DIFC Academy of Law Training June 16

DIFC Training Courses 2016 Certificate and Mandatory Courses

DIFC Training Courses 2016

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ABOUT THE DRA ACADEMY OF LAWDIFC Academy of Law was established in 2015 as an independent entity to provide quality ancillary services to the UAE legal community. Its core functions include training and regulating lawyers, publishing and disseminating information, hosting events for the legal community, and providing free legal advice for people in need.

Specific ancillary services provided by the Academy of Law include:The Pro Bono Programme; All training programmes such as the DIFC Courts Certificate in Law and Procedures, Advocacy Training, Lecture Series and Arabic seminars on the laws and practices of the DIFC Courts; The registration of legal practitioners and the observance of the DIFC Courts Mandatory Code of Conduct; The publication of DIFC Courts-related literature, such as the DIFC Courts Rules, legal textbooks and articles, Law Reports and newsletters; The Education Committee; The Annual Legal Gala Dinner and other networking events.

ABOUT THE LADThe Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department was established as per Law No. (32) of 2008 as one of the Government Departments affiliated to His Highness The Ruler’s Court, with a view to providing various legal services to the Government and Government entities in the Emirate of Dubai. This includes the supervision of all legal matters involving the Government of Dubai and its entities, to keep pace with the progress achieved by the Emirate of Dubai in economic, social and developmental fields. The inspiring vision of the Legal Affairs Department is excellence in Government legal work and its mission is to enhance the level of legal services provided to those dealing with the Department, in line with international best practice.

ABOUT LEXISNEXIS MIDDLE EAST LAWLexis Middle East Law is the definitive research tool for lawyers working in the Middle East. It provides a single point of online access to the laws and cases of the United Arab Emirates in English and Arabic, as well as the commercial laws of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Qatar. In partnership with SADER Legal Publishers, the Lexis Middle East Law service is supported by dedicated research and translation teams in Dubai, Beirut and London. A bilingual editorial team reviews over 300 regional newspapers, magazines and websites (including regulatory bodies and government agencies) on a daily basis to ensure lawyers are kept informed of the latest legal news and developments, including draft laws in the pipeline. The Lexis Middle East Law service provides access to fully consolidated legislation in English and Arabic, while offering the broadest range of legal commentary and practical guidance across a range of practice areas including arbitration, restructuring, project finance and energy.

SHEIKH MAL EXCELLENCEMaktoum Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Initiatives for Legal Excellence were initiated to create a legally well versed generation, enhance capabilities of persons engaged in the judicial field, and motivate pioneering in legal works. These initiatives are the first of their kind in the United Arab Emirates, which address different categories related to the legal and judicial community. The initiatives are considered a platform to launch various pioneering programs in every aspect of the legal and judicial fields.

ABOUT THE DIFC WPRThe Wills and Probate Registry (The Registry), a public entity of the Dubai government, is an ancillary body of DIFC’s Dispute Resolution Authority (DRA) established by Resolution No. 4 of 2014 issued by Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the President of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The Registry is established under the jurisdiction of the DIFC Courts, allowing it to operate as a distinct entity. The rules governing the Registry reflect the spirit of UAE laws that respect the cultural and religious diversity of people working and living in the country.

INTRODUCTION

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Dear Delegate

The DIFC Academy of Law, in collaboration with LexisNexis, provide a wide range of training courses for members of the Dubai and Middle East legal communities.

These courses are intended for the benefit of the legal practitioners and business professionals, including legal consultants, advocates, corporate counsel, public officials, academicians, law students, and business managers. Our courses are taught by subject matter experts, typically from international and specialized law firms, as well as leading universities and law schools. We are pleased to offer high quality course materials, topically relevant lectures, convenient scheduling, and professional learning and development venues to enhance the academic experience.

The Academy of Law is the first educational institution certified by the Dubai Legal Affairs Department (LAD) to provide Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) courses. Most of our courses have been accredited under the LAD’s Continuing Legal Development Program, thus qualifying Dubai legal consultants to obtain required credits.

The Academy of Law and LexisNexis look forward to welcoming you to our training programs.

David Gallo Hussain HadiDirector DRA Head of Middle East, LexisNexis

Hussain HadiHead of LexisNexis Middle East

David GalloDirector, Academy of Law

WELCOME

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Editorial Board 5

DIFC Mandatory Courses 6

The DIFC Wills and Probate Registry Programme 8

DIFC Introduction to Laws for 2016 10

DIFC Courts’ Procedures Introduction 14

Registration Forms 20

CONTENTS

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The editorial board is made up of experts from a range of backgrounds with specific experience of either the work of the DIFC, legal practice,education or publishing. Their remit is to advise the Academy of Law on potential areas for possible publications, the approach to such projects, reader needs, promotional avenues and potential authors and contributors.

Dr. Harold KosterDean: College of Law, University of DubaiDr. Harold Koster is Dean of the College of Law at the University of Dubai. Amongst others he is involved in the LLM in Arbitration Law & Dispute Resolution and the LLM in Financial Crimes & Compliance. Harold was born in The Netherlands and studied tax, corporate and criminal law at the University of Groningen. He also studied

law in Aberdeen and Leeds and earned a PhD at Erasmus University Rotterdam. He worked for more than ten years as a lawyer before he became a (part time) judge in the Court of Appeal in Amsterdam. He lives in Dubai since 2011.

