Please join Covington and MEACA for
Managing Compliance Risk Through the Deal Lifecycle: Practical Considerations for Effective Due Diligence
MEACA and
Covington invite you to join us in Dubai on 25 November for a discussion on the role of due diligence in identifying and managing compliance risks in the early stages of transactions, joint ventures, and commercial agreements. This session will be the first in a three-part series exploring practical approaches to managing compliance risk throughout the deal lifecycle.
The session will feature
Ben Haley, Head of Covington's White Collar and Anti-Corruption Practice in the Middle East and Africa, and
Haykel Hajjaji, Partner in Covington's Corporate Practice. They will be joined by special guest
Brett Hattaway, Vice President and Head of Legal MENA at DHL, who will share practical insights from an in-house perspective.Our speakers will discuss how companies can identify and address key compliance risks before and during the due diligence process, helping to mitigate potential issues, preserve deal value, and avoid delays. Through a series of practical case studies, they will explore common compliance challenges and share practical strategies for managing compliance challenges and keeping transactions on track.
Following the discussion, we hope you will join us for a networking reception at The Lana's Veranda Garden Bar, providing an opportunity to continue the conversation with fellow legal, compliance, and business leaders.
This event is closed to the press and to professionals from other law firms.
Date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026
Time: 7 p.m. - Registration / 7:30 p.m. - Program / 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. - Networking Reception
Location: The Lana - Dorchester Collection, Marasi Drive, Business Bay, Dubai
