jckeep, I dont know if justifying hitting someone with a hole punch just because he is an A-hole will stand up much in court. If this was the case I would clobber about 5 co-workers daily. You can be charged for giving someone the finger here, so I can only imagine what you will get for physical assault.

Pro bono work is also not common here, and the average hourly fee for a decent lawyer here in Qatar ranges from 800 QR per hour up to 1600 QR per hour, and lawyers log every second, even if you call them to ask them anything.

Good luck with your case....

"Diplomacy is the art of saying 'Nice doggie' until you can find a rock - Will Rogers"