Waddah Mohammed Ahmed

Corporate Paralegal
November 26, 1995

About Candidate

Licensed attorney in Sudan with (7) years of legal experience, including nearly (3) years in the UAE, gained within a Free Zone Authority and a reputable UAE law firm, strong background in corporate law, regulatory compliance, legal research, contract drafting, government liaison, and litigation support, experienced across diverse sectors including free zones, law firms, telecommunications, NGOs, and insurance, adept at supporting senior legal teams, managing compliance obligations, and delivering practical legal solutions in fast‑paced environments, I’m currently seeking to join a reputable organization where I can contribute my legal expertise and knowledge and support its growth, stability and mutual benefits.

Location

Education

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Leal Translation 2021
University of Bahri

Postgraduate Studies - High Diploma

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Law 2017
Al-Neelian University

L.L.B - HONOR

Work & Experience

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Corporate Paralegal Jun 2025
Meydan Free Zone

- Assisted in corporate legal and compliance matters in accordance with UAE laws and Free Zone regulations.
- Reviewed and verified corporate documents for company incorporation, branches, and amendments across multiple jurisdictions.
- Supported employment related legal matters for Free Zone registered entities.
- Prepared, reviewed, and maintained agreements, resolutions, internal memoranda, and official correspondence.
- Coordinated with government authorities and regulatory bodies regarding licensing, renewals, and corporate changes.
- Supported compliance with AML and UBO regulations, ensuring accurate filings and record keeping.
- Maintained statutory registers, corporate records, and confidential client files.
- Conducted legal research and assisted with risk assessments and compliance guidance.
- Liaised with external lawyers, auditors, and consultants.
- Monitored deadlines and ensured timely completion of legal and compliance obligations.

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Legal Researcher Jan 2024 - Jun 2025
Muna AlShamsi Advocates & Legal Consultancy

- Drafted and reviewed documents for notarization, including POAs, MOAs, AOAs, shareholder resolutions, board minutes, and share transfer documents.
- Prepared commercial agreements, tenancy related notices, eviction notices, and pre litigation correspondence.
- Conducted legal research and drafted legal opinions, memoranda, and legal articles.
- Monitored legislative and regulatory developments in the UAE.
- Prepared memoranda, objections, appeals, judicial review requests, and court submissions.
- Assisted in case preparation, strategy development, and client coordination for hearings.
- Assisted with incorporation of mainland and free zone companies.
- Supported corporate restructuring, share capital changes, and compliance matters.
- Liaised with notaries, ministries, municipalities, and other governmental authorities.
- Provided Arabic–English legal translation.
- Assisted non-Arabic speaking consultants with legal interpretation and procedural guidance.

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Legal Counsel Dec 2021 - Dec 2023
CANAR Telecommunication Company PJSC

- Provided legal advice to senior management and internal departments on corporate and regulatory matters.
- Drafted and reviewed commercial contracts including NDAs, MOUs, FIDIC contracts, partnerships, leases, and franchise agreements.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
- Managed corporate filings and government procedures.
- Coordinated litigation matters, pre litigation strategies, and dispute resolution.
- Participated in internal investigations and compliance committees.

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Information, Counseling & Legal Assistance (ICLA) Assistant Oct 2020 - Dec 2021
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

- Conducting Group Information Session (GIS) to beneficiaries.
- Provide Counseling service to beneficiaries need counseling to their Legal Identity and humanitarian rights.
- Provide Legal Assistance to beneficiaries that need help regarding Government Procedures.
- Conducting Collaborative Dispute Resolution (CDR).
- Coordinate with Commission of Refugees (COR) and/or Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC) and Community Leaders to implement the project in the field.
- Ensure the activities and/or services that provides are compliance with Sudan Asylum Law (2014), Human Rights and NRC's quality and/or standard of its services.

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Lawyer Agu 2018 - Oct 2020
Kamal Law Firm

-- Attended and/or provide assistance in court sessions to Attorneys in the law firm.
- Arranged the meetings with clients and preparing meeting minutes.
- Drafted all legal documents related to lawsuits (petitions, motions, legal notices ...etc.) under supervision of the managing partner.
- Represented clients before all Courts on behalf of clients.
- Provided legal assistance and/or procedures before Government Bodies and/or Official Entities on behalf of clients.
- Handled all courts pre-procedures, implement Government Procedures related to official entities (Commercial Registrar, Land Authorities, Ministry of Justice ...etc.).
- Prepared supporting documents, witnesses and negotiate with clients regarding the Lawsuits.
- Provided legal advises for Law Firm’s clients.
- Drafted and reviewing contract related to law firm and/or clients.

Skills

Corporate & Commercial Law
UAE Free Zone Regulations
Legal Research & Drafting
Regulatory Compliance (AML & UBO)
Contract Drafting & Review
Litigation & Dispute Resolution Support
Government Liaison & Notarization
Arabic–English Legal Translation

Awards

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Passed federal administration BAR law examination period (Dec. 2017) 2017

Sudanese BAR Examination

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Organizational Management and Development Skills 2018

Complete training workshop on Organizational Management and Development Skills from Hope and Friendship Development Organization (HOPE Sudan).

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Licensed Lawyer 2019

Passed Sudan BAR Association period (Oct. 2019) Registration No. (35953)

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Arbitrator 2022

Complete training of Arbitration and Authorized as an Official Arbitrator according to Sudan Centre for Conciliation and Arbitration (SCCA).