Oman Legal Tech Summit 2026 is a premier two-day conference and exhibition held on February 9th and 10th, 2026, at the Sheraton in Muscat. Under the patronage of Honourable Salim Muslem Ali Qatan, Vice Chairperson of the Sultanate of Oman State Council, the event is organized by The Future Event, aiming to align with Oman's Vision 2040 by reshaping legal services and operations in the digital age.
The summit covers a range of topics including Legal AI, RegTech, Compliance Tech, E-invoicing & E-Signatures, KYC, and AML. Attendees will explore the future of Oman's legal technology ecosystem, latest trends, and best practices to enhance law firms and legal businesses in the country.
Participants can expect networking opportunities, an expo hall featuring over 30 solution providers, and sessions led by more than 50 speakers. Notable speakers include Said Salam al Amri, Assistant General Manager for Justice Affairs at the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, and Antoine Kanaan, Founder & CEO of HAQQ Legal AI.
The event is designed for policymakers, legal professionals, regulators, compliance professionals, innovators, and thought leaders seeking to connect, learn, generate business leads, and drive transformation in the legal sector.
Speakers(26)
Abdullah Alharthy
Head of Legal Department at ahlibank
Abdullah Alharthy is the Head of Legal at ahlibank, with over 15 years of experience in banking, litigation, corporate, labor, and criminal law. He leads legal functions and manages complex disputes.
Alaa Nizam
Legal Advisor at Zoomlion Heavy Industry - Oman Subsidiary
Alaa Nizam is a seasoned legal professional with over 15 years of experience in corporate law and litigation. As Legal Advisor to Zoomlion Heavy Industry’s Oman subsidiary, he oversees commercial contracts, litigation, and legal compliance.
Alex Rosenrauch
Director at PwC Middle East
Alex Rosenrauch is a Director at PwC Middle East, specializing in legal technology and innovation. He co-presents workshops on building tech-enabled legal departments.
Antoine Kanaan
Founder & CEO at HAQQ Legal AI
Antoine Kanaan is the Founder and CEO of HAQQ Legal AI, a rapidly growing legal technology platform with over 5,000 active firms and 18,500 monthly active users across 80+ countries. HAQQ Legal AI standardizes and accelerates legal work end-to-end, including drafting, review, research, and matter execution.
Dr. Abdalla Sulaiman Alhammadi
Chief Innovation Officer & Strategy Director at Ministry of Justice – UAE
Dr. Abdalla Sulaiman Alhammadi is the Director of Strategy and Future, as well as the Chief Innovation Officer at the Ministry of Justice. He leads strategic planning, innovation initiatives, and performance enhancement programs within the public sector.
Dr. Jihad Rashid Al Wahshi
Senior Advisor at Office of His Highness the Governor of Dhofar
Dr. Jihad Rashid Al Wahshi is a Senior Advisor to His Highness the Governor of Dhofar, recognized for his expertise in legal and governmental affairs. He has contributed significantly to policy development and strategic initiatives at the national level.
Dr. Mohammed Abdallah Said Al Jahwari
Senior Legal Researcher at Supreme Judicial Council
Dr. Mohammed Abdallah Said Al Jahwari is a Senior Legal Researcher at the Supreme Judicial Council of Oman and a Visiting Professor of Public Law. With over 24 years of experience, he specializes in constitutional and administrative law, judicial systems, and public administration.
Dr. Saud Al Farsi
Senior Advisor at Office of His Highness the Governor of Dhofar
Dr. Saud Al Farsi is a Senior Advisor to His Highness the Governor of Dhofar and a nationally recognized transformational leader with more than 23 years of experience across legal, governmental, and strategic domains. He is known for leading major transformation initiatives and shaping public policy.
Francis Nolan
Senior Manager at PwC Middle East
Francis Nolan is a Senior Manager at PwC Middle East, focusing on legal technology and operational transformation. He co-presents workshops on future-ready legal departments.
Ibrahim Abdullah Al Maamari
AGM – Chief Compliance Officer at Alizz Islamic Bank
Ibrahim Abdullah Al Maamari is the AGM – Chief Compliance Officer at Alizz Islamic Bank, with over 24 years of experience in banking and financial sectors. He is recognized for his expertise in compliance, regulatory frameworks, and anti-money laundering strategies.
Jeanette Makhoul
General Counsel and Board Secretary at Sustainable Development Investment Company SAOC
Jeanette Makhoul serves as the General Counsel and Board Secretary of Sustainable Development Investment Company SAOC, specializing in construction law and advising on large-scale, multi-stakeholder developments.
