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2024 Africa & Middle East Regional Meeting

by ALFA International

The 2024 Africa & Middle East Regional Meeting is a premier event organized by ALFA International, a global network of independent law firms. This gathering is scheduled to take place from December 4 to December 6, 2024, at the Casablanca Marriott Hotel in Casablanca, Morocco.

The meeting will feature a series of program sessions designed to address pertinent legal topics relevant to the African and Middle Eastern regions. Attendees can expect in-depth discussions and presentations on current legal challenges, regional developments, and best practices in various areas of law.

In addition to the formal sessions, the event will offer ample networking opportunities, including a welcome reception and dinner on the first evening. These social events are designed to foster connections among legal professionals, facilitating the exchange of ideas and collaboration. Notable speakers and experts from the legal field are anticipated to share their insights throughout the meeting.

This regional meeting is ideal for legal practitioners, law firm partners, and corporate counsel operating within or interested in the African and Middle Eastern markets. Attending this event will provide valuable knowledge, professional development, and the chance to engage with peers facing similar regional legal issues.

Speakers(4)

Boma Alabi

Founding Partner at Primera Africa Legal

Boma Alabi is a founding partner of Primera Africa Legal with approximately 30 years of experience in corporate commercial practice. She specializes in International Tax Law, Maritime Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Capital Market Transactions, advising on leading commercial deals across various sectors in Nigeria.

Lamia Merzouki

Chief Operating Officer at Casablanca Finance City Authority

Lamia Merzouki is the Chief Operating Officer at Casablanca Finance City Authority, Chair of the United Nations-led Financial Centers for Sustainability Network, and Vice-Chair of the World Alliance of International Financial Centers. She has extensive experience in strategy and organization, having previously held positions at AKWA Group and Arthur Andersen in Paris.

Paula Boast

Head of Construction Engineering & Projects at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

Based in Bahrain since 2006, Paula Boast specializes in construction projects throughout the Middle East, including Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar. She has extensive experience in real estate development, infrastructure, and utilities, acting on behalf of government entities, developers, and contractors.

Salim Ali

Attorney at Al-Hamad Legal Group

Salim Ali is an attorney at Al-Hamad Legal Group in Safat, Kuwait. He has experience in various legal fields, including corporate law and dispute resolution, providing legal services to clients in the Middle East region.

Event Details

Date
December 4-6, 2024
3 days
Location
🇲🇦 Rabat, Morocco
Casablanca Marriott Hotel
Audience
Legal practitioners, law firm partners, corporate counsel

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