Khansa Mohammed
Dubai
Summary
With extensive academic training and professional experience, eager to contribute meaningfully to an organization that values dedication and expertise. Committed to meeting and overcoming challenges, driving personal and organizational success, and making a significant difference in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Counsel
Fahad Bin Tamim Advocate and Legal Consultants
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Negotiated and settled disputes, and facilitated mediation processes
- Provided clients with regular and timely updates on case progress
- Drafted and prepared litigation memoranda for various court stages and levels
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated agreements and legal documents for corporate clients
- Prepared legal opinions, powers of attorney, legal notices, and settlement agreements
- Drafted and reviewed Memoranda of Understanding and Articles of Association
- Managed contractual documents and maintained contract management tools
- Conducted legal research and provided comprehensive legal opinions
- Advised on strategies for case filings and settlements based on document analysis
- Identified potential risks and opportunities in legal and compliance matters
- Oversaw general legal operations and guided management through litigation processes when required
- Ensured the firm’s compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) laws in the UAE
- ML/FT Reporting: Conducted internal investigations and reported findings to management, deciding on further reporting to the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU)
- Submitted annual or semi-annual reports to UAE FIU
- AML/CFT Programme Management: Implemented comprehensive AML/CFT policies, procedures, and controls
- Developed and established robust mechanisms to ensure organizational compliance
- Periodically reviewed internal policies and red flag indicators
- Reported to senior management on changes in UAE AML Law and its impact, providing regular business updates
- Ensured compliance with record-keeping requirements
- AML/CFT Training & Development: Developed and maintained an employee training program on AML/CFT
- Regularly updated training modules
- Oversaw AML/CFT training for the entire staff
- Maintained the training register to ensure compliance and proper documentation.
Associate Legal Counsel
Fahad Bin Tamim Advocate and Legal Consultants
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Provided accurate and timely legal counsel on various topics including labor law, civil law, civil procedure law, commercial transactions law, company law, etc
- Collaborated with management to develop effective defense strategies
- Established internal governance policies and monitored compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws in the UAE
- Applied risk management techniques and offered proactive legal advice
- Communicated with and resolved issues involving external parties, including regulators and public authorities
- Drafted and solidified agreements, contracts, and other legal documents to safeguard clients' legal rights
- Managed complex legal matters involving multiple stakeholders
- Clarified legal language and specifications for clients
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes
- Supervised staff in handling and submitting applications via Dubai Courts electronic system.
Attorney - Consultant
Magnesia Law Firm
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Advised clients on transactional and corporate legal matters
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated contractual documents and managed contract management tools
- Reviewed external lawyers' court submissions
- Drafted legal documents, negotiated settlement terms, and calculated potential business risks.
Attorney - Associate
El Karib & Medani Law Firm
03.2002 - 01.2006
- Practiced in civil, criminal, Islamic family, business, commercial, and corporate law
- Settled employment disputes and handled labor cases
- Drafted and reviewed agreements including subcontracting, distribution, advertising, marketing, lease, and sale contracts
- Advised companies on registration, management, policy-making, and joint ventures between Sudanese and foreign companies
- Managed aspects of trade, business, industry, agriculture, and foreign investments
- Registered and submitted annual returns for several limited liability companies
- Represented clients before courts and tribunals in commercial, employment, and fraud disputes.
Education
Master of Laws in International Legal Studies -
American University Washington College of Law
Washington, DC05.2010
Bachelor of Laws -
Al Neelain University Faculty of Law
Khartoum12.2001
Skills
- Contract drafting
- Legal Research
- Legal writing
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Commercial Contracts
- Dispute Resolution
- Arbitration Proceedings
- International Law
- Corporate transactions
- Litigation Management
- Legal Analysis
- Legal Compliance
- Criminal Law
Affiliations
- Registered Legal Consultant - The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department
- Member, Sudanese Bar Association (2002)
- Member, Board of Trustees of Sudan Human Rights Monitor (SHRM), Khartoum, Sudan (2005)
- Member, Sudanese Organization Against Torture, London, UK (2002-2006)
- Member, Khartoum Centre for Human Rights and Environmental Development – Lawyers Network, Khartoum, Sudan (2002-2006)
- Member, Sudanese American Women Organization, Washington DC(2006-2018)
- Member, Sudan Human Rights Network, Washington DC (2006-20)
- Member, American Society of International Law
Languages
Native in Arabic
Fluent in English
Independencecreativity
High level of independence, creativity, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of purpose.
Relationshipbuilding
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
Organizationalskills
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/23/1979
- Nationality: American
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Counsel
Fahad Bin Tamim Advocate and Legal Consultants
02.2023 - 06.2024
Associate Legal Counsel
Fahad Bin Tamim Advocate and Legal Consultants
02.2020 - 02.2023
Attorney - Consultant
Magnesia Law Firm
01.2018 - 02.2020
Attorney - Associate
El Karib & Medani Law Firm
03.2002 - 01.2006
Master of Laws in International Legal Studies -
American University Washington College of Law
Bachelor of Laws -
Al Neelain University Faculty of Law
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