ISLAM AHMED
Dallas,Texas
Summary
Experienced legal professional with a track record of success as a Legal Assistant. Collaborated closely with legal staff and procurement to ensure compliance with legal and internal regulations, reviewing procedures, reports, and documentation to identify potential risks and non-conformities. Assisted in drafting and reviewing agreements, providing up-to-date information on relevant laws and regulations. Managed transaction and closing documentation, facilitated transaction lifecycles, and handled closing mechanics. Coordinated with business departments, effectively communicated attorney instructions, and proactively managed legal processes.
Professional in legal field with comprehensive experience in providing support for complex legal tasks. Skilled in document preparation, case management, and legal research. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability and achieving results through effective communication and organizational skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Legal Assistant
Japan Tobacco International
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Collaborated closely with legal staff and procurement to ensure compliance with legal and internal regulations, regularly reviewing procedures, reports, and documentation to identify potential risks and non-conformities
- Assisted in drafting and reviewing agreements, providing management with up-to-date information on relevant laws and regulations
- Prepared expense reports, facilitated and supported transaction lifecycles, managed transaction and closing documentation, and handled closing mechanics
- Demonstrated flexibility by undertaking additional assigned responsibilities
Legal Assistant
Zain Telecom
10.2015 - 02.2021
- Provided comprehensive support to in-house legal counsels, delivering accurate and timely information
- Coordinated with business departments to identify legal needs and effectively communicated attorney instructions to relevant individuals
- Anticipated attorney requirements and prepared documents, contracts, and materials for review
- Proactively managed the commercial contracting records process and maintained calendars, assisting with scheduling important meetings
Contract Officer
White Nile Petroleum Operating Company
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Oversaw the end-to-end procurement process, including contract negotiation, vendor selection, price negotiation, and contract administration
- Maintained records, ensuring timely updates and effective communication with user departments
Paralegal
Allied Attorneys (Law Firm)
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Conducted extensive legal research and drafted legal documents
- Developed strategies, negotiated successfully, and represented clients
- Analyzed conflicts in legal matters, provided clients with expert advice, and negotiated on their behalf
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - International Trade and Development
University of Khartoum
L.LB - Law
University of Khartoum
Skills
- Contract Drafting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Legal Research
- Negotiation
- Dispute Resolution
- Problem Solving
- Documentation Management
- Relationship Building
- MS Office
References
Available Upon Request
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
Timeline
Senior Legal Assistant
Japan Tobacco International
03.2021 - 10.2022
Legal Assistant
Zain Telecom
10.2015 - 02.2021
Contract Officer
White Nile Petroleum Operating Company
01.2009 - 01.2013
Paralegal
Allied Attorneys (Law Firm)
07.2007 - 12.2008
Post Graduate Diploma - International Trade and Development
University of Khartoum
L.LB - Law
University of Khartoum