Peter Shaw-Smith

Peter Shaw-Smith

Peter Shaw-Smith is the Middle East-based correspondent for Law.com International. He writes about lawyers and legal issues across the Middle East. His coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. He can be reached at [email protected]

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March 21, 2023 | International Edition

Pinsent Masons Plucks Real Estate Partner From Norton Rose in Dubai

Real estate developers, lenders and investors in the region continue to be extremely busy.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

2 minute read

November 01, 2021 | International Edition

Reed Smith Grows Dubai Practice With Disputes Partner Hire

The addition follows a flurry of hires by the firm in recent times.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

2 minute read

August 05, 2020 | International Edition

'Windows Just Exploded'—Beirut's Stunned Legal Community Reacts to Tuesday's Devastating Blast

The Lebanese capital's legal community is within close quarters of the as yet unexplained blast that has so far killed more than 100 people.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

4 minute read