Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has launched a new incentive initiative exclusively for established businesses on Al Reem Island operating within the non-financial and retail sectors. This strategic move is designed to support these businesses during their transition from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) to ADGM. Under this initiative, qualifying businesses on […]
Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants, has announced the promotion of Ismail Ezzat to the position of Junior Associate, Ismail, a key firm litigation team member, is based in Galadari’s Head Office in Dubai. He
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Baker McKenzie’s Partner James Burdett Joins Abu Dhabi Office
Global law firm, Baker McKenzie, has announced the relocation of esteemed funds partner, James Burdett (pictured), from London to Abu Dhabi. This strategic decision underscores the firm’s dedication to bolstering and enhancing its transactional
Stephenson Harwood reinforces its dispute resolution arm in the Middle East with the addition of partner John Lewis (pictured), who brings over 15 years of expertise to the firm’s Dubai office. With a profound understanding
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A&O Shearman Announces Senior Leadership Roles
Major law firms Allen & Overy (A&O) and Shearman & Sterling (Shearman) announced the first wave of senior leadership roles for their upcoming combined firm, A&O Shearman. The appointments will be
With Suzan Taha In the dynamic realm of arbitration, the integration of technology has emerged as a pivotal force, reshaping traditional practices and propelling the field towards unprecedented efficiency and collaboration. In an illuminating discussion
Greenberg Traurig, a global law firm, strengthens its real estate and hospitality expertise in the Middle East by adding two lawyers to its Dubai office. Joining Greenberg Traurig’s Middle East Regional Real Estate and
Trowers & Hamlins, an international law firm, strengthens its Middle East real estate division with Partner Eileen Duncan’s relocation to the UAE. As the new Head of Real Estate, Middle East, Duncan, previously based
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Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Secures US$420 Million Loan
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Ltd (DAE) has inked a significant deal, signing a US$420 million 5-year unsecured term loan with China Construction Bank (DIFC Branch) and China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited (CCB). This loan is
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ADIO: Tamatem Games Touches Down in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) is spearheading the advancement of Abu Dhabi’s gaming ecosystem by supporting Tamatem Games, a prominent Arabic mobile games publisher, in relocating its headquarters to the emirate. This strategic move
