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Jun 18, 2026 9:30 AM -To- Jun 18, 2026 12:00 PM

DFSA Governance & Senior Management Responsibilities (DFSA Rulebook Update Series 2026)

In association with Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), DWF

DFSA Governance & Senior Management Responsibilities is the sixth and final session of the DFSA Rulebook Update Series 2026: What Firms Need to Implement, providing a practical and structured deep dive into the DFSA’s enhanced expectations for Boards, Senior Executive Officers (SEOs), Senior Management, and Control Functions. This session translates governance reforms into clear operational actions – covering accountability frameworks, responsibility mapping, management information (MI), oversight, escalation, and regulatory attestations – to help DIFC firms strengthen governance effectiveness and meet heightened supervisory scrutiny.

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Event 14 July 2026

Qualifying as a Solicitor in England and…

Join us for a timely webinar exploring the route to qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales, with a special focus on the growing interest around exemptions for Dubai Advocates and other qualified legal professionals in the region. As international qualification pathways continue to attract attention, this session will provide practical guidance for those looking to better understand the process, requirements, and considerations involved.

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Event 17 June 2026

Leading at the Threshold-A Leadership…

Leading at the Threshold is an immersive executive leadership experience designed for senior leaders and CXOs navigating continuing uncertainty and pressure. Delivered in partnership with Thunderbird School of Global Management, Arizona State University, this complimentary in-person session with Prof. David Slocum will explore how leaders can address anxiety, build anti-fragile organizations, accelerate decisive sense making, and create clearer positions in turbulent environments.

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Event 20 May 2026

Women in Law Event

In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026 (#GiveToGain), we are proud to present a special gathering dedicated to recognizing and empowering women in the legal profession. This event brings together leading voices from the legal community for a morning of meaningful dialogue, shared experiences, and practical insights. Designed to highlight the journeys of women in law, the session explores key challenges, opportunities for advancement, and pathways to stronger professional well‑being.

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  • "We partnered with the DIFC Academy because we had a shared vision for enhancing knowledge, raising the bar, raising standards when it comes to ethics, when it comes to practice and legal education training so there’s a natural synergy there. Lexis Nexis wanted to give students access to the best information sources and to enable them to be critical thinkers."

    Hussain Hadi

    Director, Lexis Nexis Middle East

  • "When I was selected for the scholarship programme I was so happy and my family is very proud of me. This scholarship will help me take away the financial burden I have."

    Khalid Hassan Mohammed

    Law Student, Ajman University of Science & Technology

  • "The DIFC Academy has been BARBRI’s trusted partner in the Gulf Coast Countries since 2015. The DIFC Academy offers a world-class learning environment and invaluable guidance in the region. BARBRI recognises that the DIFC Academy plays an integral part in our ability to offer industry leading legal education to the GCC legal community. Long may it continue."

    Claire Flores, Esq

    Head of International Business Development, BARBRI GLOBAL

  • "As a founding academic partner of the DIFC Academy, City, University of London has, since 2007, seen the Academy grow from strength to strength. The University greatly values its relationship with the Academy and is proud of the cooperation that has enabled so many professionals from both the DIFC community itself and the wider region to accelerate their careers through the University’s world-leading academic programmes."

    Dr. Kevin Dunseath

    Director, City’s Dubai Centr