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August 2023
20

Termination of Fixed Term Contracts on Notice

Qatar Employment Law Developments pursuant to the Qatar Labour Law No. 14 of 2004 (Qatar...

May 2023
25

Corporate team of the year award to Al-ansari & Associates law office for its role in preparing the legal infrastructure to host FIFA world cup qatar 2022

Press Release- 24 May 2023 Al-Ansari & Associates, a Doha-based law firm, has emerged as...

November 2022
02

Overview of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Law enacted

From 21st November  to 18th December 2022, Qatar will welcome through its borders 32 teams...

November 2022
02

Entry procedures for Qatar to attend the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

In April 2022, in preparation for receiving fans from all over the world to attend...

November 2022
02

Qatar Tourism issues Regulations regarding Holiday Homes

In support of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and to promote the operation of...

November 2022
02

The Commercial Restriction Area during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

The Enactment of Law No. 10 of 2021 regarding the Measures for Hosting the FIFA...

November 2022
02

Ministry of Public Heath launches healthcare website for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

The Enabling Law addresses the State of Qatar’s commitment to providing emergency medical care for...

November 2022
02

Qatar Issues a Law on the Protection of FIFA’s  Intellectual Property Rights

In addition to the recent enactment of Law No. (10)  of 2021 regarding the Measures...

November 2022
02

Mechanism for establishing and liquidating special companies for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

On  27 April 2022 the Minister of Commerce & Industry issued Resolution No. (39) of...

November 2022
02

Tax and Customs Exemptions for the Upcoming FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

In preparation for the hosting of the FIFA World Cup 2022 (“Competition”), several resolutions, decisions,...

November 2022
02

Transportation in Qatar during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

The State of Qatar has established eight stadiums in different regions but nevertheless each stadium...

November 2022
02

Impact of QPAY on Visa’s Exclusive Rights during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

On 29 July 2021, Qatar enacted Law No. 10 of 2021 regarding the Measures for...

April 2022
28

Impact of QPAY on Visa’s Exclusive Rights during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

On 29 July 2021, in preparation for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022, His Highness...

April 2022
28

New Social Insurance Law

The below illustrates the major points which you should know about the new Social Insurance...

April 2022
28

An overview of the new labelling requirements of Tobacco products

INTRODUCTION In February 2022, the Minister of Health issued the Decision no. (3) of 2022...

April 2022
28

The Commercial Restriction Area during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

On 29 July 2021, his Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani enacted...

February 2022
13

Qatar Introduces New Law regarding the Establishment of Investment and Commerce Court

In October 2021, his Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of the...

February 2022
13

AN OVERVIEW OF PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS IN QATAR

INTRODUCTION The State of Qatar is witnessing a new era of economic development which is...

February 2022
13

Challenging Arbitral Award under Qatar Arbitration Law

With arbitration becoming the most widely-used out-of-court dispute resolution mechanism, especially in construction sector, it...

November 2021
21

Reshuffling of Qatar’s Cabinet- What should you know?

As part of Qatar’s continuous development and progress towards achieving the 2030 National Vision, on...

November 2021
21

Qatar Issues a new Law on the Health Care Services

In October 2021, his Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, enacted Law...

November 2021
21

Qatar Court Update

As part of our regular publications, we will be providing you with feedback on matters...

November 2021
21

New Legal Reform: Qatar Mediation Law

Mediation is a dispute resolution process that has not been previously covered under any domestic...

November 2021
21

The Ministry sets the Maximum Rates for Leasing Hotel Rooms during FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

On 14 July 2021, the Minister of Commerce and Industry issued Ministerial Decision No. (46)...

September 2021
30

Quarantine and Restrictions when Entering the State of Qatar

In dealing with COVID-19, most countries in the post-vaccine world have established quarantine protocols for...

September 2021
30

Al-Mahakem- Qatar Courts’ New e-Filing System

Recent Changes in Court Filings Due to COVID-19 Richelle Segura and Aysha Al-Ansari It is...

September 2021
30

Qatar Tourism issues Regulations regarding Holiday Homes

In support of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and to promote the operation of...

August 2021
15

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Law enacted

On 2nd December 2010, following on from Qatar’s successful hosting of the Asian Games in...

August 2021
15

Qatar Issues a Law on the Protection of FIFA’s Intellectual Property Rights

In addition to the recent enactment of Law No. (10) of 2021 regarding the Measures...

April 2021
22

Mandatory Beneficial Ownership Disclosure

INTRODUCTION The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (“MOCI”) announced on 18 April 2021 that it...

April 2021
08

New COVID-19 Measures

In this new version of our regular law updates, we are trying to keep a...

October 2020
19

International Award to Al-Ansari & Associates Law Office For ITS Role in Uber Acquisition Transaction

Al-Ansari & Associates law office won the IFLR award as the best law firm in...

September 2020
15

Changes to Labour Law & Entry and Exit of Expatriates Law

INTRODUCTION The September edition of the official gazette included major changes to the currently applicable...

September 2020
15

New Law on Minimum Wage

INTRODUCTION On 30 August 2020, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani...

