Tamimi Talks

In what capacity does the law participate in to ensure fairness in the arena of women’s sports? This is an important question, considering the increasing growth of not only female athletes in the region but also the support that they have garnered from both audiences and mainstream media coverage. Furthermore, knowing that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is keen to cultivate an environment where girls are empowered to showcase their talents in sports by 2030, it is important for us to take note not only of the regulations but also to what extent the private sector has involved itself to empower women in sports. Our Senior Associate, Hannah Edmondson unpacks this with trainees Al Johara Al Rashed and Lana AlShinfi. Learn about the growing nuances of this topic by tuning into this episode of Tamimi Talks!

In the wake of UAE policies that ban single-use plastics and customers becoming more environmentally concious, how does digitalization fit in the UAE road map to facilitate ESG in the grand scheme of things?

With the shift towards digitized interactions with retail comes a commitment that poses challenges; what are they and what processes do they effect?
Retailers listening to this podcast will pick up on key advice from our experts n this episode of Tamimi Talks, hosted by our ESG Consultant Hamza Al Haboubi and our Senior Associate Lynsey Grossi.

Learn the importance of being prepared to meet these forward-thinking regulations by tuning in through the link below.

Today, our Tamimi Talks episode features a special guest from JPMorgan ! You’ll be listening to a captivating conversation with Carol Mushriqui, Senior Wealth Advisor for the Middle East and Turkey, on succession planning for high net worth families. Discover the challenges faced by wealthy families in an international and complex world and gain insights into holistic approaches and strategies for protecting and transferring assets to future generations.  Hosted by our Senior Associate, Ali Zakaria,  this an episode you won’t want to miss! Tune in to listen to this thought-provoking episode and gain valuable insights. 

ما هي حقوق التقاعد للأجنبي المقيم في جمهورية العراق؟

 سؤال يراود المقيمين هناك يجاوب عليه خبراء القانون من عائلة التميمي.

لقاء يستضيف فيه المحامي المتدرب مؤامل فاضل الأستاذ علي طالب فيزا,العضو المشارك  في شركة التميمي  ليوضح الإطار القانوني لحقوق العامل

الأجنبي في العراق... فهل فيه ما يفرق حقوقه عن العامل المحلي؟

هذا و المزيد من الأسئلة سيتم الإجابة عليه في أول حلقة سجلت باللغة العربية لبرنامج (تميمي توكس)

أنقر على الرابط أسفله للإستماع:

Foreigners conducting business and providing services in Iraq, be it individuals or companies, are entitled to a range of rights. These encompass job opportunities, assurances, and privileges they enjoy, as well as their personal and financial rights concerning the parties they contract with, whether individuals, companies, or the Iraqi government authorities. Notably, these personal rights extend to the pension entitlements of foreigners in their individual capacity within Iraq.

In this podcast, the first one ever recorded in Arabic, we will provide a concise overview of these rights, including their legal foundation, eligibility requirements, monetary considerations, and additional particulars,

#teamtamimi #pensionrights #iraqjobs

Legal responsibility of shareholders and managers in legal entities in Iraq

Our experts Zeinab Shohdy and Yasmeen Qotbi give an overview of Egypt's recent developments in Digital Payments. 

KSA - Debt Instruments and Sukuk under the new companies law

Christina Sochacki & Margaret McKenzie sit and unpack the latest developments concerning health data in Kuwait. We all know about the need for consent, given the sensitivity surrounding data as a whole but what about the classification and handling of health data? How can we apply and envision new regulations regarding health data in Kuwait?

Find out in this episode of #TamimiTalks.

With digital transformation trending in the financial industry, tune into this episode of #Tamimi Talks, where our experts @Jody Waugh and @David Yates explore the impact of technology on financial institutions, the legal framework for digital contracting, and ways to manage risks in the digital journey. Listen in for valuable insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving world of digital finance.

Secured Transactions in Iraq

In this episode of Tamimi Talks, David Yates, Christina Sochacki and Nileena Alexander are discussing one of the most significant ways in which the healthcare industry has evolved in recent years, to provide healthcare services to patients “remotely”. If you are interested or this matter is significant to you, this one is for you.

