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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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September 23, 2021 | International Edition

Squire Taps Local Heavyweight Al Tamimi for Sports and Entertainment Duo

Opportunities in sports and entertainment are gaining significant traction in Saudi Arabia and other parts of the region.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

3 minute read

September 10, 2021 | International Edition

Norton Rose Fulbright Unveils Association with One of Turkey's Largest Firms

NRF says the Turkish market is 'buoyant with inward and outward investment' as well as capital markets, cross-border financings and restructurings.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

2 minute read

September 08, 2021 | International Edition

Recruiters Anticipate Law Firm Hiring Surge in Middle East

The Dubai Expo 2020, the end of the Qatar boycott, and the lifting of restrictions on foreign ownership in the UAE are all expected to deliver a huge boost to the Middle East's hiring and deal markets, according to recruitment firm Robert Walters.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

2 minute read

September 02, 2021 | International Edition

Al Tamimi Nabs Eversheds' Middle East Real Estate Head

The regional powerhouse has been steadily growing its capabilities over the past year.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

2 minute read

August 30, 2021 | International Edition

'It's a Small Club': Why A&O Believes It Is One of the Middle East's Big Ticket Elite

For many months, the firm's name has continued to crop up in the region's biggest transactions.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

4 minute read

August 18, 2021 | International Edition

Curtis Mallet Launches in Saudi Arabia

The firm also has Middle East offices in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Muscat, Oman.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

2 minute read

July 22, 2021 | International Edition

Gowling WLG Strikes Association With Saudi Law Firm

There has been much talk in the market lately about Saudi Arabia opening up to international firms - but until that happens, tying up with local firms is the best way to establish a presence in the Kingdom.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

3 minute read

July 20, 2021 | International Edition

Clifford Chance Leads in First UAE IPO in Over Three Years

The firm has been busy racking up capital markets mandates in Europe, and is now leading the charge in the Emirates.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

2 minute read

July 14, 2021 | International Edition

Is Saudi Arabia About to Throw Open Its Doors to Big Law?

The wealthy Kingdom has long been closed to international firms, but talk among senior local partners about a potential change is growing, and what that could mean.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

6 minute read

July 12, 2021 | International Edition

HSF Hires Second Dubai Projects Partner In a Month

The enlarged team is expected to bolster the firm's MENA energy and infrastructure offering.

By Peter Shaw-Smith

2 minute read