David GalloDirector: Academy of LawDavid Gallo is the first Director of the Academy of Law. He brings more than twenty years of international legal and business experience to the newly established support body for the UAE legal community. He is a licensed US lawyer (active; UAE attested) who began his career as corporate counsel before moving into

operational and commercial roles with companies in the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. The majority of his career has been spent with General Electric subsidiaries, while his most recent role was as CEO of a trading unit of an Abu Dhabi-based family-owned conglomerate. David has lived and worked in multiple geographies, with project assignments in the US, Western Europe, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kazakhstan, Brazil, Chile, China, Korea and Thailand.

Clifford LewisLearning and Development Officer: Academy of LawClifford joined the Dispute Resolution Authority as Learning and Development Officer for the Academy of Law in November 2015. He is a licensed Psychologist and Human Resource practitioner who has worked in Africa, Europe and the Middle East. He specializes

in individual-, group- and organisational development. Clifford has a broad spectrum of industry experience, having worked in the manufacturing-, retail-, higher education-, financial services- and legal services sector. In addition to his current role as Learning and Development Officer, he is also a published author and doctoral

candidate with the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London. His research interests are in equality and diversity within the leadership structures of organisations. Clifford holds several academic awards, including a Stellenbosch University Leadership Bursary, a Studentship from the Centre for Research in Equality and Diversity at Queen Mary University and an award for Best Paper that he received at the Conference on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Munich.

Natasha BakirciAssistant Registrar: DIFC CourtsNatasha Bakirci joined the DIFC Courts in February 2012 as Judicial Clerk, and was appointed Assistant Registrar in November that year. She is responsible for reviewing all the judicial output of the Court as well as preparing Practice & Registrar Directions and amendments to the Rules of Court. Natasha is also the main person

responsible for the development of Memoranda of Guidance and the advancement of the Courts’ relationship with fellow commercial courts in other jurisdictions. Natasha established the DIFC Courts Academy in 2012, in conjunction with Thomson Reuters, and helped to draft the Courts’ new Code of Conduct – among the first Codes of Ethics for lawyers in the region. Natasha also co-wrote the Courts’ Enforcement Guide, which sets out the legal framework governing the enforcement of DIFC Courts judgments and orders outside the DIFC.

Hussain HadiHead of Middle East Publishing: LexisNexisHussain oversees all operations in the Middle East for LexisNexis. Working with editorial and translation teams in Beirut, Dubai, London and Paris, he manages the Lexis Middle East Law online service - the definitive research tool for lawyers with business interests in the Arab world. It provides a single point of online access

to the laws and cases of the UAE in English and Arabic, as well as the commercial laws of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Qatar. With 15 years of legal publishing experience at LexisNexis, Oxford University Press (OUP) and Informa, Hussain has commissioned over 150 international and commercial law books, while launching numerous online research and training portals. He has also created and managed over a dozen legal journals and business publications in partnership with organizations including the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce, the Dubai Judicial Institute, the General Arab Insurance Federation, and the Association of Corporate Counsel Middle East.

EDITORIAL BOARD

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DIFC Academy of Law, in association with LexisNexis, is proud to bring you the Introduction to DIFC Courts’ Laws and Procedures course and the Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Code of Conduct course. This 2-hour workshop is mandatory for registered DIFC lawyers and is divided into two parts that have been specifically developed to meet the needs of both Emirati and expatriate lawyers, legal advisors and consultants.

The course will cover a wide range of activities including gaining authorisation to practise law, fundamentals of client relationships, relationships with other lawyers and the courts, as well as financial regulations. The course is accredited by the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department, with attendees gaining 2 hours of CLPD points.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THESE COURSES?Please note that this course is mandatory only for the lawyers that are registered with the Dubai Legal Affairs Department as well as the DIFC Courts. All other lawyers are welcome to take the course and also receive the 2.0 CLPD points, though it is not mandatory for them to do so.

COURSE TIMETABLECOURSE NAME DATE TIME SPEAKERS

Mandatory LAD-DIFC Courts CLPD Course

Monday, June 13, 2016 13:00 to 15:00 Amna Al Owais; Natasha Bakirci

Monday, July 11, 2016 13:00 to 15:00 Graham Lovett; Delvin Sumo

Tuesday, August 9, 2016 17:30 to 19:30 Mark Beer; Philip Punwar

Registration starts 15 minutes prior to course start time.

Please bring your LAD card along, if you haven’t received your card as yet the number will do along with another form of identification. If you are not a LAD registered practitioner, then another form of identification will be required.

PARTICIPANTS BENEFITSParticipants attending the session will benefit from:• 14daycomplementaryaccesstoLexisMiddleEastLawdatabaseofUAElaws• AcopyofMiddleEastAlertMagazine–aquarterlypublicationcoveringglobal,regionalnewsandanalysis.

