Bakhan Mariwan Kamal
Lawyer
Erbil
Summary
Dynamic, confident, and highly motivated legal professional with a robust background in law, project coordination, human resources, and communications. Years of hands-on experience in legal practice and nonprofit initiatives bring a well-rounded perspective to every role. Meticulous attention to detail, outstanding public speaking abilities, and dedication to justice and equity drive the aim to make a tangible difference in every organization. Passion for continuous growth, leadership, and building bridges between communities and institutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Communications Employee Intern
Blockchain Center
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported public relations efforts and internal communications
- Worked under direction of communications lead and assisted in proactively generating communication to build and reinforce communication strategies.
- Increased media coverage for company events through targeted press releases and media outreach.
- Developed engaging content for newsletters, blogs, and website, increasing subscriber base and overall reach.
Lawyer
Kurdistan Courts
01.2023 - Current
- Practicing law in Kurdistan courts, handling a range of civil and legal cases
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely communication and thorough explanations of complex legal concepts.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Prepared and drafted wills, deeds and patent applications.
- Advised clients on risk mitigation strategies related to corporate governance matters, minimizing potential exposure to lawsuits or regulatory action.
- Advised clients on variety of legal matters, including corporate governance, intellectual property, labor law and taxation.
Volunteer
Panay Kar Organization
01.2019 - 05.2024
- Contributed to community outreach programs and legal awareness workshops
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Project Coordinator
Kurdistan Center for International Law
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Oversaw 'Freedom of Religion and Belief (FORB)' project
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
Project Coordinator
Kurdistan Center for International Law
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed 'Advancing Media Freedom' project
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
Lawyer
My Solution Company
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Drafted contracts and handled all legal affairs for the company
- Improved client satisfaction with timely communication and thorough explanations of complex legal concepts.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
Legal Assistant
Kurdistan Courts
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Assisted in documentation and legal case preparation during college
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
HR Coordinator
Ramyar Group
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Handled recruitment, staff coordination, and performance tracking
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring accurate compensation for all employees based on hours worked and applicable deductions.
Education
BSc - Law
University of Human Development
Sulaymaniyah, Iraq05-2023
Skills
- Case law research
- Legal litigation expertise
- Project coordination
- Project management
- Talent management expertise
- Effective public speaking
- Effective communication skills
- Effective time management
Rapid learner
Collaborative teamwork
Quick learner
Certification
English Language Courses (Raz, Macos, Mukryan, Tutelage Orgs)
Affiliations
Kurdistan Bar Association, Member
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Kurdistan Center for International Law
02.2024 - 04.2024
Project Coordinator
Kurdistan Center for International Law
09.2023 - 12.2023
Lawyer
Kurdistan Courts
01.2023 - Current
Lawyer
My Solution Company
01.2023 - 12.2023
Communications Employee Intern
Blockchain Center
06.2022 - 09.2022
HR Coordinator
Ramyar Group
01.2022 - 07.2023
Volunteer
Panay Kar Organization
01.2019 - 05.2024
Legal Assistant
Kurdistan Courts
01.2019 - 12.2023
BSc - Law
University of Human Development
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