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The firm supports its client-base with advice on a variety of regulatory and other matters related to governmental institutions and agencies to facilitate and effectuate business and investment in Palestine. The Palestinian market and institutions have been under development since 1994 and as laws and regulations emerge, the firm stays abreast of the changes and often partakes in making the changes. The firm’s extensive involvement in drafting laws enables it to provide its clients with the most accurate and up-to-date information so they can plan accordingly. The firm provides advice on solutions to complex legal and regulatory issues. The firm works closely with clients on procedures related to trade, customs procedures and duties imposed in Palestine.
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It works extensively with the concerned government bodies to develop the legal framework in line with WTO standards for future accession. It has been involved in the establishment and privatization of power and electricity projects. It provides counsel to entities that distribute electricity and purchase power from producers and wholesales. It has extensive experience in the water sector and environmental protection and has advised various Palestinian and international organizations involved in water and environmental issues. The firm has served as legal counsel to entities involved in water-related infrastructure projects including desalination in Gaza and municipal water-related services. It provides advice and prepares the legal documentation to support project finance transactions in water and waste water, telecommunications, energy, transportation, and industrial zone development. The firm represents a number of local and international clients in the technology sector and advises on cyber law, e-commerce, and cross-border data transfers. The firm is involved in the set up of the competition legal regime and works closely with the concerned government agencies. The firm is engagement in preparing and reviewing government contracts and related dispute resolution.
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The firm cover these areas:
- Water and Environment
- TelecommunicationsÂ
- ElectricityÂ
- Consumer Protection
- Industrial Zones and Investment Promotion
- Commercial AgenciesÂ
- CompetitionÂ
- Government Project Finance
- Government Contracts
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