JOINT-VENTURE
UAE firms in joint-venture FDI drive
Al Otaiba & Hamdan Budebes and Banks Legal are partnering to launch a new legal practice in search of foreign investment.
Middle East
HUMAN RIGHTS
Iranian human rights lawyer to get 38 years and 148 lashes
Nasrin Sotoudeh, who defended Iranian women who removed their hijabs, tried in absentia.
EXPANSION
Morgan Lewis swoops on 15 Lawyers From Squire Patton Boggs
US firm Morgan Lewis prepares for March 1st Abu Dhabi opening by grabbing Squire's Middle East and Washington DC teams.
EXPANSION
HFW's unveils new Saudi association
Firm continues to develop Middle East practice with regional partner, eyes more dispute resolution opportunities.
GENDER
Saudi Arabian justice ministry announces divorce by text for women
Saudi women will now be receiving divorce notice by text message, ensuring women know about marital status change.
HUMAN RIGHTS
Human rights group wants to use Argentina's constitution to accuse MbS
In call to investigate crown prince Mohammed bin Salman over death of Saudi journalist, Human Rights Watch turns to Argentine constitution.
WTO DISPUTE
WTO IP battle escalates between gulf states
Qatar escalates its WTO dispute over alleged Saudi Arabia IP violation and refusal to cooperate over piracy and otehr issues.
ARBITRATION
Abu Dhabi opens global arbitration centre
The centre, which has just opened, will look to attract business from around the world.
EXPANSION
HFW launches in Abu Dhabi as part of regional expansion
Building on sector focus and middle east moves, HFW launches 20th international office with Abu Dhabi partner hires.
ARBITRATION
Maritime industry and government promote UAE's new Arbitration Law
The UAE maritime sector has teamed up with the government to promote the emirates as am arbitration destination.