The Bespoke Global Legal & Intellectual Property (IP) Summit 2026 Dubai Edition is a premier international forum dedicated to advancing excellence in legal practice and intellectual property management. Organized by Bespoke Global Legal Summits (BGLS), this event brings together over 250 distinguished experts, arbitrators, litigators, in-house counsel, policymakers, and industry leaders to address emerging challenges and opportunities within the evolving legal landscape.
The summit features comprehensive discussions on cutting-edge legal technologies, cross-border dispute resolution, and strategic IP protection. Key sessions include topics such as patent challenges in a fast-evolving tech world, litigation funding and third-party finance trends, AI and IP ownership rights, managing litigation risk in global supply chains, and arbitrating disputes involving crypto, blockchain, and digital assets.
Attendees will benefit from networking opportunities with industry leaders, access to an expo hall showcasing the latest legal technologies, and insights from notable speakers like Matthew Nobles, Director of Sustainability Accounting & Controllership at GE Vernova. The event also offers interactive sessions designed to foster collaboration and professional development among global legal and IP professionals.
This summit is ideal for legal practitioners, firm leaders, corporate legal leaders, business and corporate strategy leaders, academics, and researchers. Participants will gain valuable insights into strategies shaping the future trajectory of law and intellectual property, making it a must-attend event for those aiming to stay at the forefront of the global legal and IP ecosystem.
Speakers(38)
Abdelghani Alhijawi
Head - Enterprise Technology Department at Dewan Architects & Engineers, UAE
Abdelghani Alhijawi leads the Enterprise Technology Department at Dewan Architects & Engineers in the UAE.
Abdul Azeem
Head of Legal Department at Rayan Engineering Consulting, UAE
Abdul Azeem leads the legal department at Rayan Engineering Consulting in the UAE.
Aben Pagar
Technology Director at Eversheds Sutherland, UAE
Aben Pagar is the Technology Director at Eversheds Sutherland in the UAE, leading technological initiatives.
Ahmed Nagy
Senior Legal Counsel at Emirates Islamic Bank PJSC, UAE
Ahmed Nagy serves as Senior Legal Counsel at Emirates Islamic Bank PJSC in the UAE.
Ahmed Zaki
Senior Vice President - Legal Affairs at Al Hamra, UAE
Ahmed Zaki is the Senior Vice President of Legal Affairs at Al Hamra in the UAE.
Alok Kumar Aggarwal
Partner – Compliance & Advisory at UHY James
Alok Kumar Aggarwal is a Partner at UHY James, specializing in compliance and advisory services.
Andrea Sesin-Tabarelli
Legal Manager at Midis Group
Andrea Sesin-Tabarelli serves as the Legal Manager at Midis Group, overseeing legal operations and compliance.
Beatriz Ruiz-Beato
Head of Global Data Privacy at NEC Corporation
Beatriz Ruiz-Beato leads global data privacy initiatives at NEC Corporation.
CS Priyanka
Director-IPR at Triumph Legalworld Pvt. Ltd. (OPC), India
CS Priyanka is the Director of IPR at Triumph Legalworld Pvt. Ltd. (OPC) in India, focusing on intellectual property rights.
Charles Shaban
Chief Representative Officer, MENA at INTA
Charles Shaban represents INTA in the MENA region, focusing on intellectual property advocacy.
Chinar Jethwani
Company Secretary (Global Compliance & Legal Affairs) at VARUN BEVERAGES LIMITED
Chinar Jethwani oversees global compliance and legal affairs as Company Secretary at VARUN BEVERAGES LIMITED.
Dr. Amr Eldakak
Principal | USPTO Registered Agent | Board Member | Molecular Microbiologist at Amr Eldakak IP firm
Dr. Amr Eldakak is a Principal and USPTO Registered Agent at Amr Eldakak IP firm, specializing in intellectual property.
Dr. Lalit Bhasin
President at Society of Indian Law Firms
Dr. Lalit Bhasin serves as the President of the Society of Indian Law Firms, promoting legal excellence in India.
Dr. Shamini K Ragavan
Associate Professor; Legal Adviser at Department of Education And Knowledge - ADEK, UAE
Dr. Shamini K Ragavan serves as an Associate Professor and Legal Adviser at ADEK in the UAE.
Dr. Thouraya Mathlouthi
Group Legal Director Data privacy and protection at e&, UAE
Dr. Thouraya Mathlouthi oversees data privacy and protection as Group Legal Director at e& in the UAE.
