AHMED BELAL
Dubai
Summary
Highly qualified lawyer and seasoned legal advisor with extensive expertise in advanced administrative processes and corporate law. Proven ability to cultivate trusted relationships through exceptional communication skills, ensuring client needs are exceeded. Demonstrated proficiency in managing diverse cases, drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting thorough legal research, and preparing comprehensive legal briefs and memorandums. Specialized knowledge in Free Zone Regulations (JAFZA, DIFC, DMCC), company formation, compliance, and legislative alignment with UAE federal and local laws enhances the capacity to deliver effective legal solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Legal Counsel
Consolidted Shipping Services LLC
09.2023 - Current
- Researched, analyzed and interpreted complex legal issues to provide accurate legal advice to senior management
- Researched and identified key legal issues in a case, allowing for a successful legal argument.
- Handling all kinds of cases specially (commercial cases). Reporting to the general manager
- Drafting and reviewing all kinds of agreements Provides legal advice and support to the business under umbrella of my company policies.
- Negotiating and closing settlements proposals in company favor Responsible for litigation disputes coordination between company branches, outsources law firms and customers in UAE and aboard Provide advice to keep company compliance with all applicable international and domestic laws, rules and regulations.
- Provide advice to keep company compliance with all applicable international and domestic laws, rules and regulations.
- Provided legal advice and compliance guidance related to Free Zone Regulations, including company formation, investment structures, and contract enforcement within JAFZA and other free zones.
- Led the drafting and review of legislation, policies, and agreements, ensuring consistency with UAE federal and local laws and international standards.
- Advised on corporate governance and compliance matters, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated various contracts to mitigate legal risks for business operations.
Senior Legal Counsel
Manar Al Khaleej Holding
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Handling all kinds of cases specially (commercial cases). Reporting to the legal manager Drafting and reviewing all kinds of agreements Provides legal advice and support to the business under ambarrella of my company policies :Negotiating and closing settlements proposals in company favor Responsible for litigation disputes coordination between company branches, outsources law firms and customers in UAE and aboard Provide advice to keep company compliance with all applicable international and domestic laws, rules and regulations. Provide advice to keep company compliance with all applicable international and domestic laws, rules and regulations.
Legal Advisor
Rashid Al Naqbi Advocates & Legal Consultations
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Responsible for conducting research on various legal issues and cases, using online legal databases, and other resources to gather information.
- Drafting various legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and briefs, under the supervision of Senior counsel.
- Organizing and maintaining files, including client files, case files, and other legal documents.
- Assisting in trial preparation, including preparing exhibits, coordinating with witnesses, and organizing trial documents.
- Communicating with clients, including scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and responding to emails.
- Administrative tasks, including photocopying, faxing, and filing.
Education
Bachelor Of Law - Law
Mansourah University
Mansourah, Egypt06.2012
Skills
- Proficient in computer applications
- Effective communication
- Compliance management
- Legal analysis and writing
- Contract drafting
- Corporate governance expertise
- Legal analysis
- Contract management expertise
- Commercial contracts
LANGUAGES
Arabic
English
Timeline
Senior Legal Counsel
Consolidted Shipping Services LLC
09.2023 - Current
Senior Legal Counsel
Manar Al Khaleej Holding
04.2021 - 09.2023
Legal Advisor
Rashid Al Naqbi Advocates & Legal Consultations
04.2018 - 04.2021
Bachelor Of Law - Law
Mansourah University