Institution Quraysh for Law & Policy (iQ) is a transnational legal consulting firm with bases in Doha, Jeddah, and London. At its core, iQ is a dynamic think-tank, established, in the words of its founder Malik Dahlan, to provide a “distinctive and collective consulting solution in the Middle East”. As the only top-tier legal service provider of its kind with Gulf and international law practices, iQ is advantageously placed to offer specific advice on legal matters in the Arab World, Europe, and the U.S.A.  iQ’s expertise spans both the private and public sectors, helping leading corporations create and sustain competitive advantage, and assisting governments and public entities in achieving their regional and global objectives. 

The Concept of the Practice

iQ focuses on supporting developments and decision makers in the Arab World by offering an unparalleled grasp of the region's laws, politics, culture, and economics, with a special focus on the emerging economies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Fostered from intuitive partnerships and joint ventures with more than 50 years of combined experience, iQ has a unique capacity to analyse and advise on the key legal, political, and economic sectors within the region.

An uncompromising emphasis on prudence and the highest standard of ethics permeates all aspects of iQ’s work – where there is a bar by which to be judged, iQ will always seek to hold itself to an even higher standard. In all its dealings, iQ is engaged in a constant pursuit of excellence, maintaining a tradition of honesty, integrity, and commitment towards complete client satisfaction. 

Local Expertise – Global Reach

In addition to its intimate familiarity with the Arab World, iQ’s work extends to England and the U.S.A. Its London team at Quraysh Limited includes renowned former members of the English judiciary and leading members of the legal profession in England. This, coupled with its affiliation relationship on both sides of the Atlantic with Covington & Burling LLP, equips iQ with even greater international knowledge and capacity, further expanding the bounds of its global service provision.

Possessing a keen awareness of different cultural traits and legal traditions, iQ’s ethos has always been to work together with others to promote the greater good. As such, iQ’s own International Advisory Council of world renowned experts enhances its capability to provide advice across a range of issues. By utilising the knowledge and experience of specialists from multiple legal jurisdictions, iQ seeks to bridge differences through a comprehensive legal tradition, strategically connecting people, institutions, firms, and organisations.

Using the latest technology throughout its international offices and network of affiliates, iQ ensures the most effective management and transfer of information and know-how. This facilitates communication and document production with all iQ offices, delivering advice to clients wherever they are in the world.

Doing Business in the Middle East

The Middle East is unlike any other place in the world. While evolving to reflect new realities, the region’s business culture is still rooted in tradition. Great emphasis is placed on cultural sensitivities and social relationships, transforming even the simplest of transactions into an elaborate ritual of understanding and compromise. iQ understands the priorities and goals of governments and major entities of the region, and the importance of connections and internal politics that are involved in conducting transactions and developing business. iQ has advised on major international and cross-border transactions in the Middle East, made possible through carefully structured relationships, both locally and internationally.

Furthermore, iQ is closely attuned to the changes taking place at various levels of the corporate sector in the region, an understanding reflecting in its tailor-made services. With the decision-making processes of the Middle East changing rapidly through new government policies, deregulation, corporate restructuring, and shifting public attitudes, a strategic partnership with regional experts is essential to actively and positively shape future success.

iQ stands out in this unique environment as the provider of choice to aid companies, organisations, and governments in the most complex and demanding of legal, policy, and business affairs. With headquarters in the Arabian Peninsula, a European base in London, and affiliations with U.K., U.S., and other international law firms, iQ offers a truly transnational approach to the delivery of legal and consulting services.