Hiba Barakeh

Hiba is involved in corporate matters relating to company incorporations, corporate governance documentation, and the drafting and review of bilingual commercial agreements. She works closely on regulatory and licensing processes with mainland and free zone authorities, where precision in documentation and sequencing is essential.

In parallel, she works on dispute resolution matters, including arbitration and litigation, contributing through legal research, preparation of memoranda, and coordination of documentation connected to ongoing proceedings. Her work frequently sits at the intersection of corporate history and procedural strategy, particularly in matters that extend across multiple stages or jurisdictions.

Hiba maintains direct coordination with clients and legal teams throughout the course of a matter, ensuring clarity, continuity, and alignment as issues develop. She is recognised for her structured approach, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex documentation in matters involving multiple parties and regulatory or procedural layers.

She also contributes written insights on legal developments, focusing on issues that shape corporate practice and dispute resolution in the UAE, particularly where regulatory change and procedural practice intersect.

Education

Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas (Sorbonne-Assas International Law School)

LLB in Comparative Law, covering French, English, and UAE law

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Experience highlights

• Assisted in the incorporation of companies in UAE mainland and free zones, including preparation of MOAs, board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and corporate governance documentation.
• Drafted and reviewed a wide range of bilingual commercial contracts, including service agreements, joint venture agreements, NDAs, lease contracts, and settlement documentation.
• Supported arbitration and litigation teams by managing case files, conducting detailed legal research, and preparing legal memoranda to aid dispute resolution strategies.
• Coordinated closely with clients to ensure smooth communication, timely updates, and alignment between legal advice and business objectives.
• Facilitated regulatory compliance and licensing processes with government and free zone authorities, ensuring corporate governance requirements were met efficiently.