July 2020
01

Code of Transparency and Conduct of Public Employees

INTRODUCTION & SCOPE OF APPLICATION The Council of Ministers adopted the Decision No. (18) of...

June 2020
29

Understanding the Newley Issued Executive Regulations of The Investment of Foreign Capital Law

INTRODUCTION In January 2019, the Law on Investment of Foreign Capital in The Economic Activity...

June 2020
06

COVID – 19 UPDATES

COVID-19 Update – Easing Working Hours Measures as of Thursday 4th of June 2020 Since...

May 2020
21

The Qatari Railways

His Highness Shaikh/ Tamimi Bin Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani issued the Law No. (11)...

May 2020
21

COVID-19 UPDATES

The government is still exercising its utmost efforts to curb and combat the spread of...

May 2020
21

The Protection of Drawings and Industrial Designs

His Highness Shaikh Tamimi Bin Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani issued the Law No. (10)...

March 2020
28

COVID-19 Update – Additional Government Measures

In an attempt to shield the light on the new measures taken by the government...

March 2020
23

COVID-19 Update – Government Bans Gatherings & Provide Financial Facility

In an attempt to shield the light on the new measures taken by the government...

March 2020
17

COVID-19 Update – Additional Government Measures

In this new version of our regular law updates, we are trying to keep a...

March 2020
15

COVID-19 Judicial Suspension

In line with the precautionary measures adopted by the authorities in Qatar to contain the...

March 2020
03

Coronavirus and State’s Measures

Coronavirus and State’s Authority to Protect Public Health from Legal Perspective Introduction Coronaviruses are a...

March 2020
03

A&A Shortlisted for Middle East Legal Award 2020

Al-Ansari & Associates has been shortlisted by the Corporate Counsel Middle East 2020 Awards, an...

March 2020
03

Overview of the Qatari Arbitration Law No. (2) of 2017

I. Introduction Many of arbitration practitioners and scholars were of the opinion that State of...

February 2020
02

Unified Economic Register Law

Law No. (1) of 2020 regarding the Unified Economic Register (“Unified Register Law”). Addressees The...

February 2020
02

Amendments to the Penal Code

Law No. (2) of 2020 introducing some amendments to the of Penal Code No. (11)...

February 2020
02

National Address Law Came to Force

The National Address Law No. (24) of 2017 (the “National Address Law”) came to force...

February 2020
02

QFC and free zones companies’ are permitted to participate in public tenders

Decree No. (23) of 2019 regarding the rules and conditions for QFC’s and free zones...

November 2019
19

Watch Out! The National Address Law is coming into force.

Al Ansari & Associates was one of the first law firms in Qatar that focused...

November 2019
13

Investment of Non- Qatari Capital Law

Introduction Demonstrating the State of Qatar’s desire to develop and enhance its entire legislative regime,...

November 2019
13

Arabic Language Law

Introduction With  increasing usage of the English language  in schools, businesses, restaurants and for that...

January 2019
21

A&A Has Moved to its New Headquarters

Al-Ansari & Associates is pleased to announce its move to a new headquarter at Al...

April 2018
18

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...

May 2017
14

Al-Ansari & Associates Highly Commended CSR Firm

Last Thursday, Al-Ansari & Associates was named as highly commended for the CSR Initiative of...

April 2017
23

Grouping Family and Criminal Courts is Problematic

In an interview for Alraya Newspaper,Mohammed Al-Ansari, the Managing Partner of Al-Ansari & Associates and...

April 2017
16

Finalists in Middle East Legal Awards 2017

Al-Ansari & Associates is proud to announce its shortlisting for two awards in the Middle...

March 2017
16

Associations Law Ought to be Amended

In an interview discussing various aspects of the Associations and Private Institutions Law, Mr. Mohammed...

February 2017
01

Al-Ansari & Associates Wins Achievement Award at the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Middle East Annual Awards 2016.

In May 2016 Al-Ansari & Associates beat strong competition from the Government of Dubai Legal...

May 2015
29

Al-Ansari & Associates wins Middle East M&A Deal of the Year 2015

On March 31, 2015 Al-Ansari & Associates won the coveted M&A Atlas Award during Gala...

April 2015
19

M&A Atlas Awards, Global Major Markets 2015 shortlists A&A for Two Awards

M&A Atlas Awards, Global Major Markets 2015 shortlists Al-Ansari & Associates for two awards, Middle...

January 2015
02

CCME Shortlisted A&A for Four Awards 2015

Al-Ansari & Associates has been shortlisted for four awards by the Corporate Counsel Middle East...

October 2014
17

Al-Ansari & Associates Receives the Second Middle East Award in 2014

On October 15, 2014 at Burj Al-Arab in Dubai, Al-Ansari & Associate receives the second...

May 2014
08

Al-Ansari & Associate named “The Middle East Law Firm of the Year” at CCME Award 2014

Al-Ansari & Associate wins “The Middle East Law Firm of the Year 2014” at Corporate...

