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Law Update: Real Estate, Construction & Hotels
The regional real estate, construction and hospitality sectors have been turned upside down over the last two years, with Covid-19 bringing these sectors to a halt. The impact of the pandemic remains, however, the resurrection of these vital sectors across the region is a welcome relief because they support the development of modern cities, which in turn have attracted commerce and tourism to the Middle East and North Africa.
This latest edition of Law Update, provides vital insights, updates and commentary on the latest trends taking shape across the real estate, construction, hotels and leisure sectors. The articles within this edition cover a broad range of topics, from what’s next for real estate in Dubai, to commentary on Saudi real estate, a market that is set to become the main bedrock of the region for years ahead. You will find articles on reforming real estate laws in Qatar, foreign investment and ownership in Oman, and mitigating risks on hotel construction projects and the lessons learnt from Covid.
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Oliver Spence
Associate
Biography
Oliver is an Associate based in the Dubai office. He joined Al Tamimi & Co in August 2021 and is a member of the International Litigation department.
Oliver has broad commercial litigation experience, having been involved in a wide range of complex matters, both contentious and non-contentious, including breach of contract claims, shareholder disputes, debt claims, commercial disputes, and contract drafting and reviewing.
He has particular expertise in restructuring and insolvency, including personal bankruptcy, fraud, asset-tracing, debt and antecedent claims as well as advising on director’s duties and security enforcement.
He also has non-contentious transactional restructuring experience in the UK and internationally, including distressed acquisitions and disposals.
Prior to joining Al Tamimi & Co, Oliver worked in the Restructuring department of an International law firm in Nottingham, England.
Recent Experience
- Oliver is an Associate based in the Dubai office. He joined Al Tamimi & Co in August 2021 and is a member of the International Litigation department.
- Oliver has broad commercial litigation experience, having been involved in a wide range of complex matters, both contentious and non-contentious, including breach of contract claims, shareholder disputes, debt claims, commercial disputes, and contract drafting and reviewing.
- He has particular expertise in restructuring and insolvency, including personal bankruptcy, fraud, asset-tracing, debt and antecedent claims as well as advising on director’s duties and security enforcement.
- He also has non-contentious transactional restructuring experience in the UK and internationally, including distressed acquisitions and disposals.
- Prior to joining Al Tamimi & Co, Oliver worked in the Restructuring department of an International law firm in Nottingham, England.
Language(s)
English
Education
2011 – BA Media with Specialist Pathways, Nottingham Trent University
2013 – Graduate Diploma in Law, Nottingham Law School
2015 – Legal Practice Course, Nottingham Law School
Admission
2017 – Admission as a Solicitor in England & Wales
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