Dubai, United Arab Emirates
I have always believed that the key to success is to implement all your learning into every situation that you come across. One must always look at the ways he/she can add value through going out of their way and getting to that extra-mile. In a challenge, I continue to look at opportunities that will put me one step closer to the overall objective and look forward to become an asset to the organization. This has stemmed from my experience, my skills and most of all my interactions across my career. As a team player, I always look at the best way not only to deliver, but to continue to make a valuable contribution to the overall goal set in front of me.
• Lead and manage the full range of Intellectual Property (IP) prosecution and portfolio services including trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and copyrights across the UAE and international jurisdictions. • Manage end-to-end prosecution of trademark, patent, and design applications, including filing, examination responses, oppositions, renewals, and enforcement coordination. • Draft and review legal documentation including office action responses, assignments, license agreements, oppositions, and recordals. • Handle PCT filings, Madrid Protocol applications, priority claims, and cross-border prosecution in coordination with foreign associates. • Liaise directly with UAE government authorities including the Ministry of Economy, Customs, Notary Public, and Free Zones to ensure regulatory compliance and procedural accuracy. • Coordinate customs recordation and support enforcement actions against infringement and counterfeit goods. • Oversee Dubai office IP operations, including supervision of workflow, task allocation, and quality control. • Supervise preparation of client proposals, quotations, and cost estimates in line with firm standards. • Conduct client consultations to assess IP protection strategies and ensure procedural compliance. • Monitor regulatory updates and procedural developments to maintain compliance across client portfolios. • Represent the firm in professional meetings and industry engagements where required.
With over 11 years of experience in IP law across the GCC, I offer tailored legal solutions to protect and grow your business. I specialize in trademarks, patents, designs, and company formation in the UAE, working closely with authorities to ensure compliance and success. Services I Provide: • Trademark Services - Conducting trademark searches. - Filing applications and managing renewals. - Handling oppositions and cancellations. • Patent Services - Preparing and filing patent applications. - Managing substantive examinations, grant certificates, and annuity payments. - Assistance with PCT filings and priority documents. • Design Services - Preparing and filing design applications. - Handling design assignments and power of attorney requirements. • Company Formation (Mainland & Free Zones) - Complete support for company formation in mainland and free zones. - Managing regulatory filings, licensing, and corporate bank accounts. • Customs & IP Enforcement - IP recordation with UAE Customs. - Representation in public prosecution cases for IP infringement. Why Choose Me? Extensive Knowledge: Over a decade of IP law experience ensures smooth and efficient service. Proven Track Record: Successfully managed large IP portfolios for international clients. Tailored Solutions: Client-focused, personalized legal strategies to meet your business needs. Transparent Pricing: Fixed-fee services with no hidden costs. I bring a wealth of experience, having worked with leading international law firms like DLA Piper Middle East and Gowling WLG, where I managed high-profile trademark and patent portfolios and represented clients in enforcement actions across the UAE. I offer proactive and strategic advice to ensure that your intellectual property is not only legally compliant but also optimized to support the growth and longevity of your business.
Trademark Application Management: • Managed the preparation, submission, and maintenance of trademark applications in adherence to legal standards and client specifications. Legal Document Drafting and Review: • Drafted and reviewed various legal documents including Appeals, Notices of Opposition, Counterstatement, Deeds of Assignments, and Powers of Attorney. Administrative Task Management: • Ensured timely handling of administrative tasks such as filings, renewals, assignments, change of names, and responses to office actions. Client Communication and Updates: • Provided clear guidance and regular updates to clients regarding trademark registration processes and application statuses. Coordination with Agents: • Coordinated effectively with agents in the GCC and Middle East, issuing clear instructions for seamless trademark registration and compliance. Enforcement and Collaboration: • Attended investigations and collaborated with authorities during raids to safeguard trademarks from infringement, particularly with the DED. Customs and Anti-Counterfeiting Measures: • Oversaw comprehensive registration of trademarks with UAE Customs to prevent unauthorized imports of counterfeit goods. Notary Public Assistance: • Facilitated client visits to the Notary Public for the processing of legal documents related to trademark matters. Record Keeping and Database Management: • Organized and maintained trademark application records within internal databases to ensure efficient document retrieval and management. Stakeholder Relationship Management: • Cultivated and maintained positive relationships with officials from the Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Notary Public to streamline processes and enhance client service
Trademark Management: • Prepare and maintain trademark applications. • Follow up on application processes with officials. • Prepare and review Appeals, Notices of Opposition, and Counterstatement. • Draft Deeds of Assignments and Power of Attorneys. Trademark Lifecycle and Compliance: • Handle filings, renewals, assignments, name changes, and responses to office actions. • Inform and guide clients through the registration process. • Coordinate instructions to agents in the GCC and Middle East for trademark registration. • Maintain trademark registrations across all UAE Customs. Trademark Enforcement: • Attend investigations and raids by the DED to protect client trademarks from infringement. Patent Management: • Prepare and maintain patent applications. • Manage annuity reminders in the UAE and GCC. • Advise clients on deadlines for supporting documents and annuity fees. Client Support and Legal Formalities: • Accompany clients to the Notary Public to ensure document processing. • Organize and upload trademark and patent applications into the database. Stakeholder Relationship Management: • Build and maintain relationships with officials at the Ministry of Economy in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Notary Public.
Key Responsibilities include: Providing general administrative support and work on special projects as needed. Conduct on-line trademark screening searches, evaluate results and report preliminary opinion to clients regarding availability of mark(s) for use and/or registration. Order and review full trademark searches, investigate relevant listings for details of use, evaluate results of searches and investigations, and draft opinion memos to clients regarding availability of mark(s) for use and/or registration; Preparing and maintaining in the registration and renewal of companies licenses in the UAE. Preparing and maintaining with filing trademark, service mark and copyright applications. Preparing and assisting with filing, renewals, assignments, change of names, and responses to office actions. Preparing and reviewing Notices of Opposition, Petitions for Cancellation, Extensions of Time to Oppose and Extensions of Discovery. Planning and organizing with investigation of third party uses of marks. Preparing cease and desist letters. Preparing and maintaining charts and reports of status of trademarks, copyrights, and enforcement actions. Organizing, filing and scanning the official documents according to records and contract management procedures.