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]
November 01, 2021 | International Edition
Reed Smith Grows Dubai Practice With Disputes Partner HireThe addition follows a flurry of hires by the firm in recent times.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
2 minute read
October 28, 2021 | International Edition
DWF Strengthens Ties to Saudi Regime as it Establishes Riyadh HQThe firm, which has also announced a new regional association, is among 44 international businesses given licences to establish HQs in the country. Some ask, however, whether the move could impact hubs in other Middle Eastern regions, especially the UAE.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
5 minute read
October 22, 2021 | International Edition
Latham and Clifford Chance Advise on 1st UAE Federal Government Bond SaleThe sale was the first in the United Arab Emirates' 50-year history as a combined federation.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
2 minute read
October 18, 2021 | International Edition
HFW Taps US Firm For Riyadh Finance PartnerThe firm has been building its Middle East presence and wants to make Riyadh a focus.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
2 minute read
October 13, 2021 | International Edition
Cleary Wins Roles On Two Multi Billion-Dollar Abu Dhabi IPOsThe U.S.-headquartered firm picks up yet another pair of major deals in the Middle East as the firm's corporate practice in the region goes from strength to strength.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
2 minute read
October 05, 2021 | International Edition
Mishcon to Sue UK Government Over Stranded Afghan JudgesUp to 200 former members of the Afghan judiciary are believed to be in danger of retribution from the Taliban, including many women.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
2 minute read
October 05, 2021 | International Edition
HSF's Middle East Head Jumps to Norton RoseThe sovereign wealth fund specialist returns to his alma mater after 14 years at HSF.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
2 minute read
October 04, 2021 | International Edition
Simmons Joins Rush to DIFC Building Amid 'Agile' Working PushThe move to the DIFC building represents a growing trend in Dubai towards 'agile working', and has already been made by firms including Ashurst and Latham & Watkins.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
2 minute read
October 01, 2021 | International Edition
Dubai's Sweeping Arbitration Reforms Have Rattled LawyersBut despite the likely short term disruption, many lawyers are hopeful for the long term.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
7 minute read
September 27, 2021 | International Edition
Dubai Overhauls Arbitration SystemWith a six-month 'bedding-in' period, the changes are expected to completely alter how agreements are reached in the Middle East.
By Peter Shaw-Smith
2 minute read
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