MADIHA LATIF

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Bright, Talented and Ambitious, possesses a Vast Wealth of Knowledge and a Quick Learner who can Quickly absorb new Situations and can Communicate Clearly and Effectively with both Legal Professionals and Members of the Public. Constantly Focused on Resolving Legal Issues and always looking for ways to Improve Successfully achieved Parameters of Performance by utilizing Excellent Skills in Planning & organizing, & External Communication and Constantly make Quick Decisions. Confident, Enthusiastic, Innovative Executive, who can bring to your organization: Productive Ideas, Passion and Enthusiasm for Profession.

STRENGTHS

Qualified-Trained-Experienced

Strategic Policies & Procedures Formulation

Exposure to Promotions, Disciplined,

Punctual

Out of Box Thinker, Quick & Early Accomplisher

Good Operations Management & Leadership Skills

Staff Handling, Motivation &Supervision

EDUCATION Masters in Corporate Law (L.L.M) (2008-2010)

University of South Asia (U.S.A) Lahore Pakistan

Bachelors in Law (L.L.B) (2004-2007)

Muhammadan Law College Affiliated with Punjab University Pakistan Bachelors (Specialization in English Literature) (2002-2004) Govt Degree College Pakistan

Intermediate (Specialization in English Literature) (2000-2002) Govt Degree College Pakistan

EXPERIENCE SNAPSHOT Legal Advisor

Everquest Legal Consultancy FZE Dubai, United Arab Emirates (2020-Till Present) Legal Consultant

Emirates Advocates &Legal Consultants, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (2019-2020) Manager of Legal Affair Department

Twin MOs Middle East, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (2016-2019) In House Legal Counsel

Al Ameera Real Estate, Dubai, United Arab Emirate (2015-2016) Senior Lawyer/Legal Researcher

Qureshi &Qureshi Law Firm Pakistan (2008-2014)

Law Lecture, Faculty Trainer &Counsellor

Quaid-e-Azam Law College affiliated with Punjab University Pakistan (2010-2014) Law Lecturer, Faculty Trainer &Counsellor

Muhammadan Law College affiliated with Punjab University Pakistan (2008-2010) PERSONAL DETAILS

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Proven Job Role

Everquest Legal Consultancy FZE Dubai UAE (2020 till Present) Position: Legal Advisor

Working Experience: Construction Cases

Providing Legal Protection and Risk Management Advice to Management.

Handling Arbitration involving Construction Dispute.

Involved in Cases of Litigation, Arbitration and Regulatory Investigations.

Ability to Manage Multiple Projects and Competing Deadlines.

Drafting and Reviewing Sales/Purchasing Agreements, Sub-Contracts.

Construction, Energy and Infrastructure Arbitration Work.

Commercial and Construction Documentation, along with Project Finance or Corporate Work that might be Required.

Work Closely with the Lead Partner and Senior Lawyers in relation to Undertaking a Broad Mix of Construction Litigation and Arbitration Work.

High Quality Construction Dispute and Arbitration Experience gained at leading Legal Directories rated Law Firm.

Construction Disputes Work, Covering Commercial Litigation and Investigations Work as Part of the Remit.

Acted as counsel in Numerous Domestic and International Arbitrations under ICC, LCIA and DIAC rules, as well as Uni Citral Ad-Hoc Arbitrations.

Cases focus on Complex Disputes regarding Major Infrastructure and Energy Projects including Rail, Road, Ports, Airports and Sports Facilities, Oil and Gas, Power, Water and Process Plant Facilities.

High Proficiency in Typing, Document Management, and Billing Procedures with the Ability to Manage Multiple Projects.

Provide Legal Protection and Risk Management Advice to Management especially on Contract Management.

Continuously Monitor Compliance with Statutory Obligations and Advise Management accordingly.

Prepare Reports for the Department for Executive Management Meetings.

Providing the Management with Practical, Reasonable Advice on Challenging and Complex Legal Matters arising within the Day-to-Day Operations or related to Ongoing Projects.

Transactional Projects including Creation of Joint Ventures, Preparation of the Legal Due Diligence.

Report, up to the Execution of the different Contractual Documents related to the Transaction. Emirates Advocates and Legal Consultants Dubai UAE (2019 to 2020) Position: Legal Consultant

Working Experience: Corporate /Commercial Cases

Responsible for the Management of Commercial Contracts.

Negotiating and Drafting Separation Agreements and Advising the Company on related Legal Issues such as Enforcement of Restrictive Covenants.

