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The Technology Issue
Decoding the future of law
This Technology Issue explores how digital transformation is reshaping legal frameworks across the region. From AI and data governance to IP, cybersecurity, and sector-specific innovation, our lawyers examine the fast-evolving regulatory landscape and its impact on businesses today.
Introduced by David Yates, Partner and Head of Technology, this edition offers concise insights to help you navigate an increasingly digital era.
As 2026 progresses, the Middle East continues to see meaningful legal and regulatory evolution. Across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain, and beyond, governments and regulators are refining frameworks that influence how businesses operate, invest and plan for the future, with increasing focus on consistency, application and regional alignment.
Eyes on 2026 brings together analysis of the developments that matter most, offering practical insight into emerging trends and regulatory priorities. The publication is designed to support organisations as they navigate a changing legal landscape and make informed decisions with clarity and confidence throughout the year ahead.
A complete spectrum of legal services across jurisdictions in the Middle East & North Africa.
Maysa Sleiman
Senior Associate
Biography
Maysa is a Senior Associate based in our Qatar office, who is a member of the Dispute Resolution team.
As a qualified attorney at law registered at the Beirut Bar Association since 2015, she has extensive experience in litigation, legal research, and contracts. Her focus has been on handling construction disputes in Qatar, and she has represented and advised various clients, including banks, construction JVs, holding companies, and tech firms. She holds an LLM degree in European Law with double specializations in Arbitration and International Investments.
Maysa has been listed in Legal 500 Private Practice Powerlist – Arbitration | Middle East
Recent Experience
- Recently participated in arbitration for a banking-fintech dispute, a multi-million-dollar case before QICCA between an international bank and an international fintech company.
- Assessed and advised several top-notch construction companies on claims before ICC and QICCA.
- Handled an extensive number of litigation proceedings, including assessing, reviewing documents, and drafting memos for courts for multi-complex construction claims.
- Advised joint ventures (JVs) on matters related to major projects in Qatar, such as Doha Metro, Sidra Medical & Research Center, Salwa Road North Relief, and Hamad International Airport Expansion projects.
- Drafted various types of contracts to set out and facilitate commercial relations, project management , legal compliance, employment matters, and settlement of disputes.
Language(s)
- English
- Arabic
Education
- 2019 – LLM, Europa Institut, Universität de Saarlandes, Germany.
- 2015 – Qualified Lawyer, Beirut Bar Association
- 2014 – LLB, Université La Sagesse, Lebanon
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