Nadia Ismail
Doha
Summary
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Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Lawyer
Levant Law Practice
09.2012 - 09.2023
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Collaborated with human resources and outside counsel to protect company from legal claims.
- Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes between parties finding mutually beneficial solutions.
- Advised clients on variety of legal matters, including corporate governance, intellectual property, labor law and taxation.
- Studied Constitution, statutes and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases.
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Wrote Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Worked with legislators to assist in drafting [Type] legislation and enforcement procedures by offering insights as law practitioner.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.
Lawyer
Chadi Makhzoum Cabinet D'avocats
01.2009 - 03.2012
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Managed [Number] [Type] claims worth over $[Amount].
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes between parties finding mutually beneficial solutions.
- Prepared and drafted wills, deeds and patent applications.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
- Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Conducted settlement negotiations and trial for property case with $[Amount] in counterclaims.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
- Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
- Advised clients on variety of legal matters, including corporate governance, intellectual property, labor law and taxation.
- Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Law - Law
Faculty of Law, Lebanese University
Beirut- Lebanon01.2007
Skills
- Patent Law
- Corporate Transactions
- Arbitration and Litigation
- Mediation
- Legal Advisory
- Legal Counseling
- Case Law and Outcome Analysis
- Legal Research and Review
- Client Representation and advice
- Litigation Experience
- Policy Knowledge
- Legal Case Management
- Legal Interpretation and Adaptation
- Judgement and decision-making
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Legal Document Preparation
- Organization and Administration
- Microsoft Office and DocuSign
- Establishing Effective Relationships
- Contract Review and Negotiation
- Lexis-Nexis
- Real Estate Law
- Civil Law
- Commercial Real Estate
- Dispute Arbitration
- Strategic Planning
- Criminal Law
- Court Procedures
- Case Analysis
- Settlement Negotiation
- Document Filing
- Commercial Litigation Experience
- Filling Appeals
- Corporate and Business Legal Issues
- Corporate Law
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Tax Law
- Securities Law
- Family and Juvenile Law
- Efficient Researcher
- Employment and Labor Law
- Courtroom Procedures
- Client Representation
- Legal Brief Preparation
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Building Trust and Relationships
- Litigation Management
- Legal Writing
- Criminal Defense
- Hearings and Depositions
Horse riding, reading, and movies
I enjoy horseback riding, reading, and going to the movies.
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Senior Lawyer
Levant Law Practice
09.2012 - 09.2023
Lawyer
Chadi Makhzoum Cabinet D'avocats
01.2009 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Law - Law
Faculty of Law, Lebanese University
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