WHEREDRA Training Rooms, Floor 3, Precinct Building 5, The Gate District, DIFCPhone: +971 4 427 3333

All attendees must report to the Reception Desk in Building 5. You will be asked to leave a form of ID (so please ensure you bring this along) and will be given a visitor pass for access to the controlled elevator.

DIFC MANDATORY COURSES

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SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

Natasha BakirciAssistant Registrar: DIFC CourtsNatasha was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2006. She has an LLB from the University of London (2001) and an LLM Masters in Public International Law from the London School of Economics (2003). Natasha comes to the Courts after five years with the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. Natasha joined the DIFC Courts in February 2012 as Judicial

Clerk, and was appointed Assistant Registrar in November that year. She is responsible for reviewing all the judicial output of the Court as well as preparing Practice & Registrar Directions and amendments to the Rules of Court.

Philip PunwarPartner: Baker Botts LLPPhilip was called to the Bar of England & Wales by the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in November 1989 and elected a Master of the Bench in October 2013. In addition to being an Advocate of the DIFC Courts, Philip is a practising Barrister, a Chartered Arbitrator (CIArb) and an Accredited Mediator (CEDR). He is a partner in the international arbitration

and dispute resolution group of Baker Botts LLP. During the course of his practice before the DIFC Courts, Philip has represented the first Claimant to succeed at trial, obtained the first Freezing Order and appeared in the first appeal to the Court of Appeal. In 2014 he was the first Supervising Lawyer appointed by the Court and in 2015 he oversaw the execution of the first DIFC Courts Search Order.

Amna Sultan Al OwaisDeputy Registrar: DIFC CourtsAmna joined the DIFC Courts in 2006 as the Deputy Registrar. She is also Deputy Registrar of the Special Tribunal Related to Dubai World, Deputy Chief Executive of the Dispute Resolution Authority and Chairwoman of the DIFC Courts’ Users’ Committee. Amna has played a key part in the establishment and development of the DIFC Courts. Her role is to support the judicial bench and Registrar in the management and day-to-day administration of the DIFC Courts. Amna undertakes various judicial functions and other duties as prescribed in Article 17 of the DIFC Courts Law No. 10 of 2004.

Graham LovettPartner: Gibson DunnGraham trained and qualified as an English solicitor with Clifford Chance, where he spent 22 years. After 10 years in London Graham was seconded to their Dubai office in 2004 and become regional managing partner. Graham joined Gibson Dunn in January 2016 to head up the regional disputes practice. He specialises in complex commercial arbitration and

litigation, often with a cross-border element. Graham is ranked in the top tier in Chambers Global 2016 for Dispute Resolution (Middle East and UAE) and Corporate Investigations.

Delvin SumoLegal Conduct Officer: Academy of LawDelvin recently joined the Academy of Law as the Legal Conduct Officer. Prior to stepping into this role Delvin worked as Legal Consultant in Dubai. In this role, her focus was mainly on case management and consulting with local and international clients on matters of employment and real estate. Delvin has background in both Western- and Middle Eastern Law, which

has made her an invaluable team member, specifically within the international context of the DIFC.

Mark BeerRegistrar: DIFC CourtsMark joined the DIFC Courts in 2008 as Registrar and became Chief Executive in 2009. He is a Judge of the Courts’ Small Claims Tribunal, Chairman of the DIFC Legal Group, a Member of the DIFC Courts’ Rules Subcommittee, Registrar of the Special Tribunal Related to Dubai World and Chief Executive of the Dispute Resolution Authority. In 2010 he was elected the Vice-

President of the Middle East for the International Association for Court Administration. Under his management, the Courts have secured a reputation as one of the most efficient commercial courts in the world.

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The Academy of Law in collaboration with the DIFC Wills & Probate Registry will be running a training programme on the “WPR Rules” and “Will Drafting for the WPR”. The training programme will enable practitioners to draft wills in line with the rules of the DIFC WPR. Successful completion of the course assessment will also entitle the practitioner to be included on the DIFC WPR’s list of approved Will Draftsmen, provided that they also comply with all other requirements set out by the DIFC WPR Practice Direction.

THE PROGRAMME HAS THE FOLLOWING LEARNING OUTCOMESWPR RULES WILL DRAFTING

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Explain the structure and of the main tenants of the WPR Rules, namely the Roles of the Registry, Application of the Rules to a DIFC Will, Probate Process and Claims, Administration of Estates

Describe the structure- and explain the formalities of a Will as prescribed by the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry Rules.

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Perform the entire process of will registration, estate planning and probate work within the framework given by the WPR legal basis, namely rights, duties and obligations of users of the WPR and their legal advisors.

Manage a formal client interview and assess a clients’ estate devolution requirements.

3Explain the general mandate and powers of the WPR Registry and the DIFC Courts.

Take comprehensive instructions from your client for the preparation of a Will.

4Describe the overall structure of the WPR Rules and explain how they integrate into the wider UAE laws.

Draft a Will in accordance with your clients’ specific instructions and circumstances.

5Describe Part 55 of the RDCs (DIFC Court Rules in relation to Probate proceedings in the DIFC Courts) and explain how it works in conjunction with the DIFC WPR Rules.