Advice Local and Foreign Investment Clients on UAE Onshore and Offshore Business Set Up.

Strategic Partnership, MOA, Collateral Agreements and all kind of Legal Documents.

Drafting and Negotiating Contracts for Shareholders, Branches, Partnerships, Joint Ventures Start-ups and Non-Compete and Confidentiality Agreements.

Experience in Company Formation and Establishing New Businesses in UAE for LLCs, Foreign Branch and Representative Offices.

PERSONAL DETAILS

Broad Variety of Corporate Matters including M&A (Merger and Acquisition), Private Equity.

Drafting Letters of Advice and Reports on Corporate Structuring, Establishment Options.

A Wide Variety of Corporate Finance Issues including strategic M&A, Corporate Governance, Structured Finance, IPOs and Private Equity Matters for an Impressive List of Financial Institutions, Asset Management of Firms and Various Corporations.

Supporting Corporate Transactions and other wider Projects with Due Diligence, Research and Ancillary Contracts.

Intellectual Property Advisory including knowledge of the Registration Process.

Providing Advice on a range of Compliance and Corporate Governance Matters.

Advise Clients on Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademarks and Service Marks, Copyright and Trade Secrets Matters based on Experience and Legal Research, Negotiate Licensing Agreements, Freedom to Operate Procurement and Contract Enforcement.

Provide Advice, Support and Training to Clients on IP Matters, Prepare Client Pitches and Proposals in Reviewing, Drafting and Negotiating IP and Confidentiality Clauses and Contracts and Software Licensing, IP Due Diligence and Data Protection.

Managing the Prosecution of Trade Mark Cases including Prioritizing according Timelines given in Suggesting Solutions, Managing Communication of Proposals to Clients and Drafting Letters to Trade Mark.

Taking Instructions from Annuity Service Providers and Clients regarding Payment of Annuities for Patents and Industrial Designs.

Preparing and Drafting Legal Documents such as Board or Shareholder Resolutions, Memorandum and Articles of Association.

Preparing and Drafting of Legal Contracts such as Non- Disclosure Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding, Sale Purchase Agreements.

Playing a Critical Role in Supporting the Commercial and Operations Team with Legal/Commercial Enquiries, Negotiations, Tender Drafting etc.

Reviewing Tender Document and Working with the Commercial Team to Prepare Bid Submissions for New Business Opportunities.

Reviewing and Advising on Legal Material including but not limited to MOU, LOI, NDA, Commercial Agreements, Employment Contracts, Licensing Agreements, Lease Agreements, Service Agreements, Shareholders Agreements, and Software License Agreements.

Drafting, Review and Negotiation of Agreements as Supply Agreements for Short and Long-Term Supply, Sale of Equipment, Distribution Agreements, Share Purchase Agreements, Business Transfer Agreements.

Twinmos Middle East FZE Dubai UAE (2016 to 2019)

Position: Manager of Legal Affair Department

Working Experience: Employment/ Labor Case

Familiarity with Local and Federal Employment Laws.

Report to the Director of Firm regarding Employment Law &Compliance.

Provide Practical Sound Legal Advice and Counsel to Human Resources and Management on all Legal Issues concerning the Employer/Employee Relationship, Hiring, Employment Agreement Review, Leaves and Accommodations, Terminations and Rightsizing, as well as Due Diligence.

Primarily Responsible for Drafting and Negotiating Employment Letters, Analyzing Employment and Compensation-related Issues, and Document Benefits and Ex-Patriot Arrangements for New and Existing Employees and Consultants.

Manage Employment Litigation Matters Strategically and, in a Cost, -Effective Manner.

Provide Employment Law Support for Internal and External HR Services Integration and Divestiture Efforts.

PERSONAL DETAILS

Strong Command of International Employment Laws, Regulations and Best Practices.

Substantive Experience Drafting and Negotiating Employment Agreements Both Domestically and internationally.

Providing Advice and Support to Clients on a Full Range of Employment Issues, including Recruitment and Sponsorship Procedures, Remuneration and Benefits Packages, Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures and Issues arising on the Termination of Employment.

Supporting the Corporate Department with Employment Issues arising out of Transactions, such as Undertaking Employment Due Diligence, Drafting Warranties and Indemnities in Agreements and the Transfer of Employees.

Drafting and Amending Employment Contracts, Employee Handbooks, Policies and Procedures.

Advising Clients on Immigration Matters.

Advice to Local and International Clients across the GCC, mainly in Technology, Hospitality, Retail and Insurance Sectors, on a full range of Employment Issues (Contentious and non-Contentious).

