Stephanie Stewart

Level Up: Unlocking Financial Potential In The Middle East

Welcome to this edition of Law Update, where we focus on the ever-evolving landscape of financial services regulation across the region. As the financial markets in the region continue to grow and diversify, this issue provides timely insights into the key regulatory developments shaping banking, investment, insolvency, and emerging technologies.

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Eyes
On 2025

Legal Updates in
Middle East & North Africa

2025 is set to be a game-changer for the MENA region, with legal and regulatory shifts from 2024 continuing to reshape its economic landscape. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Iraq, Qatar, and Bahrain are all implementing groundbreaking reforms in sustainable financing, investment laws, labor regulations, and dispute resolution. As the region positions itself for deeper global integration, businesses must adapt to a rapidly evolving legal environment.

Our Eyes on 2025 publication provides essential insights and practical guidance on the key legal updates shaping the year ahead—equipping you with the knowledge to stay ahead in this dynamic market.

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Biography

Stephanie is a Legal Consultant in the Corporate Structuring practice in the Dubai office. She joined Al Tamimi & Company in 2018 after obtaining a decade of work experience in Scotland.

Stephanie has experience in advising and representing clients in corporate structuring matters including group restructuring, foreign ownership, licensing and regulatory matters, as well as company formation/de-registration.

Stephanie’s particular strength is her ability to draft legal advice on complex matters in different sectors. She also assists in drafting constitutional documents for many corporate transactions including company establishments, share transfers and liquidations.

Recent Experience

drafting legal advice relating to licensing & regulatory matters in various sectors including education, healthcare and transport;
advising on company formations, liquidations and re-structuring;
liaising with government agencies, free zones and licensing authorities;
drafting and reviewing constitutional documents and agreements;
advising on compliance related matters for entities set up in the UAE.