Foreign Employment in the KRI and Federal Iraq

Qatar's Moveable Assets Security Law

A discussion with MIT: Engaging with the MIT Innovation Ecosystem

Matthew Heaton, Partner, Head of Office - Qatar and Frank Lucente, Partner, Corporate Commercial discuss the recent FIFA World Cup in Qatar and how the games have accelerated investment in Qatar projects aswell as what the legacy of the tournament on the physical aspects of Qatar, and what further developments can be expected.

In this episode of Tamimi Talks our experts Bassam Al Azzeh, and Sakher Al Aqaileh, from our Trade, Customs & Logistics practice, shed light on the new common customs law of the GCC member states. They also provide a roundup on the latest regulatory updates and amendments that took place in 2022.

In the latest installment of our FDI talks, our experts Izabella Szadkowska, Partner and Senior Associate, Noff Al-khafaji discuss the New Regulations for prescribed companies in DIFC. 

The new regulations introduce a more flexible, less burdensome compliance and the ability to conduct business without the need to appoint an auditor or rent its own office space in the DIFC. Izabella and Noff discuss highlight the new regulation and provide examples of  how the DIFC want to accommodate businesses’ needs and stay competitive as a free zone.

The Saudi Vision 2030 sits at the heart of the development in the Middle East. Several vital initiatives towards energy generation and water treatment and desalination, make up two of the most prominent sectors that contribute to the initial Saudi plan.

Our experts Mark Brown, Partner and Head of Projects and Aurangzeb Maqsood, Senior Associate, Banking & Finance discuss KSA’s regulatory framework for water and energy projects which underpins the country’s massive investment to upgrade its infrastructure.

A new family business law will come into effect in January 2023 and our Lawyers, Richard Catling, Partner, and Nawal Abdelhadi, Senior Associate, from our Family Business and Private Wealth Practice, discuss what you can expect from this law.

They provide unique insights into the family business and private wealth landscape across the #UAE and highlight key aspects of the new law, such as the benefits of putting in place a Family Charter, and how the new law provides structuring options for families looking to put in place onshore family arrangements in the UAE.

The Suez Canal is one of the most vital and busiest trade routes in the world, known to be the shortest link between the east and west due to its unique geographic location. It’s an essential route not only for trade and overseas transport but also for non-commercial and passenger ships.

Our experts Hany Maamoun, Senior Counsel and Karim Marouny, Senior Associate, in our Port Said, Egypt, office discuss the aftermath of the 2021 blockage of the canal by Ever Given and explore the reasons behind the famous incident.

Tune in and listen to our Tamimi Talks episode to uncover the latest transport and logistics developments in the region, legal framework for the Suez Canal, and lessons learned from previous major grounding incidents that took place.

With Iraq’s public finances being stabilised and signs of economic growth on the rise, developing Iraq’s National Oil Company (INOC) is at the top of the agenda. Recent legal developments around INOC could result in significant implications for Iraq’s oil & gas sector.

Tune in and listen to our experts Thomas Calvert and Omar Sharief dig into the history of INOC, more details into the FSC decision and constitutional perspective.

The Red Sea Film Festival is back in Saudi Arabia showcasing the growing and thriving Arab film industry!

We asked Izzy Abidi from Netflix earlier this year to join Nick O'Connell, Partner, Head of Digital & Data – Saudi Arabia in our media podcast series discussing the film community in the region, freelance roles, challenges in the production industry and media law.

The sports industry is evolving in the Kingdom of Bahrain, mainly through the introduction of modern legislative decisions. Some decisions taken by the government develop a wide range of regulatory reforms and targeted initiatives, culminating in a host of global sporting events taking place in the region.

Bahrain will eventually move forward in the sports sector, and open new horizons for clubs to take advantage of the support provided by investors and banks, as well as the ability to capitalise on investment opportunities in the private sector. In the future, the Labor and Social Development Ministry will have a vital role to step in as mediators for any dispute between athletes and their concerned bodies.

Tune in and listen to our experts Hussain Osman and Shouq A lMajali discuss the expected future that features sports associations and clubs who become integrated into the Kingdom’s legislation as the sector is one that holds merit to become a key, lucrative and rewarding feature for Bahrain.

The Middle East is focused on the opportunities associated to mining, and several new projects have been recently been introduced in Saudi Arabia, Oman and Iraq.

