Shawqi H. M. Al Otoum
Chief Legal Specialist@Department of Government Enablement
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Legal Counsel & Attorney at Law. Seasoned General Counsel and Attorney at Law with over 20 years of experience in corporate and commercial law, contract management, and arbitration and litigation. I specialize in providing strategic legal advice, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and minimizing litigation risks for businesses across various sectors. My extensive expertise spans local and international corporate laws, commercial laws, and property laws. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed complex legal projects, including large-scale government agreements and high-value construction contracts. My accomplishments include working on major projects such as Al Salam Tower, DAMAC Heights, and Signature Tower, as well as overseeing legal aspects of TAMM contracts and the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement. As a result-oriented legal professional, I possess excellent research, investigation, and analytical skills, enabling me to interpret and navigate intricate legal concepts. I am a strong communicator who excels at fostering and maintaining relationships with key external entities such as government regulatory authorities, legal teams, and counterparties to improve business outcomes while safeguarding the company's interests. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Business Law, building upon my LLM in Environmental Sustainability Law and Policies and a BA in Law from the University of Jordan. Fluent in English and Arabic, I am dedicated to helping organizations navigate the ever-evolving legal landscape while supporting their growth and success. Connect with me to discuss how my legal expertise can benefit your organization or share insights and opportunities within the legal industry.
Work experience
Chief Legal Specialist
Department of Government Enablement2017.08-Current(9 years)General Counsel
Cleanco Trading, Importing & Services Est.2016.05-2017.08(a year)Senior Legal Manager
AL FARAA CONSTRUCTION AND INDUSTRIAL GROUP2014.11-2016.05(2 years)Construction Legal Manager
Damac Properties2013.04-2014.11(2 years)Group Legal Manager - Head of Legal Department
Axiom Telecom2010.10-2013.04(3 years)Group Legal Advisor
Belhasa International CO LLC.2008.04-2010.10(3 years)Group Legal Advisor
Al Concorde Group2004.02-2008.04(4 years)
Educational experience
The British University in Dubai
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Business Law2021.01-2026.01(5 years)Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Master's degree, Environment Sustainability: law and policies2019.01-2020.01(a year)University of Jordan
Bachelor's degree, Law2001.01-2003.01(2 years)
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