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Abdullah Ibrahim Altayyar

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

Summary

Dedicated Legal Researcher with a Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of Sussex and a Certified GRC Professional (GRCP). Currently serving at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Washington, D.C., specializing in conducting high-level legal research and providing expert advisory on complex regulatory frameworks. Expert in drafting and auditing diverse legal contracts and instruments, ensuring full protection of legal positions and compliance with statutory requirements. Proven track record in monitoring and following up on legal cases, coordinating with external legal counsels, and analyzing legislative developments. A strategic thinker with a specialized academic background in Information Technology and Intellectual Property law, committed to risk mitigation and legal excellence across various domains.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Researcher

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Washington, DC
07.2024 - Current

Legal Advisory: Providing specialized legal opinions on U.S. federal and state laws, focusing on their direct impact and implications for Saudi citizens residing in or visiting the United States.

Contract Management: Drafting and reviewing contracts and legal agreements with external vendors and service providers to ensure maximum protection of the mission's interests.

Legislative Analysis: Monitoring U.S. legislative changes and identifying potential legal challenges or opportunities affecting the Saudi community and bilateral interests.

Liaison & Coordination: Coordinating with external legal counsels and local authorities to manage legal cases and streamline procedures for Saudi nationals and the diplomatic mission.

Research & Documentation: Conducting in-depth legal research and preparing technical reports on complex legal issues, ensuring compliance with international and local regulations.

Saudi investment bank

Legal Department
Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Contract Review & Compliance: Drafting, reviewing, and vetting personal and mortgage financing agreements to ensure full alignment with SAMA (Saudi Central Bank) regulations and internal policies.

Legal Due Diligence: Analyzing SIMAH credit reports and judicial records to assess the legal and financial standing of clients, mitigating risks associated with potential defaults or litigation.

Cross-Departmental Liaison: Coordinating with the Finance Department to facilitate the secure transfer and auditing of critical legal documentation and sensitive financial records.

Regulatory Alignment: Ensuring all banking products and financing terms comply with the latest Sharia-compliant legal frameworks and Saudi banking laws.

Assistant lawyer

Law Office of Kateb Al-Shammari
Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
05.2023 - 10.2023

Contract Auditing: Reviewing and auditing diverse legal contracts to identify potential risks and ensure the absence of fundamental legal errors.

Legal Drafting: Drafting and proofreading high-quality legal documents, formal correspondence, and court pleadings (litigation memos).

Case Research: Conducting extensive legal research by accessing judicial precedents and case laws to support legal strategies and opinions.

Client Representation: Liaising with clients to gather necessary documentation and providing updates on legal proceedings and case status.

Contracts specialist

SEPCOIlI Electric Power Construction
Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
08.2017 - 08.2019

Contract Lifecycle Management: Managed the full lifecycle of legal contracts, from initial drafting and internal review to final execution and archiving.

Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Evaluated contract terms to ensure strict adherence to local laws, corporate governance standards, and international legal best practices.

Commercial Drafting: Drafted a wide range of commercial agreements, including sales, procurement, and service contracts, ensuring all legal interests were fully protected.

Risk Mitigation: Conducted thorough legal audits of previous contract templates to identify potential liabilities and implement improved, standardized legal processes.

Legal Liaison: Facilitated communication between the organization and external legal counsels to resolve complex contractual disputes and ensure robust legal support.

Education

Master's Degree - Information Technology & Intellectual Property Law

University of Sussex
Brighton, United Kingdom
03.2023

Bachelor's Degree - Law

Majmaah University
09.2018

Skills

  • Knowledge and understanding of laws
  • Case Interpretation
  • Legal research
  • Negotiation
  • Settlement Negotiations
  • Legal Writing
  • Case Analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Organization

Memberships

Saudi Bar Association :

  • Attending general assembly meetings.
  • Attending training courses, seminars and workshops held by the Authority.
  • Benefit from the services and benefits provided by the Authority.

Student Center at the University of Sussex :

  • Attending student meetings at the university.
  • Assistance in organizing events and Assistance with legal aspects.
  • Getting to know other cultures

CPD Certificate & Courses

CPD Certificate: Settlement of Intellectual Property Disputes |15 Hours

I took this certificate in London. The duration of the course was 5 days and some points were studied :

  • Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property 1994.
  • Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1994).
  • Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.
  • Agreement on Trade-Related Intellectual Property Rights.

Course in administrative law | British Academy for Training :

  • Legal organization and administrative theory.
  • United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MD).
  • Challenges of the public sector in the country and the non-governmental organization sector.
  • General political issues and the performance of public organizations.

Course in public and private international law| Edx legal platform:

  • Know what happens when binding rules or international laws and clauses are violated and how justice can be sought in these cases.
  • Understanding topics related to international law in future subfields such as human rights at the international level, international humanitarian law and international investment law.
  • Understand how international law is applied and who must respect it

Certified GRC Professional (GRCP)

Governance Framework Design: Designing and implementing integrated GRC frameworks that align legal strategies with organizational objectives and ethical standards.

Risk Assessment & Management: Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating legal and operational risks to ensure organizational resilience and informed decision-making.

Regulatory Compliance Oversight: Developing and monitoring compliance programs to ensure adherence to international regulations, local laws, and internal policies.

Ethical & Performance Integration: Enhancing organizational culture by integrating ethical conduct and accountability into daily legal and business operations.

Certification

  • Think like a Lawyer to Make Decisions and Solve Problems.
  • Copyright for Creatives: Protecting Your work.
  • Course on penal systems in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Qudwa Training Center.
  • Jurisdiction course. Azad Training Center.

Conferences

  • The development of systems in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in light of Vision 2030. Saudi Arabia | May 2023
  • International Conference on Artificial intelligence from legal aspects. United Kingdom Ox Ford | Jun

2022

Published Legal Scientific Papers

  • Legal and Judicial Dealings with Artificial Intelligence as an Inventor | April 2023.
  • The Concepts for Better Regulation of Internet Platforms | April 2023.

Languages

Arabic
Proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Legal Researcher

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
07.2024 - Current

Saudi investment bank

Legal Department
10.2023 - 05.2024

Assistant lawyer

Law Office of Kateb Al-Shammari
05.2023 - 10.2023

Contracts specialist

SEPCOIlI Electric Power Construction
08.2017 - 08.2019

Master's Degree - Information Technology & Intellectual Property Law

University of Sussex

Bachelor's Degree - Law

Majmaah University
Abdullah Ibrahim Altayyar