Jonathan Williams
Barrister at Legora
Jonathan Williams is a barrister and former Crown Prosecutor with extensive international legal experience in litigation, arbitration, and legal operations. He has worked in London and Paris, specializing in international arbitration and advising on legal technology adoption.
Khalid Al Balushi
Chief Corporate Officer at Oman Reinsurance Company SAOG (Oman Re)
Khalid Al Balushi is the Chief Corporate Officer at Oman Reinsurance Company SAOG. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Sultan Qaboos University and a Master’s degree in International Commercial Law from Bournemouth University, UK, with over a decade of experience in Oman’s insurance sector.
Lara Salem
Head of Content Strategy, MENA at LexisNexis
Lara Salem is the Head of Content Strategy for MENA at LexisNexis, with over 17 years of experience in digital publishing and legal content strategy across the region.
Mariane Tanios
Senior Associate at PwC Middle East
Mariane Tanios is a Senior Associate at PwC Middle East, with expertise in legal technology and strategy. She co-presents workshops on tech-enabled legal functions.
Mona Al-Shanfari
Senior Manager for Strategy & Transformation at National Bank of Oman
Mona Al-Shanfari is a Senior Manager for Strategy & Transformation at the National Bank of Oman, with extensive experience in driving organizational transformation and strategic initiatives in the banking sector.
Mosab Alkhonaini
Founder & Managing Partner at Moltazim
Mosab Alkhonaini is the Founder and Managing Partner of Moltazim, Saudi Arabia’s first home-grown RegTech company, delivering advanced GRC, compliance, and control function solutions across diverse industries.
Nasser Al Khusaibi
Head of Legal Advisory at Bank Dhofar SAOG
Nasser Al Khusaibi is the Head of the Legal Advisory Unit at Bank Dhofar SAOG, specializing in contracts and providing expert legal guidance across corporate finance, restructuring, digital transformation, and compliance.
Olivier Van Borsel
Co-Founder and CEO at Corporify
Olivier Van Borsel is the Co-Founder and CEO of Corporify, and a former corporate lawyer specializing in corporate law, M&A, private equity, and venture capital. He is passionate about modernizing corporate governance and legal operations through technology.
Puneet Parihar
Group General Counsel at Al Tasnim Enterprises LLC
Puneet Parihar is the Group General Counsel at Al Tasnim Enterprises LLC, specializing in regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and investment transactions. He leads the legal and compliance teams to ensure seamless operations and strategic alignment.
Reem Al Rawahi
Head of Legal Department at ahlibank
Reem Al Rawahi is the Head of Legal Department at ahlibank, with over 15 years of experience in banking, litigation, corporate, labor, and criminal law. She leads legal functions and manages complex disputes.
Said Salam al Amri
Assistant General Manager for Justice Affairs at Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs
Said Salam al Amri is a senior legal professional with extensive experience in legal and judicial affairs, holding key leadership roles within Oman’s justice sector. He currently serves as Chair of the Committee for Training and Qualification of Lawyers at the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, leading national initiatives aimed at developing legal talent and strengthening professional frameworks.
Shamsa Alhadi
Chief Compliance Officer and MLRO at Standard Chartered Bank
Shamsa Alhadi is the Chief Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer at Standard Chartered Bank Oman, with over 15 years of experience in regulatory compliance, AML, financial crime, and internal audit.
Thomas Forsch
Partner & Head of the Continental European Legal Services Desk at Hussain Altoubi Law Firm (HATLF)
Thomas Forsch is a German- and French-qualified business lawyer with over 25 years of international experience across private practice and senior in-house roles in Europe, the Levant, and the GCC.
Zahraa Al Lawati
Head of Legal Operations at Melento
Zahraa Al Lawati is the Head of Legal Operations at Melento, specializing in technology, commercial contracting, and legal operations. She is recognized for building systems, mentoring teams, and driving operational excellence.
Zahraa Al-Habib
Legal Operations Manager at Melento
Zahraa Al-Habib is the Legal Operations Manager at Melento, specializing in integrating technology into legal processes to enhance efficiency and compliance. She has a strong background in legal tech and operations.
Event Details
- Date
- November 15, 2026
- Location
- 🇴🇲 Muscat, Oman
- Sheraton, Muscat
- Audience
- Policymakers, legal professionals, regulators, compliance professionals, innovators, thought leaders
- Attendees
- 500+ delegates
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