Basheer Abu Awwad
Founding Partner
Member of the International Bar Association (IBA)
Admitted to practice in Jordan and GCC states, Basheer Abu Awwad is the founding and managing partner of Prime Law Firm.
He brings extensive experience in advising clients, trying cases, and negotiating resolutions for civil, commercial,
arbitral, and criminal matters.
Areas of Experties
- Litigation and Arbitration
- Fraud and Asset Recovery
- Regulatory and Corporate Investigations, Governance, and Compliance
- Bankruptcy, Creditors' Rights, Asset Collections
- Corporate, Business Transactions, and International Trade
- Real Estate
Mohammad Alsaid
Partner | Head of Corporate, Commercial & Business
Mr. Mohammad is an eminent Legal Counsel with over two decades of experience advising boards, shareholders, and institutional clients on mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, Islamic finance, and arbitration. His work combines deep expertise in UAE law with an international legal perspective, making him a trusted advisor in sophisticated cross-border transactions and regulatory matters.
Kinda Bazerkan
Senior Partner- Legal Counsel
Professional Background:
“ Kinda Bazerkan is a distinguished Legal Counsel with extensive experience in various branches of law in UAE, Syria and Jordan. Throughout her career, Kinda has demonstrated a robust capability to handle complex legal matters in a dynamic and effective manner. Her expertise spans a wide range of areas, ensuring thorough and competent legal advisement in multiple domains of law.”
Areas of Expertise:
- Banking and Financial Law
- Corporate Law
- Family Law
- Criminal Law
- Arbitration
Laila Al Mahri
Managing Partner | Licensed Lawyer
Professional Background:
“ Laila is a member of our Dispute Resolution team and is licensed to practice before local and federal courts, including those in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Her expertise covers various litigation areas such as civil, commercial, corporate, criminal, and employment law.”
Areas of Expertise:
- Litigation
- Corporate
- Criminal
- Civil
Bushra Mahmoud
Legal Counsel
Professional Background:
“ Ms. Bushra is a Legal Counsel with more than 17 years of experience advising on commercial, corporate, banking, and financial matters. She has extensive expertise in Islamic finance and regulatory compliance, as well as in handling complex disputes before UAE courts. Known for her client-focused approach and ability to manage high-value and sensitive matters, she provides strategic legal solutions that balance risk management with practical outcomes.”
Areas of Expertise:
- Banking and Financial Law
- Corporate Law
- Family Law
- Criminal Law
- Arbitration
Khaldoun Mahmoud
Head of Insurance
Professional Background:
“ As the Head of Insurance at Prime Law Firm in Abu Dhabi, Mr. Khaldoun has successfully established the insurance department. His expertise lies in advising and representing companies in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Additionally, he has extensive experience in local and cross-border transactions related to corporate and commercial matters.”
Areas of Expertise:
- Litigation
- Insurance & Reinsurance Claims Management
- Dispute Resolution and ADR
Muhamad Hamida
Senior Litigation Counsel
Professional Background:
“ Muhamad Hamida is a distinguished Legal Counsel with extensive experience in various branches of law. Throughout her career, Muhamad has demonstrated a robust capability to handle complex legal matters in a dynamic and effective manner. His expertise spans a wide range of areas, ensuring thorough and competent legal advisement in multiple domains of law.”
Areas of Expertise:
- Banking and Financial Law
- Civil Law
- Family Law
- Criminal Law
- Arbitration
Mohamad Sabri
Legal Counsel
Professional Background:
“ Mohammed Sabri is a distinguished legal consultant who is familiar with various branches of law, has a broad legal background and knowledge, has the ability to deal with the most complex cases and choose the appropriate solutions and ways to protect the client's rights in the most effective way.”
Areas of Expertise:
- banking and Financial Law
- Commercial Law
- Civil Law
- Criminal Law
Haneen Mahmoud
Legal Counsel
Professional Background:
“ Haneen's practice focuses on banking issues, bankruptcy proceedings, conducting research in civil law, contractual matters, and judicial resolution of disputes.”
Areas of Expertise:
- Banking and Financial Law
- Insolvency Law
- Civil Law
Youssef Afifi Ismail
Legal Counsel
Professional Background:
“ Handling lawsuits related to rental disputes, real estate advisory, and consultancy, Youssef ventures into real estate, managing property-related cases, banking and finance, and rental claims and appeals.”
Areas of Expertise:
- Real Estate
- Civil & Commercial
- Litigation
- Banking & Finance
Majeed Abed Al Baki
Legal Counsel
Professional Background:
“ Majeed specializes in legal cases related to real estate development, start-up companies, and non-profit organizations. He has a proven track record in representing clients in banking & finance-related matters.”
Areas of Expertise:
- Banking & Finance
- Real Estate Development
- Commercial & Corporate
Shika Al Shamsi
Legal Counsel
Professional Background:
“ “Ms. Sheikha Al Shamsi" is a licensed Emirati lawyer authorized to appear before the courts and judicial authorities in the United Arab Emirates. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from the United Arab Emirates University and completed her legal training at Al Ain Courts. She has experience in handling various litigation matters and case management, with a focus on analysing legal issues and drafting legal memoranda in accordance with UAE judicial procedures. Ms. Sheikha has developed a particular interest in sports law, including sports arbitration and matters related to the protection of athletes’ rights.””
Areas of Expertise:
- Civil Law
- Commercial Law
- Litigation
- Sports Law
- Sports Arbitration
- Legal Memoranda Drafting
Mariam Al Bluoshi
Legal Assistant
Professional Background:
“ “Mariam Alblooshi" is a Legal Assistant supporting the firm’s legal team in legal research, case documentation, and administrative coordination. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Law from the United Arab Emirates University and has received practical training at Al Ain Court, gaining practical exposure to court procedures and legal documentation. She contributes to the efficient organization of case files and legal records while assisting in the preparation of legal documents, demonstrating strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards.” ”
Areas of Expertise:
- Civil Law
- Commercial Law
- Legal Documentation
- Court Procedures
- Case Management
Ahmad Rustom
Legal Counsel
Professional Background:
“ “Ahmad Rstom" is a Legal Researcher with experience in litigation support and legal consultancy within the United Arab Emirates. He has been involved in handling various litigation and enforcement matter before the courts across the UAE, Ahmad supports the firm’s legal team through legal research, drafting legal memoranda, and following up on cases through the UAE electronic court systems, contributing to the effective management of legal matters handled by the firm.””
Areas of Expertise:
- Civil Law
- Commercial Law
- Enforcement Proceedings
- Banking Lawsuits
- Insurance Lawsuits