Every jurisdiction in the Arab world, covered by AI.

The UAE offers one of the most sophisticated legal systems in the Arab world — combining UAE Federal Civil Code courts with two world-class common law free zones: DIFC and ADGM. Arbitration is deeply embedded in commercial practice through DIAC and DIFC-LCIA.

Saudi Arabia has undergone sweeping legal reforms under Vision 2030 — introducing specialized commercial courts, a modernised arbitration law, and new corporate and investment regulations. The SCCA has become one of the region's fastest-growing arbitration institutions.

Qatar operates a dual legal system — civil law courts for onshore matters and QFC Courts (English law) for Qatar Financial Centre disputes. QICCA is Qatar's primary arbitration center and a key seat for energy and infrastructure arbitration.

Kuwait operates under a civil law system influenced by Egyptian and French law. The Court of Cassation is the final appellate level. Arbitration disputes commonly arise in construction, oil & gas, and agency termination.

Bahrain is a leading financial and arbitration hub in the Gulf. The BCDR-AAA initiative with the American Arbitration Association brings world-class international arbitration rules to the region.

Oman's legal system is based on Islamic law and civil law principles. The Omani Commercial Arbitration Law (Royal Decree No. 47/1997) governs arbitration. Construction and energy disputes are the most common arbitration matters.

Egypt has one of the most developed legal systems in the Arab world, influencing civil codes across the region. CRCICA — established in 1979 — is the oldest and most recognised arbitration institution in Africa and the Middle East.

Iraqi law is built on the Egyptian (Sanhuri) civil code model, with local amendments. Commercial arbitration has grown alongside major oil & gas and reconstruction projects, with parties increasingly using regional seats such as Paris, London, and Cairo alongside domestic institutions.