Provided Advice on Applicable Quotas and Regulations for the Employment of Nationals and Employee Arrangements.

In the UAE, having Vast Knowledge of Regulations in the Free Zones, including DIFC Employment Law, as well as Compliance with the Federal Labor Law and Immigration Regulations.

Provide Advice on Compliance with Local laws and Regulations; Support Clients on the full range of Employment Issues including Disputes and Settlements.

Represent Client on a Variety of Issues like but not limited to Workers’ Compensation, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Safety, Wage and Overtime Standards, Privacy Rights, Discrimination against Employees based on Age, Ancestry, Color, Creed, Disability, Marital Status, Medical Conditions, National Origin, Race, Religion, or Sexual Orientation.

Employee Benefits like Leave Salary and Gratuity Calculations.

Providing Advice to Clients on a Multitude of Complex Labor and Employment Law Projects across Multiple Countries and Advising Clients on Aspects of the Law relating to their case. Al Ameera Real Estate Dubai UAE (2015 to 2016)

Position: In House Legal Counsel

Working Experience: Real Estate Cases

Real Estate Agreements including Title Search and Verification of Property Documents.

Ability to Draft, Review and Negotiate Leases Agreements.

Preparing Reports covering various items as requested by legal Team, Property Management Team and Auditors.

Drafted Property Descriptions and Legal Testimony.

Analyzed Property Documents to identify any Fraud regarding Real Estate Documents.

Addressed Legal Issues before closing Property Sale and Purchase Agreements.

Filing and following with Cheque Bounce Cases in Concern Police Stations, Prosecution and Dubai Court.

Representing Rental Issues in Land Department and Rental Dispute Centre.

Exceptional Knowledge of Real Estate Laws, Property Titles.

Familiarity with Real Estate Legal Research Techniques.

Have good Knowledge in Rules and Regulations of Dubai Land Department, Oqood System etc.

Do Initial Research on area to find Comparatively Best Properties.

Drafting and Negotiating Lease, Lease Amendments and other Lease related Documents and Manage Landlord and Tenant Legal Correspondence.

Prepare accurate Sales Agreements according to RERA Law

Provide Legal Guidance on Real Estate Purchasing, Acquisition, Selling and Leasing Activities.

QURESHI & QURESHI LAW FIRM PAKISTAN (2008- 2014)

PERSONAL DETAILS

PERSONAL DETAILS

QURESHI & QURESHI LAW FIRM PAKISTAN (2008-2014)

Reviewed Lease and Mortgage Documents, Deeds and Trust Documents.

Reviewing and Monitoring of all Landlord and Tenant Proceedings and Eviction. Position: Senior Lawyer/Legal Researcher

Working Experience: Family /Criminal Cases

Preparing Memoranda, Pleadings, Legal Opinions, Researching the law, supporting other members of apartment and Clients.

Manage Family Law Cases from Client Briefings, Preparing Documents and Correspondence, Discovery Requests, Drafting Petitions and Pleadings, attending Court Hearings, Trials and Judgements.

Consultation, Preparation and Execution of Marital Settlement Agreements, Pre-Marital and Post-Nuptial Agreements and Business Valuations.

Build a Profitable Family Legal Caseload through Networking and attending Industry Events. Divorce, Custody, Injunctive Proceedings, Family Remedy Proceedings, Cohabitation, Separation, Childcare, Spousal and Child Maintenance, Property / Assets Division Matters.

Conducting Discovery and Attending Depositions, Mediations and Conferences.

Study Police Reports, Medical Records to make the Case.

Practice, Draft, Register and Follow up all types of Lawsuits and Defense including without Limitation Civil, Administrative, Criminal, Sharia Law, Arbitration, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Amicable Settlement of Dispute.

Attend Meetings with Court Experts and Clients, Follow Up Court Hearing.

Drafting Complaints, Supplementary Statements, Settlement Deed, Wills and Gift Deeds.

Drafting Plaints, Petitions, Written Statements.

Attending Court Proceedings and Representing the Tribunal. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Research Work on “Crime Criminology and Punishment” (2010) University of South Asia Pakistan.

Paper on “Career Aspiration among Management Students” (2008) Muhammadan Law College Pakistan.

English, Arabic, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi

Date of Birth : 6th July 1984

Nationality : Pakistani

Gender : Female

Marital Status : Single

Passport No : BQ8484991

REFERENCE

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IT SKILLS

MS Office, Internet & E-mail Applications

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