Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Al Arabia Law ("Firm," "we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of our website at www.al-arabia-law.com (the "Website") and any related services.

By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Website.

2. Eligibility

By using this Website, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
• You are not prohibited from accessing or using this Website under applicable laws
• If acting on behalf of an organization, you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms

3. Website Use and Purpose

3.1 Informational Purpose

This Website is provided for general informational purposes about Al Arabia Law and our legal services. The content does not constitute legal advice, and you should not rely on it as such.

3.2 Permitted Use

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms. Permitted uses include:

• Browsing and reading Website content
• Downloading materials for personal reference (where permitted)
• Contacting us through provided communication channels
• Subscribing to newsletters or updates (where available)

3.3 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, servers, or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the Website's operation or security measures
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access the Website without permission
• Copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Website content without authorization
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Collect or harvest information about other users
• Use the Website to send spam, unsolicited communications, or advertisements
• Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the Website

4. No Attorney-Client Relationship

Your use of this Website does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Al Arabia Law. An attorney-client relationship is only established when:

• You and Al Arabia Law have signed a formal written engagement agreement
• Al Arabia Law has expressly agreed in writing to represent you
• Appropriate retainer or fee arrangements have been made

5. Legal Services Engagement

5.1 Separate Agreement Required

If you wish to engage Al Arabia Law for legal services, a separate engagement agreement will be required. That agreement will specify:

• Scope of legal services to be provided
• Fee structure and payment terms
• Responsibilities of both parties
• Confidentiality obligations
• Termination provisions

5.2 Conflict of Interest

Prior to accepting any engagement, Al Arabia Law will conduct conflict of interest checks in accordance with professional rules. We reserve the right to decline representation for any reason, including conflicts of interest.

5.3 Professional Obligations

Al Arabia Law is bound by the professional rules and regulations of the Syrian Bar Association and applicable Syrian law governing legal practice. Any engagement is subject to these professional obligations.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Ownership

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, software, and compilations, is the property of Al Arabia Law or its licensors and is protected by Syrian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Trademarks

"Al Arabia Law," our logo, and other marks displayed on this Website are trademarks of Al Arabia Law. You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission.

6.3 Limited License

Subject to these Terms, you may:

• View and print pages for personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to Website pages

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or republish content without written permission
• Modify or create derivative works from Website content
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices
• Use content for commercial purposes without authorization

7. User Communications

7.1 Inquiries and Submissions

When you contact us through this Website, you agree that:

• Information you provide is accurate and complete
• You will not submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
• You will not submit content that is defamatory, obscene, or illegal
• Submission does not create an attorney-client relationship

7.2 No Confidentiality

Unless a formal attorney-client relationship exists, we have no duty of confidentiality regarding information you submit. Do not send sensitive or confidential information until proper engagement is established.

7.3 Response Not Guaranteed

While we endeavor to respond to inquiries promptly, submission of information does not obligate us to respond or provide services.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

This Website may contain links to third-party websites or references to third-party content. These links are provided for convenience only. Al Arabia Law:

• Does not endorse or approve linked third-party sites
• Is not responsible for third-party content, accuracy, or practices
• Does not guarantee availability of third-party sites
• Is not liable for any damages arising from your use of third-party sites

Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

9. Disclaimers

9.1 "As Is" Basis

THIS WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

9.2 Information Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that Website content is accurate, current, or complete. Syrian law changes frequently, and information may become outdated. You must independently verify all information before relying on it.

9.3 No Professional Advice

Nothing on this Website constitutes legal, tax, financial, or other professional advice. Content is for general information only and should not substitute consultation with qualified professionals.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY SYRIAN LAW:

• Al Arabia Law, its partners, associates, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of this Website
• This includes, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, data, business opportunities, or goodwill
• This limitation applies regardless of legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise)
• This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Al Arabia Law, its partners, associates, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of this Website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content or information you submit through this Website

12. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using this Website, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy.

13. Website Availability and Modifications

13.1 Availability

We do not guarantee that this Website will be available at all times. We may suspend, withdraw, or restrict availability of all or any part of the Website for business or operational reasons without notice.

13.2 Content Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove any Website content at any time without notice. We are not obligated to update content or correct any errors or omissions.

13.3 Terms Modifications

We may modify these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on this Website. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

14. Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Terminate or suspend your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason
• Block access from specific IP addresses or regions
• Take any action we deem necessary to protect the Website or our interests

Upon termination, your right to use the Website immediately ceases. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and any disputes arising from or relating to them or your use of this Website shall be:

• Governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Syrian Arab Republic
• Subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Damascus, Syria

You irrevocably submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue in such courts.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction:

• That provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable
• If modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed from these Terms
• The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect

17. Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Al Arabia Law regarding your use of this Website, superseding any prior agreements or communications.

If you engage our legal services, a separate engagement agreement will govern that relationship and shall take precedence over these Terms to the extent of any conflict regarding the provision of legal services.

19. Language

These Terms are drafted in English. If these Terms are translated into any other language and there is a conflict between the English version and the translated version, the English version shall prevail.