Leadership is not about shortcuts – building something meaningful takes time, trust and the right values.

Asim Iqbal

Published on February 06 , 2026

In this episode ofΒ π˜™π˜¦π˜’π˜­Β π˜›π˜’π˜­π˜¬Β π˜‹π˜Άπ˜£π˜’π˜ͺ, CVML’s Managing Partner,Β Charbel DerSahakian, shares reflections on the journey of building and leading a law firm in the UAE, a fast-moving and competitive market, and how experience, judgment and values shape how we lead, grow and operate today.

The conversation speaks to the importance of long-term thinking, adaptability, strong relationships and culture – all critical elements to delivering trusted advice to clients and creating an environment where people feel valued and can do their best work.

At CVML, our ambition is clear and deliberate: to build a firm known for integrity, consistency and collaboration – one that clients rely on, referral partners respect and talented lawyers choose because they want to be part of something growing with purpose.