Down And Out
April 13, 2010 – 5:45 pm

Does the economic crisis qualify as force majeure? Many businesses are hoping that it does, as contracts become harder to fulfil because of the downturn.

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M&A fever
June 8, 2010 – 5:51 pm
M&A fever

Rich pickings for lawyers in the Middle East as deal activity heats up.

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In the works
June 7, 2010 – 5:57 pm
In the works

The cogs of change are turning as Gulf countries look to relax existing foreign ownership laws, with manufacturing and industry top of the agenda.

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Back To The Future
May 6, 2010 – 10:24 am
Back To The Future

Institutional leases are gaining in popularity in the UAE as both landlords and tenants recognise the benefits of a long-term approach to rentals.

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Squaring The Triangle
April 29, 2010 – 12:13 pm
Squaring The Triangle

Bermuda is becoming an increasingly popular choice for MENA-based companies entering into joint ventures and it is easy to see why, says Kerri Lefebvre.

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Crossing The Line
April 14, 2010 – 5:37 pm
Crossing The Line

Suggested expansion of the DIFC Courts’ jurisdiction has not been met with an altogether positive response as the region’s legal community continues to grapple with questions over the bounds of its existing remit.

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Down And Out
April 13, 2010 – 5:45 pm
Down And Out

Does the economic crisis qualify as force majeure? Many businesses are hoping that it does, as contracts become harder to fulfil because of the downturn.

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Fighting For The Crown
April 8, 2010 – 9:55 am
Fighting For The Crown

Dubai, Bahrain and Qatar are battling it out to be credible global financial centres, but which will emerge as the forerunner for the region?

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Information Overload
March 16, 2010 – 5:33 pm
Information Overload

A well thought-out and carefully implemented document retention policy can help businesses mitigate legal risk, says Richard Dollimore.

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Covering All Bases
March 11, 2010 – 3:53 pm
Covering All Bases

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.

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Doing Your Duty
March 10, 2010 – 6:03 pm
Doing Your Duty

Directors’ and officers’ liability insurance will become more relevant domestically over the next 12 months as directors’ responsibilities expand through increased legislation.