The War in the Middle East may Affect the Performance of Commercial Contracts
The war in the Middle East is not only affecting human life but also international commercial activities, contracts, and investment decisions. Umut Metin explained that while EPTALEX MTN continues its legal operations in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Lebanon without interruption, armed conflicts can disrupt the performance of commercial contracts. War may be considered a force majeure event if it makes contractual obligations impossible to fulfill, but this depends on whether the conflict directly prevents performance. Businesses facing such difficulties should promptly notify counterparties and review force majeure clauses, particularly in international investments such as Dubai’s off-plan real estate projects, where payment obligations may be affected by the economic consequences of war.
AI Art and the Integrity of Artistic Identity: Authorship, Moral Rights, and Responsibility in the Age of Generative Art
In this article, the growing presence of AI-generated art in galleries and markets raises new questions about authorship and artistic identity. It argues that current copyright laws fail to address how AI systems absorb and reproduce artistic styles without attribution. The piece calls for ethical and curatorial frameworks, inspired by moral rights, to ensure innovation respects artists and cultural provenance.
Planning Ahead for UAE Assets: The Importance of a Proper Will
In this article, our partner Lara Dagher highlights that with legislative developments expected from 1 January 2026, unstructured expatriate estates in the UAE may face unintended outcomes, including assets being treated as heirless. She underlines that a structured will, and where appropriate a UAE foundation, is a key tool for strategic cross-border risk management.
Banking Reforms in Lebanon: A Crucial Turning Point Towards Financial Recovery
In this study, President Elias Chikhani examines the path of banking reform in Lebanon by presenting the laws, projects and measures that have been adopted or are being worked on in order to restore confidence in the financial sector.
Is Dubai Today the City Where Every Stone and Soil is Made of Gold?
In this article, our Managing Partner in Türkiye, Dr. Umut Metin, reflects on Dubai’s rise as the modern “City of Gold,” driven by legal certainty, digital efficiency, and global opportunity.
Invest in the Future: Saudi Arabia’s Tax Reforms Pave the Way for Global Growth
Our Senior Associate, Steeve Zouein, highlights Saudi Arabia’s comprehensive tax and investment reforms under Vision 2030, designed to strengthen its position as a global hub for business and foreign investment.
Landmark Ruling: Lebanese Bank Convicted of Breach of Trust in €1 Million Transfer Dispute
Our Counsel, President Elias Chikhani, analyzed the judgment that turned a €1M banking standoff into a breach of trust conviction against a Lebanese Bank.
The Legal Battle Over AI-Generated Art and Intellectual Property Rights
In this article, our Junior Associate Jamil Ghssoub explores how U.S. copyright act applies to the case of Disney, Marvel, Universal and others vs. AI image generator Midjourney, while also comparing regional copyright protections in Lebanon, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia.
Reforming the 1946 Lebanese Labor Law: A Step Towards Flexibility and Inclusion
As work models evolve, so does the law. This article, explores Lebanon’s 2025 Labor Law amendments, offering legal insight into how part-time, remote, and seasonal employment are now formally recognized and protected.
Arbitral Awards- To copy paste or not to copy paste: that is NOT the question
In her new blog post, our Partner and Head of Arbitration Practice, Dr. Aline Tanielian, delves into the reasons of the recent annulment of an arbitral award “copy pasting” other awards, and the best practices when an arbitrator is involved in multiple related cases with only one of the parties to the arbitral proceedings without the other.