Live Event
Practical Law Summit:
Empowering Lawyers in the Middle East
Join us for the Practical Law Summit: Empowering Lawyers in the Middle East, an exclusive event designed to empower legal professionals in the Middle East with the latest insights, trends, and tools in the legal market. This summit marks a significant milestone as we unveil our new Practical Law Middle East content offering, an extensive resource tailored to meet the unique needs of lawyers operating in the region.
For the first time, legal professionals in the region will have access to an extensive Practical Law Middle East content set, written and curated by our expert locally-based editors, and contributed to by leading practitioners. It is designed to help lawyers navigate the complex legal frameworks in the region, enhancing their confidence and effectiveness in advising clients.
Wednesday, 20th November
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
The Ballroom The Lana - Dorchester Collection
This event offers an exclusive opportunity to connect with peers, industry leaders, and thought leaders, and to explore the future of the legal profession - Don't miss your chance to be a part of the day!
In-Depth Keynote Session
Kickstart the day with our keynote address, exploring opportunities in the region. Gain insights to understand the regional landscape and navigate its unique challenges and opportunities effectively.
Expert Panels
Attend focused panel discussions on key regulatory developments, the evolving legal environment and the role of know-how in delivering value, featuring top legal minds and practitioners.
Meet the Practical Law team
Find out about the launch of Practical Law Middle East and meet our expert editors and esteemed contributors.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with peers, thought leaders, and potential collaborators during our coffee breaks and interactive sessions.
Cutting-Edge Trends
Learn about the latest in legal technology and transformation trends from our partners, and other industry experts.
Agenda
This is an opportunity you won't want to miss.
08:30 - 09:00 am
Registration
09:00 - 09:15 am
Opening Address
09:15 - 09:30 am
Keynote
Courts & legal transformation in the region
09:45 - 10:00 am
Introducing the new Practical Law Middle East
10:00 - 10:45 am
Role of Legal Know-How in Delivering Client Value
30 minutes Networking Break and 'Innovation Stations
11:20 am - 11:55 pm
Key Regulatory Developments in the Middle East
12:00 - 12:40 pm
Preparing for Tomorrow: Embracing Legaltech, talent and operating innovation in the Middle East
12:40 - 12:45 pm
Concluding Remarks
12:45 - 02:00 pm
Lunch and networking
Speakers
Amna Al Owais
Chief Registrar
DIFC Courts
Clifton Harrison
Global Markets Leader & EMEIA Legal Transform & Operate Practice Leader
EY Law
Sonya Syan
Head of Knowledge Management
Al Tamimi
Ben Ward
Partner
A&O Shearman
Catriona McDevitt
Partner, Head of Banking & Finance Practice
Hadef & Partners
Sara Abdelghafar
Senior Consultant
Jalubro
Bret Hattaway
Vice President & Head of Legal Services, Middle East Africa
DHL Express
Shiraz Sethi
Partner
Dentons
Joel Black
Vice President, Product Strategy Thomson Reuters
Joanna Morris
Senior Director, Practical Law Thomson Reuters
Lucy Ryland
Senior Director, Practical Law Thomson Reuters
Hilary Owens
Director Practical Law - Corporate
Thomson Reuters
Frederic Abi-Heila
Senior Specialist Legal Editor
Thomson Reuters
Mandeep Kalsi
Senior Specialist Legal Editor – Practical Law
Thomson Reuters
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