Learn to identify and mitigate professional conduct challenges and concerns commonly associated with the preparation of Wills.

6Implement the WPR Rules in advising clients on their Dubai estate planning in relation to DIFC wills and the subsequent probate process.

Satisfy the requirements of DIFC Wills and Probate Registry Practice Direction No. 1 of 2016 to be authorized to draft Wills for registration in the Register of Will Draftsmen.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?Legal consultants who wish to register on DIFC WPR’s roll of “registered providers” of will drafting services.

COURSE TIMETABLECOURSE NAME DURATION

New dates to be announced. To register your interest, email

[email protected] Rules and Will Drafting for the WPR

Opportunity 1 (one full day)

Opportunity 2.1 (divided over 2 days)

Opportunity 2.1 (divided over 2 days)

Registration starts 15 minutes prior to course start time.

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SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIESMihaela Cornelia MoldoveanuSenior Manager: DIFC Wills & Probate RegistryMihaela’s academic record combines economics, law and policy, within a Master’s study in Public Policy and Human Development at the Maastricht Graduate School of Governance (The Netherlands). Her interdisciplinary background and BA in European Studies has been geared to prepare her for advisory work in legal and administrative reforms.She brings 11 years of work experience, amongst which previous appointments at the European Parliament and the United Nations.

With fluency in six European languages, she has applied her skills in a variety of management and consultancy positions, overseeing projects in Europe, the United States and Central Asia.

Most recently based in Kabul for 4 years, she completed the New Competition Law for Afghanistan, contributed to the National Trade Policy and helped design the first Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre for Commercial Disputes, in Afghanistan. With her solid understanding of strategy and of setting up new structures, she has been appointed in 2014 as Project Manager at the DIFC Courts, to oversee a novel development, namely the design and launch of the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry. She was heavily involved and mainly responsible for the drafting of the WPR Rules during the period of a year, along with specialist legal practitioners abroad and with the support of the legal community in Dubai. She currently oversees the Registry as Senior Manager.

Victoria BeaumonPrivate Client SolicitorVictoria is a proficient Private Client Solicitor, admitted to The Law Society of England and Wales in 2009. She received a BA in Law and Business Studies from the University of Warwick UK, and completed the Legal Practice Course at BPP Professional Education in Leeds, UK. She is also a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.

Victoria worked with TWS Legal Consultants, a leading Dubai based Private Client firm specializing in Wills and Probate services, and frequently advised clients of varying nationalities on the distribution of their assets situated in Dubai in accordance with both Sharia and DIFC WPR laws. During these two years, she was also an active member of the legal working group committed to establishing the DIFC WPR Rules.

In the UK, Victoria trained and practiced with the Private Client team at Gordons LLP, an award winning UK Commercial law firm, for over five years and specialized in advising clients on succession planning and inheritance tax issues, often involving multi-jurisdictional matters. Victoria drafted Wills for some of the wealthiest individuals in the North of England and developed specialist advice services to families with vulnerable beneficiaries and individuals suffering from mental capacity issues. She also provided tailored succession advice to the elderly and infirm, in particular end of life tax planning and prepared several urgent death bed Wills.

Victoria is a proficient Private Client Solicitor, admitted to The Law Society of England and Wales in 2009. She received a BA in Law and Business Studies from the University of Warwick UK, and completed the Legal Practice Course at BPP Professional Education in Leeds, UK. She is also a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.

Please bring your LAD card along, if you haven’t received your card as yet the number will do along with another form of identification. If you are not a LAD registered practitioner, then another form of identification will be required.

WHEREDRA Training Rooms, Floor 3, Precinct Building 5, The Gate District, DIFCPhone: +971 4 427 3333

All attendees must report to the Reception Desk in Building 5. You will be asked to leave a form of ID (so please ensure you bring this along) and will be given a visitor pass for access to the controlled elevator.

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DIFC CERTIFICATE COURSES

DIFC INTRODUCTION TO LAWS FOR 2016In association with Lexis Nexis, the DIFC Dispute Resolution Authority’s (DRA) Academy of Law has developed the Introduction to DIFC Laws Certificate. This programme has been specifically designed to meet the needs of today’s Emirati and expatriate lawyers, legal advisors and consultants, seeking to gain a better understanding of and develop their familiarity with DIFC laws.

This certificate is unique and forms part of Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Initiatives for Legal Excellence, and it will be taught in collaboration with leading common law practitioners in the DIFC. The ‘Introduction to DIFC Laws’ Certificate comprise of 8 distinct courses which are presented in English. Participants may select to attend the certificate in its entirety or specific courses on an elective basis.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE COURSES?This certificate is ideal for Emirati and expatriate lawyers, legal advisors and consultants, in addition to civil and common law practitioners, who seek a better understanding of the laws of the DIFC.

COURSE CERTIFICATIONShould one elect to complete the entire certificate, at the end of the programme, you will be issued with an ‘Introduction to DIFC Laws’ certificate by the Academy of Law and LexisNexis. Each 2-hourcourse within the programme entitles the attendee to 2 Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) points with the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department (LAD). Competition of the entire certificate would qualify for the full 8 hours non mandatory training.

