Mohamed Gaber

Legal Counsel with over 7 years of experience in UAE, specializing in civil and commercial litigation, corporate law, contract drafting, legal advisory and dispute resolution. Strong background in supporting business operations through risk mitigation, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance across real estate, corporate, and commercial sectors. Experienced in managing cases from initiation through enforcement and providing strategic in-house legal advisory to support business operations and mitigate risk.

Skilled in drafting and negotiating bilingual contracts and advising across real estate, banking, and corporate sectors.

Senior Legal Counsel at Hassan Tamim Advocates & Legal Consultants (2025-12 – Present)

• Managed civil and commercial litigation across corporate, real estate, banking, construction, labor, insurance, intellectual property, and cybercrime matters.
• Led case strategy, task delegation, and endtoend case management from filing to enforcement before UAE courts.
• Conducted client consultations, legal risk assessments, and advised on dispute resolution and commercial strategies.
• Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated bilingual contracts, agreements, and legal documents, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Provided legal advisory on labor law, corporate structuring, partnerships, and corporate finance. Managed enforcement actions including travel bans, arrest orders, and asset seizures.
• Coordinated with courts, government authorities, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient legal processes.
• Achieved favorable judgments and settlements, improved case resolution efficiency, and supported business continuity by aligning legal strategies with commercial goals.

Corporate Legal Counsel at Maqar Al Aman Real Estate & General Maintenance LLC (2024-11 – 2025-12)

• Specialized in rental disputes and real estate litigation, including case registration before the Abu Dhabi Rental Disputes Center.
• Acted as Head of Legal, establishing and structuring the legal function, implementing internal processes, and enhancing compliance practices.
• Managed legal documentation and drafted memoranda for commercial, labor, and real estate cases with high accuracy.
• Represented the company before UAE courts, handling case registration and enforcement actions including travel bans, asset seizures, license restrictions, and arrest warrants.
• Led dispute resolution and recovery strategies, contributing to successful recovery of company dues through litigation and execution proceedings.
• Provided strategic legal advice to management on corporate, real estate, and operational matters to minimize legal risks.
• Liaised with courts, police, ministries, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and effective execution of legal actions, and handled notary public matters.

Senior Legal Associate at Al Mahrous & Co (2020-01 – 2024-10)

A seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in civil and commercial litigation, covering banking, real estate, labor, family, and insurance disputes.

• Managed full litigation lifecycle from case filing through all stages of appeal up to cassation and enforcement, including execution disputes and reconsideration petitions.
• Drafted comprehensive legal memoranda, payment orders, contractual documents, and handled cheque-related criminal complaints in coordination with police and prosecution authorities.
• Represented clients in rental dispute hearings and managed proceedings across multiple jurisdictions, including enforcement actions, objections, and asset recovery.
• Demonstrated strong expertise in UAE legal systems, including court platforms, prosecution systems, land departments, and Ministry of Interior services, with continuous professional growth over 5 years.
• Developed legal strategies, assessed claims, and ensured effective case management and dispute resolution outcomes.

Legal Associate at George Antoun Law Firm (2018-08 – 2019-11)

• Handled civil and criminal litigation matters, with a strong focus on criminal cases, real estate, labor, and insurance disputes.
• Conducted legal analysis to assess the feasibility of initiating or defending lawsuits, contributing to effective litigation strategies and case outcomes.
• Drafted and reviewed a wide range of contracts, including construction agreements based on FIDIC standards, ensuring legal accuracy and commercial protection.
• Prepared detailed legal memoranda and authored legal opinions in both Arabic and English with high precision.
• Developed strong legal foundations early in career through participation in moot court programs organized by Shalakany Law Firm and the Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA), gaining exposure to arbitration practice and international legal standards under expert supervision.

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in Law – Alexandria University - English Department (2018)