Women, particularly at the head of legal departments in the Middle East, symbolize and serve a very important practical role. Such an appointment sends strong signals toward equality and empowerment in a region where gender roles have been defined in rather rigid terms. It challenges the age-old norms in society by showing women capable of doing what is perceived to be a position that requires expertise, leadership qualities, and decision-making.Women leaders in the legal sector bring on board diversity, which could result in more comprehensive and nuanced decision-making. Their unique experiences aid in fashioning inclusive policies that answer the needs and rights of all segments of society. Considering that, in the Middle East, the legal frameworks most often bear very strong relations with the cultural and religious traditions, a woman's view will give insight into how laws affect different genders and therefore foster fairness and justice.

Beyond that, such women become role models and motivate younger generations of women to practice law or follow careers in leadership. Being in prominent positions, they help break such stereotypes that sometimes discourage women from seeking these professions. This can lead to an increase in female participation in the workforce, thus enhancing economic and social development in this region. Finally, women's leadership within legal departments coincides with global trends toward diversity and inclusion; it enhances the reputation of organizations and countries within the international community. It is a strong signal of one's values and can genuinely improve relations with international partners for whom gender equality is of high priority.

In this issue, the Women Entrepreneurs Review magazine brings a list of ‘Top 10 Women Head of Legal From the Middle East - 2024', who are domineers of change in the corporate realm of the country. This list of ten leading and inspiring women is crafted by a team of CEOs, VCs, and the editorial board, delivering inspiring stories of their journey and the contributions & roles played by them in the creation and empowerment of an economically powerful nation.