Alternatively, one may also elect to enrol for selected courses from the certificate programme. It is not compulsory to enrol for the entire set of courses upon registration. It is also not required to enrol for all the courses one intends on taking at once. Bookings may be made through LexisNexis on an ad hoc basis.

COURSE TIMETABLE‘Introduction to DIFC laws’ Certificate courses will be offered twice over the course of 2016 and comprises of the following sessions, which take place from 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm:

COURSE TITLE SECOND DATE SPEAKER COURSE DESCRIPTION

Introduction to the DIFC Courts

25/7/2016 Mark Beer Registrar DIFC Courts

This is an introductory course which serves as the first point of entry into either the certificate in DIFC Laws or certificate in DIFC Courts’ Procedures. It offers an overview of the establishment of the DIFC Courts and its role in the DIFC and UAE economy at large. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers, Emirati lawyers and business persons new to the UAE or the DIFC

Laws related to contracts

16/8/2016 Vanessa Abernethy General Counsel Emirates International Investment Company

This is an introductory course which focuses specifically on DIFC law no. 6 of 2004. It offers an overview of the enactment of the law as well as its application. This course can form part of the “Introduction to DIFC Laws Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers, Emirati lawyers or business persons who wish to become familiar with the legislation governing contracts in the DIFC

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Overview of Legal Entities in the DIFC

10/8/2016 Tanuja Paramasivam Vice President - Legal Dubai International Financial Centre Authority

This is an introductory course which focuses specifically on the DIFC law governing companies, partnerships, associations, incorporated organisations and trusts. It offers an overview of the enactment of the law as well as its application. This course can form part of the “Introduction to DIFC Laws Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers, Emirati lawyers or business persons who wish to become familiar with the legislation governing companies, partnerships, associations, incorporated organisations and trusts in the DIFC.

DIFCEmployment Law

28/9/2016 Shiraz Sethi Associate Stephenson Harwood

Bushra Ahmed Head of Dispute Resolution KBH Kaanuun

This is an introductory course which focuses specifically on the DIFC Employment Law no. 4 of 2005. It offers an overview of the practical application of the law. This course can form part of the “Introduction to DIFC Laws Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers, Emirati lawyers or business persons who wish to become familiar with the legislation governing the employment relationship in the DIFC.

DIFC Law of Obligations

5/10/2016 Mark Hoyle Partner Gateley PLC

This is an introductory course which focuses specifically on DIFC law no. 5 of 2005. It offers an overview of the law of obligations and its application within the DIFC. This course can form part of the “Introduction to DIFC Laws Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers, Emirati lawyers or business persons who wish to become familiar with legal obligations in the DIFC.

DIFC Property Law

21/8/2016 Jeremy Scott Senior Associate Al Tamimi & Company

This is an introductory course which focuses on three pieces of legislation relating to property, namely the Real Property Law no. 4 of 2007, the Strata Title Law no. 5 of 2007 and the Contract Law no. 6 of 2014. It offers an overview of DIFC laws of property and its applications. This course can form part of the “Introduction to DIFC Laws Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers, Emirati lawyers or business persons who wish to become familiar with DIFC property law. In order to put the DIFC Property Laws in context, the course also explores fundamental property law principles.

DIFC Regulatory Laws

31/8/2016 Timothy Binning Associate Director - Policy & Legal Services Dubai Financial Services Authority

This is an introductory course which focuses on how a Financial Free Zone is established under Federal Law, the role of the DFSA in the DIFC and the main regulatory laws in the DIFC. It offers an overview of DFSA administered laws and rules. This course can form part of the “Introduction to DIFC Laws Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers, Emirati lawyers or business persons who wish to become familiar with DIFC regulatory law

Introduction to comparative international law

8/9/2016 Gordon Blanke Partner DWF (Middle East) LLP

Legal systems in developed countries generally are based on Common Law or Civil Law models. This is an introductory course which provides a summary overview of each system of laws and judicial application. It identifies points of similarity and difference between the two models, and provides some hypothetical examples. The course also will comment on the substance and operation of Dubai laws Civil Law system, and the DIFC Common Law model. This course forms part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Laws Certificate,” but also may be taken as a stand-alone program for legal practitioners, business people, public service professionals, academicians, students, and others having an interest in jurisprudence, and how commercial laws govern the flow of goods, services, ideas, capital, and people across jurisdictions.

BENEFITS OF CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMEParticipants attending the full ‘Introduction to DIFC Laws’ Certificate course will receive the following additional complimentary benefits throughout their period of study:• AccesstoLexisLibrary,whichdeliversthousandsoftrustedlegal,taxandregulatorysources• AccesstoLexisMiddleEastLaw,whichisasinglepointofaccesstothelawsoftheGulfregioninEnglishandArabic• AccesstoLexis®PSL Financial Services, which provides up-to-date practical guidance from specialist UK solicitors and

barristers• TheLexisMiddleEastLawAlertmagazine,publishedinpartnershipwiththeAssociationofCorporateCounselMiddleEast

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Vanessa AbernethyGeneral Counsel: Emirates International Investment CompanyVanessa’s legal expertise includes corporate transactional work, advising on M&A, joint-ventures, securities offerings, IPOs, stock exchange listings and private equity transactions. Vanessa has advised listed companies and investment banks in relation to a range of equity and debt security issues and frequently works with financial services regulators.

