After attending this session, attendees will be able to:

• Demonstrate a broad understanding of the DIFC Companies Law
• Recognise who the law applies to and the effects of contravention
• Describe the detailed process of establishing DIFC Company
• Explain how companies can ensure they are meeting the various obligations of DIFC Companies under the Law
• Describe the intrinsic role of the Company Secretary within the firm’s framework
• Appreciate the corporate governance responsibilities of the entity and the role of the company secretary in relation to governance and ethics
• Understand the obligations under the DIFC Companies Law.