March 2014
21

A&A Shortlisted For Domestic Deal Of The Year 2014

Al-Ansari & Associates has been shortlisted for the Domestic Deal of the Year at the...

March 2014
02

A&A Shortlisted for Middle East Law Firm of the Year Award 2014

Al-Ansari & Associates is thrilled to be shortlisted for the Corporate Counsel Middle East 2014...

February 2014
17

Qatar University Recognizes Al-Ansari & Associates Training Program 2014

Al-Ansari & Associates has been recognized by the Qatar University President for its support to Qatar University...

February 2014
03

Al-Ansari & Associates amongst the best in Qatar by Chambers & Partners 2014

Al-Ansari & Associates is seen by Chambers & Partners as known for “Strong capabilities in...

January 2014
06

Another Ranking by Legal500 for Al-Ansari & Associates 2014

Being described as to provide “rapid turnaround times, responsiveness, and a good understanding of the...

August 2013
12

Al-Ansari & Associates hosted Qatar Tendering Law Seminar: Tendering between Laws and Practice

Al-Ansari & Associates, fastest growing law firm in Qatar, proudly hosted “Qatar Tendering Law Seminar:...

November 2012
10

A&A Partner Speaks at the Fourth Annual International Legal Forum

For the second time in a row and third time, Salman Al-Ansari, a partner at...

October 2012
21

Women Entrepreneurs And Qatari Laws Workshop

Al-Ansari & Associates social responsibility continuous through a workshop hosted by Georgetown University Women’s Society...

April 2012
04

Recognition for A&A Managing Partner

Mohammed Al-Ansari, the Managing Partner of Al-Ansari & Associates has been recognized for his efforts...

January 2012
14

With A&A Support Qatar’s Womens’ First Incubation Center Is Launched

With more than two years bro bono support by Al-Ansari & Associates Roudha Center is...

September 2011
26

Financial Sector Restructuring, By Salman Al-Ansari 2011

Since the accession of His Highness the Emir Hamad Bin Khalifa Al-Thani in 1995, Qatar...

September 2011
05

Legal 500 Recognizes Al-Ansari & Associates In 2011

Al-Ansari & Associates has been recognized and ranked as an up-coming law firm amongst the...

May 2010
05

Qatar Lawyers Association Elections

QATAR LAWYERS ASSOCIATION ELECTIONS Managing Partner of Al-Ansari & Associates has been elected to Qatar...

March 2010
25

Immediate Encashment Of Post-Dated Cheques By Mid-May

Mohammed Al-Ansari comments on Article 3 of the Commercial Law in relation to post-date cheaques...

December 2009
27

MISGIVINGS ABOUT LAW ON CHEQUES

Mohammed Al-Ansari, the Managing Partner at Al-Ansari Law Firm participates in the legal forum on...

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November 02 2022

Legal Updates – April 2021

Mandatory Beneficial Ownership Disclosure, learn more.

February 14 2022

Legal Updates – February 2022

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education aligns the 2022 school year with the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, learn more. Qatar Introduces New Law regarding the Establishment of Investment and Commerce Court, learn more. An Overview Of Public Privat...

December 07 2021

Legal Updates – November 2021

Reshuffling of Qatar’s Cabinet- What should you know, learn more. Qatar Issues a new Law on the Health Care Services, learn more. Qatar Court Update, learn more. New Legal Reform: Qatar Mediation Law, learn more.  The Ministry sets the Maximum Rat...

September 28 2021

Legal Updates – September 2021

Al-Mahakem – Qatar Courts’ New e-Filing System, learn more. Quarantine Restrictions when entering the State of Qatar, learn more. Qatar Tourism issues Regulations regarding Holiday Homes, learn more.

August 15 2021

Legal Updates – August 2021

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Law enacted, learn more. Qatar Issues a Law on the Protection of FIFA’s Intellectual Property Rights, learn more.

August 15 2021

Legal Updates – April 2021

Mandatory Beneficial Ownership Disclosure, learn more.

September 15 2020

Legal Updates – September 2020

Changes to Labour Law & Entry and Exit of Expatriates Law, learn more. New Law on Minimum Wage,learn more.

July 01 2020

Legal Updates – July 2020

Code of Transparency and Conduct of Public Employees, learn more.

June 29 2020

Legal Updates – JUNE 2020

Understanding the Newley Issued Executive Regulations of The Investment of Foreign Capital Law, learn more.

May 21 2020

Legal Updates – MAY 2020

COVID -19 Updates, learn More The Protection of Drawing and Industrial Design, learn more The Qatari Railways, learn more

March 09 2020

Legal Updates – March 2020

A&A Shortlisted for Middle East Legal Award 2020, learn more. Coronavirus and State’s Authority to Protect Public Health from Legal Perspective, learn more. Overview of the Qatari Arbitration Law No. (2) of 2017, learn more.

November 13 2019

Legal Updates – November 2019

National Address Law,  learn more. Arabic Language Law, learn more. Investment of Non- Qatari Capital Law, learn more. Welcome to Al-Ansari & Associates Team, learn more.