Sentient International Partners with THE LAW to Expand Middle Eastern Reach

We are delighted to announce our strategic partnership with THE LAW for their prestigious Finest Awards Night to be held on 17th October 2025 at the historic El Qubba Presidential Palace in Cairo.

Attended by leading lawyers, judges, policymakers, and senior counsel, the event honours excellence across Egypt’s legal profession, but for Sentient International, it marks a broader opportunity: to strengthen our engagement with the Middle East’s dynamic client and advisor community.

In addition to attending the Awards, we will host a series of meetings with advisors and intermediaries across Cairo, building collaborative relationships and exploring opportunities to deliver bespoke solutions to clients in the region for the purpose of estate and succession planning, luxury asset protection, navigating forced heirship rules, long-term wealth preservation and structuring cross-border transactions.

Commenting on the new partnership, Head of New Business at Sentient International, Lesley-Anne Walker, said:

“As global wealth continues to expand and diversify, families and corporates across the Middle East are increasingly seeking secure, sophisticated, and forward-looking jurisdictions to safeguard assets, manage succession, and structure international transactions.

“With offices in the Isle of Man and Malta, this partnership allows us to bring together the best of both jurisdictions – the Isle of Man’s reputation for stability and innovation, and Malta’s EU advantages and accessibility – to international markets, including the Middle East.

“Our partnership with THE LAW reflects not only our commitment to the Middle East but also our belief in the importance of collaboration. Lawyers and advisors are often at the forefront of guiding families and corporates, and it is through strong partnerships that we can deliver real value. Working with THE LAW, we look forward to working alongside advisors in the Middle East, to deliver integrated, strategic solutions that protect assets, preserve wealth, and support business for generations to come.”

Ziad Ali, Founder and CEO, THE LAW said:

“At THE LAW, our mission has always been to bridge communities by connecting legal expertise with the evolving needs of business and society. This partnership with Sentient International embodies that vision.

“As the region’s investment landscape becomes increasingly global, access to trusted jurisdictions such as the Isle of Man and Malta is essential. Together, we are creating pathways that enable Middle Eastern advisors, families, and corporates to engage confidently with world-class structuring solutions and governance frameworks.

“What makes this collaboration so meaningful is that it is not just about services but about relationships, trust, and the exchange of knowledge. We are proud to stand alongside Sentient International in advancing a more connected, transparent, and sophisticated ecosystem for cross-border legal and business excellence.”

Founded in 2015, THE LAW set out as the region’s first English-language publication dedicated to law and legal community affairs. What began as a pioneering magazine has since grown into a multifaceted platform that connects, empowers, and celebrates the legal profession.

Over the years, THE LAW has evolved with a clear mission: to revolutionise the legal industry and unlock its full potential. Today, it offers a range of services and initiatives that bring together top leaders, foster collaboration, and bridge the gap between legal professionals and wider society.

Through this work, THE LAW continues to empower the legal community and contribute to the advancement of legal practice across the region.

Attending the Awards on behalf of Sentient International will be Paul Murtagh (Director) and Jake Murtagh (Client Services).

Commenting on their upcoming trip, Jake said:

“Our trip is not only about celebrating excellence in law, but also about creating opportunities to connect with clients, advisors, and partners who share our commitment to building structures that last. We are looking forward to making new connections and strengthening existing ones during our time in Cairo, and of course attending THE LAW’s prestigious Awards Night.”

Paul added:

“By combining expertise with collaboration, Sentient International is positioning both the Isle of Man and Malta as jurisdictions of choice for UHNWIs, family offices, corporates, and their advisors in the Middle East.

“We are proud to play a role in connecting the three regions and their dynamic markets, and to be doing so through our valued partnership with THE LAW.”