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International Trade

Dubai: A Court System Evolves To Meet The Needs Of International Investors

Editor: Nice to speak with you again. I understand you’ve been traveling a lot lately. Ali: Very much so. I’m based in Dubai, but King & Spalding also has offices in Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia. Through those three offices we cover the entire Middle East North Africa (MENA)...

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Dubai International Financial Centre: Business Hub Connecting Emerging Middle Eastern Markets With The World

Editor: Please tell our readers about the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), including its mission and services to U.S. and multinational corporations. Al Awar: The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the financial and business hub connecting the region’s...

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International Trade

East Meets West In Dubai

Editor: Please describe your background and your practice area within the Jones Day offices in Dubai. Shadmand: I began my practice with Jones Day about 15 years ago in our Washington, DC office. I am of Middle Eastern descent and had worked on a number of matters for the firm’s notable...

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