Al Ansari & Associates was one of the first law firms in Qatar that focused on the importance of the National Address Law No. (24) of 2017 (“National Address Law”) The Ministry of Interior announced a couple of days ago that the National Address Law will come into force in the coming few months and…
Investment of Non- Qatari Capital Law
Introduction Demonstrating the State of Qatar’s desire to develop and enhance its entire legislative regime, enactment of new laws and amendment of existing legislation, to attract foreign investment to meet the country’s highly dynamic, competitive and rapidly growing economic activities, has been a recurring theme in the country. In particular, new laws have been enacted…
National Address Law
Introduction Recognizing the need to have recorded by government officials a physical address for all Qatari nationals and/or residents, Qatar has enacted the National Address Law No. (24) 2017 (“National Address Law”). Notably in a legal context, absent a precise recorded address many legal claims before courts or tribunals in Qatar have failed on account…
Arabic Language Law
Introduction With increasing usage of the English language in schools, businesses, restaurants and for that matter, daily interactions, the government of the State of Qatar has taken the initiative to ensure that the Arabic language is protected through legislation in the Protection of Arabic Language, Law No. (7) of 2019 (the “Arabic Language Law”). Scope…
National Address Law
Introduction It was always necessary for government to have an updated address for each national and/ or resident who lives in the State of Qatar. Absence of a precise recorded address was a main reason in the failure of many legal claims before courts or tribunals because without having a clear and definite address, court’s…
A&A Shortlisted for Middle East Legal Award 2019
Al-Ansari & Associates has been shortlisted by the Corporate Counsel Middle East 2019 Awards, an event hosted by the Association of Corporate Counsel Middle East and Legal Week. The nomination is for Construction Team of the Year. “Our continuous shortlisting and nomination reflect our commitment to excellence, which is a pride for our firm.” Mohammed…
A&A Has Moved to its New Headquarters
Al-Ansari & Associates is pleased to announce its move to a new headquarter at Al Asmakh Tower, 20th Floor, Majlis Al Taawon Street , West Bay. Mohammed Al-Ansari, the Managing Partner of Al-Ansari & Associates said “This move comes as a testament of our commitment to excellence in providing our services”. He added “our investment…
A&A Finalist in Three Categories in Middle East Legal Awards 2018
Al-Ansari & Associates has been shortlisted for four awards by the Corporate Counsel Middle East 2018 Awards, an event hosted by the Association of Corporate Counsel Middle East and Legal Week. The nomination is for the following categories: Construction Team of the Year; Arbitration Team of the Year; and Litigation Team of the Year. “We…
Al-Ansari & Associates Highly Commended CSR Firm
Last Thursday, Al-Ansari & Associates was named as highly commended for the CSR Initiative of the Year during the Middle East Legal Awards 2017, a recognition in the category amongst other highly-reputed international firms. In addition, Mr. Salman Al-Ansari was awarded the ACC Middle East Achievement Award 2017 based on his work in relation to…
Grouping Family and Criminal Courts is Problematic
In an interview for Alraya Newspaper,Mohammed Al-Ansari, the Managing Partner of Al-Ansari & Associates and the Secretary General of the Qatar Lawyers Association, confirmed the existence of a project to establish a court complex as early as 1996, however that for unknown reasons it has yet to be commenced. Mr. Al-Ansari stated that, “the existing…