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A Year-End Insight into Energy & Climate Law
This special edition of Law Update, marking Al Tamimi & Company’s 35th anniversary, explores the evolving legal landscape of energy and climate law across the region.
As the Middle East prioritises sustainable growth, this edition examines key developments shaping the future of the sector. From the UAE’s Federal Law No. 11 of 2024 to advancements in green hydrogen, solar financing, and carbon capture technology, we spotlight the innovative strides and challenges defining this critical area.
We also go into Saudi Arabia’s initiatives to integrate carbon capture into its industrial expansion and Egypt’s AFRICARBONEX platform, which underscores the region’s commitment to a sustainable and inclusive future.
Join us as we celebrate 35 years of legal excellence and forward-thinking insights, paving the way for a more sustainable tomorrow.
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Biography
- Melissa is a qualified Solicitor of England and Wales. She is an associate within the Employment & Incentives practice which comprises the largest team of specialist employment lawyers in the Middle East.
- Melissa acts on a wide range of employment matters from hiring through to termination across the UAE including its multiple free zones. She regularly assists clients with on all aspects of local law including but not limited to employment contracts, company policies and procedures, corporate restructures, internal investigations, terminations including end of service benefits and pension related matters.
- Melissa has a particular interest in the Defence & Security and Sports & Event Management sectors and provides specialist advice which enables her to provide tailored and bespoke advice to these clients.
Recent Experience
- Assisting a multinational telecommunication company in respect of a complex global restructure.
- Advising a global financial institution on the implications of a dual contract arrangement between the UAE and France.
- Advising a leading defence & security organisationon enforcement of restrictive covenants across the UAE.
- Advising a well known event management company on engagement of personnel in the UAE on a temporary and permanent basis
Education
- 2019- Legal Practice Course, BPP University
- 2018– Graduate Diploma in Law, BPP University
- 2017 – Bachelor of Anthropology and Sociology (with Hons), Exeter University
Admission
- 2022 – Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales
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