Each of these jurisdictions has established a route to lay the foundations of mining in the region. In Oman, the Mineral Resources Law was enacted to start the process, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources was established in Saudi Arabia to help ease the procedure. However, in Iraq the Ministry of Industry & Minerals has formed a permanent coordination committee to oversee investment in the minerals sector.

Tune in and listen to our experts Grahame Nelson, Thomas Calvert and Chelsea Pollard discuss the recent regional mining opportunities and why mining is considered an essential pillar to diversify every nation’s change and growth.

In our latest podcast Charlaine MacLachlan-Brown-Aich, our Business Development Manager talks to Omar Omar, Partner, Head of Transport & Logistics at Al Tamimi & Company reflecting on an active legal period in the shipping and maritime industry.

Footballer Image Rights Power Struggle

Our lawyers have recorded a special podcast episode on Tamimi Talks, in which they share with you insights on what is an NFT, what it means to own one and the legal considerations, including intellectual property rights associated to NFTs. This conversation will give you a crash course on all things NFT!

Resolution of Cross-Border Trade, Investment, and Commercial Disputes in the AfCFTA

Key Employment Issues In Africa

Navigating the Libor transition in MENA

Samir Kantaria, Partner, Head of Employment & Incentives & Nesrine Roudane, Partner, Head of Office - Morocco discuss the latest developments in Africa

Q&A with Ambassador Cindy Courville (retired), PhD

Dina Amer, Senior Associate and Muhammad El Haggan, Senior Associate based in our Egypt office discuss Intellectual Property rights in the Construction Industry.

In conversation with Bahrain Fintech Bay

In this episode of #Tamimi Talks, Nazanin Maghsoudlou, Senior Associate, sits with our associates from our Corporate Commercial team in our Egypt office, Elisabeth Shawky and Nour Geith, to discuss the opportunities and challenges for foreign investment in the education sector in Egypt, including: Egypt's technological resources when it comes to education; the challenges facing foreign investors in private education in Egypt; and some of the investment opportunities in the sector.

In this episode of #Tamimi Talks, Matthew Heaton, Partner, Head of Office, Head of Banking & Finance-Qatar, sits with Nazanin Maghsoudlou, Senior Associate, to discuss the developments within the education sector in Qatar, including the impact of the PPP programme, the focus on Education in Qatar as part of its 2030 vision, and opportunities moving forward, in addition to the challenges facing Qatar in schooling, which are common to most countries across MENA.

In this episode of # TamimiTalks, our Partner, Roy Georgiades, and Associate, Diana Abu Al Adel, discuss the steps taken by the State of Qatar to improve its economic and business standing, including the new Investment and Commerce Court; what the New Court’s jurisdiction will cover in addition to the main provisions of the new law; and the impact on the evolution of the Qatari judicial system.

In this episode of Tamimi Talks, Nazanin Maghsoudlou, Senior Associate. sits with Arif Mawany, Head of Corporate Commercial – Oman, and Chelsea Pollard , Associate, to discuss the legal framework of the education sector in Oman, with a particular focus on the recent legislative amendments and changes that affect foreign investment into Oman’s education sector.

Data Squad - KSA

Data Squad - Egypt

Data Squad - UAE

Opportunities for Foreign Investment and Ownership in Oman

In this episode of TamimiTalks, we hear from Omar Khodeir, Senior Associate, and Minal Sapra, Paralegal, as they discuss some recent developments in the UAE's cybersecurity regulatory landscape, as well as some popular and unpopular cybercrime examples.

Despite the fact that internet consumption and online streaming continue to increase in popularity in Kuwait, there is currently no Kuwait legislation explicitly regulating such activities.

Our experts, Nick O’Connell. Partner, Head of Digital & Data and Margaret McKenzie, Associate, join the studio in this episode of #TamimiTalks to discuss the media regulatory landscape in Kuwait with a particular focus on the legal provisions that would be applicable or relevant to online streaming activities.

In this episode of #TamimiTalks, we listen to our Associates in Iraq, Aro Omer and Ali Al Dabbagh, discuss technological innovation within Iraq legal system with a particular focus on the recent updates within the regulatory framework of electronic payment services in Iraq.  