Timothy BinningAssociate Director, Policy & Legal Services: Dubai Financial Services AuthorityTim Binning is graduated from the University of Western Australia. He has been working for the European Commission as a Policy officer before becoming an associate director at the Dubai Financial Services Authority in Dubai

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

Tanuja ParamasivamVice President – Legal: Dubai International Financial Centre Authority+33 6 11 21 52 49Tanuja is qualified to practice in Australia with extensive experience working for large Government Related Organisations in Dubai and for State Government and private law firms in Australia. She has over 15 years’ experience as a lawyer; 11 years’ experience in strategic policy development and regulation; and 3 years’ experience as a company secretary for an investment company with numerous subsidiaries.

Bushra AhmedHead of Dispute Resolution: KBH KaanuunBushra was called to the Bar of England & Wales in 2001. Prior to her move to KBH in January 2013, Bushra was formerly practising as a Barrister in the field of commercial litigation and employment at Ely Place Chambers, London and regularly appeared in the High Court, County Court and employment tribunals.

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Mark HoylePartner: Gateley PLCA specialist in Arab and Islamic laws, Dr Hoyle has more than 26 years experience of advocacy and experti advisory work in the laws of Egypt and other Arab and Islamic jurisdictions, including the UAE, Iraq, Kuwait and Afghanistan. He sits as an arbitrator and acts as a mediator. He is the editor-in-chief, creator and co-founder of the Arab Law Quaterly, and a visiting professor at the University of Leeds.

Shiraz SethiAssociate: Stephenson Harwood Shiraz is a dispute resolution lawyer specialising primarily in employment disputes within the DIFC. He also regularly advises his clients on all UAE labour law matters. Shiraz’s expertise also covers regulatory matters and advising clients on insolvency issues within the DIFC. He regularly deals with matters before the DIFC Courts.

Jeremy ScottSenior Associate: Al Tamimi & CompanyNew Zealand qualified lawyer with experience in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and the GCC.Jeremy has a strong background strata laws and property development and works with some of the region’s largest real estate developers (including a period in-house with a large Dubai government related developer) on a wide range of transactional, litigious and planning matters.

Gordon BlankePartner: DWF (Middle East) LLPGordon Blanke is a Partner in the International Commercial Arbitration team and is specialised in international commercial and investment arbitration across the UK, Europe and the Middle East.

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DIFC CERTIFICATE COURSES

DIFC COURTS’ PROCEDURES INTRODUCITONIn association with Lexis Nexis, the DIFC Dispute Resolution Authority’s (DRA) Academy of Law has developed the Introduction to DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate. This programme has been specifically designed to meet the needs of today’s Emirati and expatriate lawyers, legal advisors and consultants, seeking to gain a better understanding of and developing their familiarity with DIFC Courts’ procedures.

This certificate is unique and forms part of Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Initiatives for Legal Excellence, and it will be taught in collaboration with leading common law practitioners in the DIFC. It comprises of 12 distinct courses which participants may select to attend in its entirety or on an elective basis.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE COURSES?This certificate is ideal for Emirati and expatriate lawyers, legal advisors and consultants, in addition to civil and common law practitioners, who seek a better understanding of the procedures of the DIFC Courts.

COURSE CERTIFICATIONShould one elect to complete the entire certificate, at the end of the programme, you will be issued with an ‘Introduction to DIFC Courts’ Procedures’ certificate by the Academy of Law and LexisNexis. Each 2-hour course within the programme entitles the attendee to 2 Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) points with the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department (LAD). Competition of the entire certificate would qualify for the full 8 hours non mandatory training.

Alternatively, one may also elect to enroll for selected courses from the certificate programme. It is not compulsory to enroll for the entire set of courses upon registration. It is also not required to enroll for all the courses one intends on taking at once. Bookings may be made through Lexis Nexis on an ad hoc basis.

COURSE TIMETABLE‘Introduction to DIFC Courts’ Procedures’ Certificate courses will be offered twice over the course of 2016 and comprises of the following sessions, which take place from 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm:

COURSE TITLE SECOND DATE SPEAKER COURSE DESCRIPTION

Introduction to the DIFC Courts

25/7/2016 Mark Beer Registrar DIFC Courts

This is an introductory course which serves as the first point of entry into either the certificate in DIFC Laws or certificate in DIFC Courts’ Procedures. It offers an overview of the establishment of the DIFC Courts and its role in the DIFC and UAE economy at large. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers, Emirati lawyers and business persons new to the UAE or the DIFC

Commencing a claim

20/9/2016 Keith HutchinsonPartnerClyde & Co

This is an introductory course which focuses on DIFC Courts’ procedures relating to the commencement of claims. It offers an overview of the claims procedure, including how to respond to claims and identifying alternative claim procedures. This course can form part of the “Introduction to DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with DIFC Courts’ claims procedure.

