Dubai, the 4th of February 2025 – Following the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Saint Joseph University Dubai and the DIFC Courts, the Rector of Saint Joseph University, Professor Salim Daccache, paid a courtesy visit to the DIFC Courts to express gratitude for their collaboration.

During the visit, the Rector conveyed appreciation for the ongoing cooperation between the two institutions, highlighting the pivotal role the DIFC Courts play in fostering legal education and bridging the gap between academia and practice.

“The signing of the MoU marked an important milestone in our partnership with the DIFC Courts, and this visit reaffirms our commitment to building a long-term relationship based on shared values of excellence and innovation in legal education and practice,” said Professor Salim Daccache, Rector of Saint Joseph University Dubai.

The DIFC Courts team, led by His Excellency Justice Ali Al Madhani, Deputy Chief Justice of the DIFC Courts, expressed their enthusiasm for this collaboration and reiterated their commitment to supporting initiatives that enhance the knowledge and skills of future legal professionals.

H.E. Justice Ali Al Madhani, Deputy Chief Justice, DIFC Courts, said: “Providing real-world work experience and sharing practical knowledge with universities and students is part of our mandate to contribute to the building of our society’s next generation of legal professionals. We are delighted to welcome Professor Salim Daccache and his team from Saint Joseph University and look forward to taking our agreed action points forward in 2025 and beyond.”

This partnership is expected to open doors to impactful projects that will benefit the legal community, contributing to the development of a robust and sustainable legal sector in the UAE.