Speakers: Noor Al Taei

Speakers: Rana Hegazi

Speakers: Thamer Shomar

Speakers: Aro Omer

Speakers: Zeina Albuainain

In this episode of Tamimi Talks, our Associate, Hayna Abdelrahim, speaks with our Partner, Malek Al Rifai, about the region's real estate sector, with a focus on several new developments in the UAE and Egypt.

In this episode of Tamimi Talks, we listen to our experts Neil Morgan, Senior Counsel and Head of Sports and Events Management, and Diana Abu Al Adel, Associate, Intellectual Property, discuss the previous and current applicable laws in Qatar including the recent FIFA Laws that provide a strong solid basis for combating ambush marketing.

Our Partner, Head of Office in Oman, Ahmed Al Barwani, is joined by Christina Sochacki, Senior Associate, and Noor Al Taei, Trainee Lawyer, to talk about not only the role of scientific offices, but also whether they're liable for Oman's income taxes, the specific limitations of the activities that can be carried out by scientific offices, as well as the roles that are required to be held by an Omani.

To learn more about the legal nature of a partnership under Iraqi law, our associates, Ali Al Dabbagh and Aro Omar, provide us with a general insight into the nature of partnerships in Iraq, like their advantages and disadvantages, control of the business and liability towards third parties, fiduciary duties of the partners to each other, ownership of partnership capital and sharing profits and losses, some recommended partnership terms; and the importance of maintaining accurate business records.

Our team members came together in our latest #TamimiTalks episode to provide us with a legal overview on the factors that employers in the public and private sectors should consider when requiring employees to take the # COVID-19 vaccine and/or return to work. 

In this five-part mini-podcast series, our employment experts Sabrina Saxena and Jennifer Leader Green will share bite-sized insights on the key aspects and what employers need to be aware of in regards to the significant changes introduced in the New UAE Labour Law

In this five-part mini-podcast series, our employment experts Sabrina Saxena and Jennifer Leader Green will share bite-sized insights on the key aspects and what employers need to be aware of in regards to the significant changes introduced in the New UAE Labour Law

In this five-part mini-podcast series, our employment experts Sabrina Saxena and Jennifer Leader Green will share bite-sized insights on the key aspects and what employers need to be aware of in regards to the significant changes introduced in the New UAE Labour Law

Film and TV production is a highly sought-after industry, especially with the many developments and events on the horizon contributing to the industry's growth. But, to get a production off the ground, many critical legal elements need to be negotiated to prevent disputes and disagreements down the track.

In our Media Law podcast series, our experts within our Digital & Data team, Charlotte Sutcliffe, and Minal Sapra walk you through a summary of the key considerations needed before the big launch.

Film and TV production is a highly sought-after industry, especially with the many developments and events on the horizon contributing to the industry's growth. But, to get a production off the ground, many critical legal elements need to be negotiated to prevent disputes and disagreements down the track.

In our Media Law podcast series, our experts within our Digital & Data team, Charlotte Sutcliffe, and Minal Sapra walk you through a summary of the key considerations needed before the big launch.

Film and TV production is a highly sought-after industry, especially with the many developments and events on the horizon contributing to the industry's growth. But, to get a production off the ground, many critical legal elements need to be negotiated to prevent disputes and disagreements down the track.

In our Media Law podcast series, our experts within our Digital & Data team, Charlotte Sutcliffe, and Minal Sapra walk you through a summary of the key considerations needed before the big launch.

In this five-part mini-podcast series, our employment experts Sabrina Saxena and Jennifer Leader Green will share bite-sized insights on the key aspects and what employers need to be aware of in regards to the significant changes introduced in the New UAE Labour Law.

In this five-part mini-podcast series, our employment experts Sabrina Saxena and Jennifer Leader Green will share bite-sized insights on the key aspects and what employers need to be aware of in regards to the significant changes introduced in the New UAE Labour Law.

Family wealth makes up a significant part of the Middle East economy and trusts are frequently at the heart of successful wealth management structures. In this episode of Tamimi Talks Richard Catling, Partner, and Patrick Dillon-Malone, Senior Counsel at Al Tamimi & Company discuss building trusts in the region and how the recent advisory judgement of the DIFC Court of appeal has given greater clarity in their usage in the UAE and the wider region, particularly for holding structures and family succession planning, making the UAE an attractive and transparent succession planning environment.