Disputing jurisdiction

7/9/2016 Sheila Shadmand Partner-in-Charge Jones Day

This is an introductory course which focuses on the jurisdiction of the DIFC Courts. It offers an overview of the courts’ jurisdiction and possible jurisdictional challenges. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with the DIFC Courts’ jurisdiction

The early disposal of claims

15/8/2016 Sharon Lakhan Head of DIFC DepartmentGlobal Associates & Legal Consultants

This is an introductory course which focuses on the procedures for the early disposal of claims. It offers an overview of the reasons and methods for early disposal of claims to the DIFC Courts. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with the early disposal of claims at the DIFC Courts.

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Case Management

17/10/2016 Adrian ChadwickPartnerHadef & Partners

This is an introductory course which focuses on the procedural rules of the DIFC Courts and how it relates to managing cases. It offers an overview of the courts’ powers and duties in the management of cases. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with case management at the DIFC Courts.

Interim remedies 29/8/2016 Philip PunwarPartnerBaker Botts

This is an introductory course which focuses on the procedures for obtaining orders for early relief/remedies from the DIFC Courts. It offers an overview of the types of orders as well as the application process. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with available interim relief/remedy orders from the DIFC Courts.

Evidence 5/9/2016 Robert Karrar- LewsleySenior Counsel Al Tamimi & Company

This is an introductory course which focuses on the procedures for producing documents and obtaining evidence. It offers an overview of the types of document requests and related orders. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with the DIFC Courts procedure for producing and obtaining evidence.

Preparations for Trial

18/9/2016 Raza MithaniPartnerBerwin Leighton Paisner

This is an introductory course which focuses on the procedures for trials at the DIFC Courts. It offers an overview of the trial process, related DIFC Courts rules and the role of witnesses. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand- alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with the DIFC Courts trial procedure.

Appeals 19/9/2016 Graham LovettPartnerGibson Dunn

This is an introductory course which focuses on the appeals process at the DIFC Courts. It offers an overview of the procedure before, during and after an appeal. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with the DIFC Courts appeals procedure.

Costs 10/10/2016 Patrick Bourke Head of Middle East Norton Rose Fulbright (Middle East) LLP

This is an introductory course which focuses on the DIFC Courts Rules - specifically those that relate to costs. The course offers an overview of the duty of parties and types of orders which may be made with regards to costs. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with the DIFC Courts rules on costs.

Enforcement 4/10/2016 Ghada Qaisi Audi Head of Legal Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons LLC

This is an introductory course which focuses on the enforcement of DIFC Courts judgments both within and outside of the DIFC jurisdiction. The course offers an overview of the “Enforcement Protocol” codified in Dubai Law No. 16 of 2011. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expatriate and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with the enforcement of DIFC Courts judgments.

Introduction to the Wills and Probate Registry

11/10/2016 Mihaela Moldoveanu Senior Manager DIFC Wills and Probate Registry

This is an introductory course which introduces the attendee to the Wills and Probate Registry (WPR) of the DIFC. The course offers an overview of what the WPR is and its function as a sub-entity of the Dispute Resolution Authority. This course can form part of the “Introduction to the DIFC Courts’ Procedures Certificate” and can also be taken as a stand-alone course for expat lawyers and Emirati lawyers who wish to become familiar with the WPR.

BENEFITS OF CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMEParticipants attending the full ‘Introduction to DIFC Courts’ Procedures’ Certificate course will receive the following additional complimentary benefits throughout their period of study:• AccesstoLexisLibrary,whichdeliversthousandsoftrustedlegal,taxandregulatorysources• AccesstoLexisMiddleEastLaw,whichisasinglepointofaccesstothelawsoftheGulfregioninEnglishandArabic• AccesstoLexis®PSL Financial Services, which provides up-to-date practical guidance from specialist UK solicitors and

barristers• TheLexisMiddleEastLawAlertmagazine,publishedinpartnershipwiththeAssociationofCorporateCounselMiddleEast

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Keith HutchinsonPartner, Clyde & CoKeith is a Dispute Resolution partner in Clyde & Co’s Dubai office. He has worked in Dubai since joining the firm’s MENA offices from the London office in 2007, where he had worked since 2002. Keith handles a wide range of commercial dispute resolution work, including shareholder disputes, banking and investments, enforcement, professional services, insurance, commodities and general commercial litigation. He has a particular focus on litigation in the DIFC Courts. Keith also heads Clyde & Co’s Middle East Debt Recovery team.

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

Sheila ShadmandPartner-in-Charge, Jones DaySheila Shadmand represents major multinational companies in a diverse range of complex commercial disputes and regulatory compliance issues around the world. She represents both Middle Eastern clients in complex disputes abroad and major international companies in disputes before courts and arbitral bodies in the UAE and throughout the Middle East.

Sharon LakhanHead of DIFC Department, Global Associates & Legal ConsultantsSharon is the Head of the DIFC Litigation Team at Global Advocates, and am registered in Part II of the DIFC Courts’ Register of Practitioners. Legal associate 8 years PQE with 6 years experience in Dubai. Specializing in dispute resolution, including DIFC Court litigation, Dubai World Tribunal proceedings, DIAC and DIFC/LCIA arbitrations. Advising clients on all types of disputes including employment and property issues. Also advises on local Dubai and UAE laws and disputes.

