The GCC Legal Innovation Summit Dubai 2026 is a premier event organized by the Legal Innovation Forum, scheduled for November 4, 2026, at the Kempinski The Boulevard Dubai. This full-day summit aims to equip legal leaders in the GCC with strategic insights to navigate rising regulatory complexity, geopolitical uncertainty, and accelerating technological change.
Key topics include leveraging innovation, legal operations, and AI-enabled tools to strengthen organizational resilience while enabling growth and transformation. The agenda features panel discussions, fireside chats, presentations, and interactive workshops focused on these themes.
Attendees will benefit from valuable networking opportunities, including a networking reception and exclusive roundtable dinners. The event is designed for senior-level professionals from legal departments, legal operations teams, law firms, and third-party service providers across the GCC and beyond.
This summit is essential for legal professionals seeking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving global economy, offering practical solutions and forward-looking approaches aligned with the UAE’s We the UAE 2031 vision.
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Speakers(12)
Adrian Camara
CEO at Athennian
Adrian Camara is the Chief Executive Officer of Athennian, leading the company's strategic direction and growth in legal technology solutions.
Ahmed Zaki
SVP Legal Affairs at Al Hamra Group
Ahmed Zaki holds the position of Senior Vice President of Legal Affairs at Al Hamra Group, overseeing the company's legal functions.
Andrew Bowyer
CEO and Founder at The Legal Innovation Forum
Andrew Bowyer is the CEO and Founder of The Legal Innovation Forum, leading discussions on legal innovation and transformation.
Chehade Kahi
General Counsel & Board Secretary at Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC
Chehade Kahi holds the position of General Counsel and Board Secretary at Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC, overseeing legal operations and corporate governance.
Fatima Hussain
Head of Legal at LIQID
Fatima Hussain serves as the Head of Legal at LIQID, leading the company's legal department and advising on legal matters.
Kimberley Holland
Vice President, Legal Affairs at Core42
Kimberley Holland is the Vice President of Legal Affairs at Core42, managing the company's legal strategies and compliance.
Racha Lucero
General Counsel at Dubai Financial Market
Racha Lucero is the General Counsel at Dubai Financial Market, overseeing legal and compliance matters.
Sergey Konov
Regional Compliance & Integrity Officer IMETA at Boehringer Ingelheim
Sergey Konov is the Regional Compliance & Integrity Officer for IMETA at Boehringer Ingelheim, ensuring adherence to compliance standards across the region.
Tarek Nakkach
Director & General Counsel - Middle East, Africa & Turkey at Kyndryl
Tarek Nakkach is the Director and General Counsel for the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey at Kyndryl, managing legal affairs across these regions.
Tina Chakma
Associate Director, Legal Risk & Compliance at Dubai World Trade Centre
Tina Chakma is the Associate Director of Legal Risk & Compliance at Dubai World Trade Centre, focusing on mitigating legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Yasser Aboismail
Regional General Counsel, Director, Legal, Commercial / Contracts & Compliance at Thales
Yasser Aboismail serves as the Regional General Counsel and Director overseeing legal, commercial contracts, and compliance at Thales.
Zaid Gardner
General Counsel at Property Finder
Zaid Gardner serves as the General Counsel at Property Finder, leading the company's legal department and advising on corporate matters.
Event Details
- Date
- June 15, 2026
- Location
- 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Kempinski The Boulevard Dubai
- Audience
- Senior-level professionals from legal departments, legal operations teams, law firms, and third-party service providers across the GCC and beyond.
- Attendees
- 200+
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