FEBRUARY 2024 Welcome to this month's edition of Lawyer Monthly Magazine, your exclusive gateway into the multifaceted world of legal expertise and innovation. As the landscape of law evolves at an unprecedented pace, we are dedicated to bringing you cutting-edge legal discourse, from the intricate strategies of criminal defence to the nuanced realms of wealth planning in the UAE and beyond. In this issue, we explore the critical role of criminal defence in upholding justice and protecting individual rights amidst a backdrop of recent false allegations in the press. We also turn our attention to the dynamic and rapidly growing wealth planning sector in the UAE. With its unique legal framework and economic opportunities, the UAE presents a fascinating case study in effective wealth management and planning. Our experts provide guidance on navigating these waters, ensuring that you are wellinformed of the latest trends and regulations. Mediation, a cornerstone of dispute resolution, receives special focus as well. In a world where litigation costs continue to soar, mediation represents a cost-effective and efficient alternative. Through expert commentary, we examine how mediation is being transformed and what this means for the future of dispute resolution. Read on for all this and much more, including articles on IP, Asset Tracing, Insurance Law, Family Law and stress-busting gadgets. We hope that this issue not only informs but also inspires you to engage with the legal challenges and opportunities of our time. Your feedback and perspectives are invaluable to us, and we look forward to continuing our journey together through the ever-changing landscape of law. Warm regards, Mark Palmer Editor, Lawyer Monthly EDITOR'S PICKS: Marcus Johnstone Inside the World of Criminal Defence Richard Buxton Pioneering Mediator Shares Insights 16 30 LAWYER MONTHLY©2024 Universal Media Limited Lawyer Monthly is published by Universal Media Limited and is available on general subscription. Readership and circulation information can be found at: www.lawyer-monthly.com. The views expressed in the articles within Lawyer Monthly are the contributors’ own. All rights reserved. Material contained within this publication is not to be reproduced in whole or in part without prior permission. Permission may only be given in written form by the management board of Universal Media Limited. Approx. 302,000 net digital distribution.
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