Georges Abi Saab
General Counsel at Ooredoo Group, Qatar
Georges Abi Saab serves as General Counsel at Ooredoo Group in Qatar.
Karim El Helaly
Legal Director at Help AG, an e& enterprise company, UAE
Karim El Helaly serves as the Legal Director at Help AG, overseeing legal operations.
Lalu Pillai
Senior Trade Compliance Manager at Trane Technologies
Lalu Pillai manages trade compliance at Trane Technologies, ensuring adherence to international trade regulations.
Matthew Nobles
Director of Sustainability Accounting & Controllership at GE Vernova
Matthew Nobles leads GE Vernova's global sustainability accounting and controllership function, building governance and reporting frameworks aligned with evolving international standards.
Mohammed Noaman
General Counsel Europe, Middle East and Africa - Focal Point at GE Vernova, UAE
Mohammed Noaman is the General Counsel for Europe, Middle East, and Africa at GE Vernova.
Mostafa Hussein
Senior Legal Counsel at Emirates Islamic
Mostafa Hussein is the Senior Legal Counsel at Emirates Islamic, overseeing legal matters and compliance.
Muhammad Waqar Aslam
AIOps Manager at Dewan Architects & Engineers, UAE
Muhammad Waqar Aslam manages AI operations at Dewan Architects & Engineers in the UAE.
Nishi Shabana
Founding Partner at LUME LEGAL, India
Nishi Shabana is the Founding Partner of LUME LEGAL in India, providing legal expertise and services.
Okan K0c40b1z0c40b1l0c40b1rmak
Regional Director at Aksa Power Generation, UAE
Okan K0c40b1z0c40b1l0c40b1rmak serves as the Regional Director at Aksa Power Generation in the UAE.
Okan Kızılırmak
Regional Director at Aksa Power Generation, UAE
Okan Kızılırmak is the Regional Director at Aksa Power Generation in the UAE, overseeing regional operations.
Osama El-Masry
Middle East Practice Lead - Data Responsibility & Privacy at Cognizant, UAE
Osama El-Masry leads data responsibility and privacy practices in the Middle East for Cognizant.
Prantap Kalra
General Counsel and Compliance Officer at JCB India Ltd., India
Prantap Kalra is the General Counsel and Compliance Officer at JCB India Ltd.
RRajesh (RAAJ) Jagaasiia
Managing Partner at Right Just-Is Lawyers And Consultants FZC LLC, UAE
RRajesh (RAAJ) Jagaasiia is the Managing Partner at Right Just-Is Lawyers And Consultants FZC LLC in the UAE.
Richard Chudzynski
Partner at Eversheds Sutherland, UAE
Richard Chudzynski is a Partner at Eversheds Sutherland in the UAE, specializing in legal advisory services.
Richard Milchior
Of Counsel at Herald (anciennement Granrut), France
Richard Milchior is Of Counsel at Herald in France, specializing in legal advisory services.
Ruchi Agnihotri
Counsel at DSK Legal, India
Ruchi Agnihotri serves as Counsel at DSK Legal in India, providing legal advisory services.
Sabrine Makkes
Founder and Chair at Women In Mentoring (WIM)
Sabrine Makkes is the Founder and Chair of Women In Mentoring (WIM), promoting mentorship and leadership among women.
Sanaz Javadi Farahzadi
IP Attache9 MENA Region & Pakistan at UK Intellectual Property Office
Sanaz Javadi Farahzadi serves as the IP Attach0e9 for the MENA Region & Pakistan at the UK Intellectual Property Office.
Sergey Konov
Regional Compliance & Integrity Officer IMETA at Boehringer Ingelheim UAE
Sergey Konov oversees compliance and integrity for the IMETA region at Boehringer Ingelheim UAE.
Shaima Al Sayed
Managing Director at TSGG FZC, UAE
Shaima Al Sayed is the Managing Director at TSGG FZC in the UAE.
Shireen Kapoor
Founder at ASK Consultancy
Shireen Kapoor is the founder of ASK Consultancy, providing expert legal and advisory services.
Srijit Mukherjee
Group General Counsel at Node4, India
Srijit Mukherjee is the Group General Counsel at Node4 in India.
Vijay Ojha
Group Company Secretary at Sharaf Group, Dubai
Vijay Ojha is the Group Company Secretary at Sharaf Group in Dubai, overseeing corporate governance.
Event Details
- Date
- September 30 - October 1, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
- Pricing
- $599 - $1,999
- Audience
- Legal practitioners, firm leaders, corporate legal leaders, business and corporate strategy leaders, academics, and researchers
- Attendees
- 250+
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