan Harrison that the Burj Khalifa trademark dispute will kick-start a glut of similar actions over the next 12 months.
Yann Mrazek, Dubai office managing partner of law firm Cramer Salamian and UAE representative of the International Association of Young Lawyers, talks to Kathryn Young about the global organisation’s upcoming event in Dubai.
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GE Capital’s sukuk shows renewed trust in the Middle East market, Clifford Chance’s lawyers tell Kathryn Young.
An increase in piracy, the war on terror and the financial crisis have put a renewed emphasis on political risk cover, but the insurance industry is struggling to keep up.
