Attorney Layan is a licensed Saudi lawyer who graduated with Excellent standing and Second-Class Honors from Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University. She brings a strong record in litigation, contract drafting, and in-depth legal research, delivering well-reasoned memoranda and persuasive pleadings before Saudi courts and arbitration panels. Layan excels in analyzing complex regulations, structuring commercial contracts, and developing internal corporate policies that mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
Legal Specializations and Areas of Practice:
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Commercial & Corporate Disputes
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Labor & Employment
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Intellectual Property (IP)
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Tax, Zakat & Regulatory Compliance
Key Legal Projects:
- Conducted a legal study on the jurisdiction of courts in Saudi Arabia, analyzing relevant legal documents and frameworks.
- Represented multiple clients in litigation and arbitration sessions, including cases related to inheritance distribution and estate division.
- Drafted and submitted objection pleadings and legal memoranda through the Najiz platform.
- Participated in drafting and amending a conflict of interest policy in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Prepared various legal opinions for clients across different sectors, covering commercial and real estate cases.
- Managed labor and commercial disputes in collaboration with specialized law firms.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Islamic Law (Sharia) – Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University.
Languages:
- Arabic
- English