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Adrian ChadwickPartner, Hadef & PartnersAdrian has 25 years experience of handling shipping and international trade matters as well as general commercial litigation/arbitration disputes. He has considerable experience of shipping finance, newbuilding and vessel repair and sale/purchase transactions.Adrian commenced his career in London with Horrocks & Co. a specialist shipping and international trade law firm. In 1989 he joined Clyde & Co. and after three months transferred to its Hong Kong office.

Philip PunwarPartner, Baker BottsPhilip Punwar is a practising barrister and a partner in the international arbitration and dispute resolution group of Baker Botts L.L.P. Punwar is an experienced civil and common law practitioner. Over the past 25 years he has appeared in a wide range of commercial proceedings in court and arbitration under English, UAE, DIFC and International law.

Robert Karrar-LewsleySenior Counsel, Al Tamimi & CompanyRobert is a barrister and Senior Associate in the arbitration team of Al Tamimi & Company (DIFC office). He regularly advises and represents clients in high-value international and domestic arbitrations relating to commercial, construction and property disputes under various institutions (including the ICC, DIFC-LCIA, DIAC and ADCCAC). His clients include government entities, multi-national companies, real estate developers, and investors.

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Raza MithaniPartner, Berwin Leighton PaisnerRaza is recognised as one of the foremost arbitration and dispute resolution lawyers in the Middle East. For the last 15 years he has represented clients ranging from sovereigns and financial institutions to a wide range of multinationals in high value and complex disputes across various industry sectors, including financial services, energy, insurance and construction. He is frequently called upon to sit as an arbitrator, has acted as an expert witness on UAE Law, and has published various books and articles on the Laws of the UAE, Saudi Arabia and England & Wales.

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

Graham LovettPartner, Gibson DunnLovett’s practice covers a broad range of disputes, including regulatory investigations, arbitration and commercial litigation. He has significant experience in disputes related to fraud, breach of contract, joint ventures, financial services, accounting, insolvency, and construction/infrastructure. He sits as an arbitrator in domestic and international arbitrations and has significant experience as an advocate in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Court litigation.

Ghada Qaisi AudiHead of Legal, Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons LLCGhada Qaisi Audi is Head of Legal of the 750+ employee luxury watch and jewelry retailer Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons LLC established in 1950 and headquartered in Dubai, UAE. Prior to that, she was Head of Dispute Resolution with a Dubai-based boutique firm and formerly the Acting Deputy Registrar of the DIFC Courts and Special Tribunal Related to Dubai World.

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Mihaela MoldoveanuSenior Manager, DIFC Wills and Probate RegistryMihaela has been appointed as Project Manager at the DIFC Courts in 2014, to design and launch the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry. She currently oversees the Registry as Senior Manager. Mihaela’s academic record combines economics, law and policy, within a Master’s study in Public Policy and Human Development at the Maastricht Graduate School of Governance (The Netherlands).

Patrick BourkeHead of Middle East, Norton Rose Fulbright (Middle East) LLPPatrick Bourke is the Head of our Middle East practice and is based in Dubai. He is a dispute resolution lawyer and is also Head of our Middle East dispute resolution and litigation team. Patrick specialises in arbitration, commercial litigation and ADR, acting on insolvency, fraud, banking, construction and real estate cases. He also advises on all aspects of corporate governance and risk management. In addition, Patrick has skills in a number of practice areas such as Dubai International Financial Centre employment law. Patrick has full rights of audience before the DIFC Courts and is a member of the DIFC Court Users Committee and Chair of the DIFC Court Rules Sub-Committee.

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Laws (The same for the ‘Introduction to DIFC Courts Procedures’ certificate)

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Courts (The same for the ‘Introduction to DIFC Laws’ certificate)

The early disposal of claims: Strike Out and Immediate Judgment

Evidence: disclosure of documents and the role of witness and expert evidence

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Disputing jurisdiction Interim remedies, including injunctions

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Enhance your knowledge and understanding of the DIFC Courts’ Procedures and Laws.

In association with Lexis Nexis, the DIFC Dispute Resolution Authority’s (DRA) Academy of Law has developed the

Introduction to DIFC Courts’ Procedures and DIFC Laws 2016 Certificates. These have been specifically designed

to meet the needs of today’s Emirati and expatriate lawyers, legal advisors and consultants, seeking to gain a better

understanding of and developing their familiarity with DIFC Courts’ procedures and Laws.

This certificate is unique and forms part of Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Initiatives for Legal

Excellence, and it will be taught in collaboration with leading common law practitioners in the DIFC. Each 2-hour

course within the programme entitles the attendee to 2 Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) points

with the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department (LAD). Competition of the entire certificate would qualify for

the full 8 hours non mandatory training.

Participants attending the full certificate courses will receive access to the following additional complimentary

benefits throughout their period of study: Lexis Middle East Law, LexisLibrary, LexisPSL, Lexis Middle East Law Alert

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