Hourani & Partners

We are very pleased to be shortlisted as finalists for The Oath Middle East Legal Awards 2024! Congratulations to our teams and good luck to all!   #regionallawfirm #corporateteamoftheyear #legalawards #middleeast #theoath #houranipartners

Three years after the 2021 dissolution of the DIFC-LCIA, ripple effects are still being felt in dispute proceedings across the globe. In this article, our team breaks down critical rulings from the US, Singapore, and the UAE, and explains how Decree 34 has sparked international debate on enforcement of arbitration agreements. For parties with DIFC-LCIA arbitration agreements in place, it is crucial to understand the enforceability risks associated with these clauses. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eNnq8-ky #arbitration #difclcia #diac #disputeresolution #internationallaw #legalupdates #decree34 #globallitigation #enforceability #middleeastlaw #corporatelaw #legalinsights #uaearbitration #arbitrationagreements #houranipartners

The Hourani Roundtable Series: Women in Wealth Management – Breakfast organized by Hourani & Partners, led by Sunita Singh-Dalal, Partner and Head of Private Wealth & Family Offices and Aakriti Sharma, Senior Associate, brought together prominent professionals from the regional wealth management industry to explore how women are shaping private wealth, influencing family businesses and impacting investment trends. This meaningful gathering also paid tribute to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, celebrating the strength and leadership of women across industries. Follow the link to explore more: https://lnkd.in/e3H3sH_K The discussion will be unpacked further in the 2024 last quarter edition of The Vault (Private Wealth & Family Offices Newsletter), so watch this space! 💖 #womeninwealth #womenempowerment #breastcancerawareness #houranipartners

The Hourani Roundtable Series: Women in Wealth Management – Breakfast organized by Hourani & Partners, led by Sunita Singh-Dalal, Partner and Head of Private Wealth & Family Offices and Aakriti Sharma, Senior Associate, brought together prominent professionals from the regional wealth management industry to explore how women are shaping private wealth, influencing family businesses and impacting investment trends. This meaningful gathering also paid tribute to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, celebrating the strength and leadership of women across industries. Follow the link to explore more: https://lnkd.in/e3H3sH_K The discussion will be unpacked further in the 2024 last quarter edition of The Vault (Private Wealth & Family Offices Newsletter), so watch this space! 💖 #womeninwealth #womenempowerment #breastcancerawareness #houranipartners

We are delighted to announce two new additions to our team at Hourani & Partners!   Introducing the new team members:   ✅Julian Awwad, PhD joins our Corporate team as Counsel. A dual-qualified attorney in New York and Ontario, Canada, Julian brings a wealth of knowledge in M&A, joint ventures, antitrust, foreign direct investment, and corporate governance. With his diverse international experience. Julian will enhance our cross-border transaction capabilities. Know more: https://lnkd.in/deAndpVP   ✅Mohamed El Sherbini, LL.M. joins as Senior Associate in our Dispute Resolution team, bringing extensive experience in international arbitration, UAE onshore courts, and DIFC litigation. His expertise spans sectors such as construction, aviation, oil & gas, TMT, and real estate, with a strong focus on high-stakes commercial disputes, employment law, banking, and insolvency. Know more: https://lnkd.in/dsMgawm7   We look forward to the contributions Mohamed and Julian will make in helping us continue delivering world-class legal solutions to our clients across the Middle East and beyond.   #corporatecommercial #corporatelaw #litigationpractice #disputeresolution #uaelawyers #houranipartners #uaelawyers

We are thrilled to announce that Hourani & Partners has been awarded “Tax & Trusts Law Firm of the Year” at the @Thomson Reuters - Asian Legal Business Middle East Law Awards 2024. Thanks to the organizers and judges for recognizing our efforts for the second consecutive year. Hearty congratulations to Hourani’s Tax and International Trade team lead by Zain Satardien, Head of Tax and International Trade, and to Hourani’s Private Wealth and Family Offices team, led by Sunita Singh-Dalal, Partner and Head of Private Wealth & Family Offices. Congratulations to all the other winners and nominees! Aakriti Sharma; Azizah Al Tamimi; Mohammed Nageeb Aloj; Rudolf Goldschmidt, Salim Sader, Chadi Hourani, Konstantinos Drousiotis, Nasma Al Sabe, Abdullah Qureshi, Reef Hourani, Mihaela (Ella) Moldoveanu Read more: https://lnkd.in/diwxxr5v #lawfirmoftheyear #houranipartners #taxlaw #internationaltradelaw #trustlaw #privatewealth #albawards #mela2024

Hourani & Partners and 법무법인 지평 l Jipyong co-hosted a seminar exploring Saudi Arabia's economic and legal landscape under Vision 2030 in Seoul, South Korea. The key speakers were Hayel Hourani, Managing Principal, and Zain Satardien, Head of Tax and International Trade, along with Senior Foreign Attorney and Head of Global Business Group Dr. Seung-Min Lee, Managing Partner, Ji-Hyung Kim, and Min Chung, Head of the Business Intelligence Group at Jipyong's Management Consulting Center. The event focused on the latest reform legislation, and legal strategies for cross-border partnerships, highlighting sectors like infrastructure, energy, and smart cities. Explore the event highlights and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dUdqhBbP #ksavision2030 #saudilaw #strategicpartnerships #koreanlawfirm #houranipartners

With the UK’s upcoming reforms to the non-domicile (Non-Dom) tax regime, many high-net-worth individuals are facing critical decisions about their tax future. For years, Non-Dom status allowed individuals to live in the UK without being taxed on overseas income unless it was brought into the UK. However, starting in 2025, this system will undergo significant changes, affecting how UK Non-Doms manage their global assets. Many are now exploring tax-efficient alternatives like Dubai, which offers 0% personal income tax, no capital gains tax, and no inheritance tax.  Our latest white paper report, authored by Zain Satardien, Head of Tax and International Trade, provides a comprehensive overview of the changes, what they mean for you, and how relocating to Dubai can help you protect and grow your wealth in a tax-friendly locale. Download our comprehensive guide: https://lnkd.in/dXrgp5dq Follow us for more expert insights and updates on how to optimize your tax planning in a shifting landscape. #dubaitax #uknondom #wealthprotection #taxlawyers #crossbordertaxplanning #houranipartners

Exciting news! Our Partner and Head of Private Wealth & Family Offices, Sunita Singh-Dalal, has been recognized by Spear's Magazine' SPEAR'S500 as a Recommended Lawyer for 2024 in Trusts, Structuring, and Offshore services. SPEAR’S 500 Index is the go-to resource for top private client advisors, wealth managers, and lawyers trusted by HNW individuals: https://hubs.la/Q02RD4MS0 We’re thrilled to see her expertise acknowledged on such a prestigious platform. #privatewealth #wealthmanagement #trustsandestates #familyoffices #spears500 #legalcxcellence #privateclientadvisors #houranipartners

Navigate UAE’s Corporate Tax Law! Hourani & Partners, in collaboration with LexisNexis Middle East and the DIFC Academy, invites you to a comprehensive online training session on 14 October 2024, where we unravel the complexities of the UAE Corporate Tax Law. This online training will be led by Zain Satardien, Head of Tax & International Trade and supported by Reef Hourani. Gain a competitive edge by understanding the latest amendments and their implications on your business. Session highlights include: ✅Navigating Free Zone Tax Protocols ✅Optimising Legal and Tax Structures ✅Interactive Q&A with Tax Experts Secure your place in this crucial training and earn 2 CLPD points. Don’t get left behind in adapting to the new tax laws! Register here: https://lnkd.in/dGe_BSvR