Conference programme

The Governments of the UAE, Abu Dhabi and Dubai have strong reputations for moving quickly and effectively in all areas of development. How has Government created a destination that is attractive to investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, ultra-high net worth individuals and others?

Receive an update on the role of technology in enabling legal professionals to access knowledge and make data-driven decisions. Discussion will also focus on how enhanced access to information is improving client interactions and service delivery.

Leading GCs discuss the market for legal services, changes they have observed and enhancements they predict or desire.

How do you stand out from the crowd when your firm has been appointed as part of a panel or framework? In this session, two leading GCs and a BD professional will discuss how law firms can successfully mobilise appointments, develop and enhance relationships with instructing counsel and in-house legal teams and ensure that law firms deliver on promises made in a bid.

Two business leaders discuss the rapid and continuous development of the region.

The region’s laws and regulations are rapidly changing. How do in-house legal departments and law firms stay on top of relevant developments? How do Government, law firms and information providers assist? We will discuss how to stay on top of legal developments. We will hear from providers of knowledge, users of information and others in the legal sector cycle.

There is considerable economic activity in much of the Middle East. How do law firm and business leaders address the challenges and opportunities of the Middle East? We will have an active discussion regarding developments in the Middle East.