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Find out moreReal estate, construction, and hospitality are at the forefront of transformation across the Middle East – reshaping cities, driving investment, and demanding increasingly sophisticated legal frameworks.
In the June edition of Law Update, we take a closer look at the legal shifts influencing the sector – from Dubai’s new Real Estate Investment Funds Law and major reforms in Qatar, to Bahrain’s push toward digitalisation in property and timeshare regulation. We also explore practical issues around strata, zoning, joint ventures, and hotel management agreements that are critical to navigating today’s market.
As the landscape becomes more complex, understanding the legal dynamics behind these developments is key to making informed, strategic decisions.
2025 is set to be a game-changer for the MENA region, with legal and regulatory shifts from 2024 continuing to reshape its economic landscape. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Iraq, Qatar, and Bahrain are all implementing groundbreaking reforms in sustainable financing, investment laws, labor regulations, and dispute resolution. As the region positions itself for deeper global integration, businesses must adapt to a rapidly evolving legal environment.
Our Eyes on 2025 publication provides essential insights and practical guidance on the key legal updates shaping the year ahead—equipping you with the knowledge to stay ahead in this dynamic market.
Dubai, UAE – Al Tamimi & Company, the leading full-service law firm in the Middle East, is pleased to announce that Rachel Fox has joined the firm as a Partner in its renowned Tax practice.
Rachel’s appointment supports the firm’s strategic focus on expanding its tax offering across the region in response to growing client demand and the increasing complexity of tax regulation. Working closely with colleagues across multiple jurisdictions, Rachel will play a key role in advising multinational and regional clients on cross-border tax issues, compliance, and disputes.
Rachel brings a wealth of international experience, having worked for over a decade in the tax departments of leading global law firms. Her practice spans advisory and contentious tax matters across corporate, indirect, and international tax, with a strong track record supporting clients throughout the Middle East and Europe.
“We are delighted to welcome Rachel to the firm,” said Essam Al Tamimi, Chairman of Al Tamimi & Company. “Her appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in top-tier talent that combines international experience with a strong understanding of the regional business and legal environment.”
Jody Waugh, Managing Partner, commented: “Rachel’s arrival comes at a pivotal time, as the tax landscape across the region continues to evolve. Her expertise and client-focused approach will be instrumental in strengthening our tax capabilities and supporting our clients through complex regulatory changes.”
Rachel Fox said: “Al Tamimi & Company has an outstanding reputation for excellence and leadership in the region. I am thrilled to join the firm and contribute to the continued growth of the tax practice, supporting clients with pragmatic, commercially driven solutions across a dynamic and fast-changing market.”
Rachel’s appointment enhances the firm’s ability to advise on the increasingly complex tax frameworks across the GCC, reinforcing its position as the go-to firm for clients navigating the region’s evolving regulatory landscape.
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