Lara Sadek, Junior Associate

Lara Sadek

Junior Associate

Chehab Lawyers

Location
Lebanon - Beirut
Education
Master's degree, Legal Data Processing
Experience
2 years, 0 Months

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Total years of experience :2 years, 0 Months

Junior Associate at Chehab Lawyers
  • Lebanon - Beirut
  • My current job since December 2023

• Conducted thorough legal research on various civil and commercial law matters, analyzing relevant case law, statutes, and regulations to identify legal precedents and support client arguments.
• Drafted clear, concise, and persuasive legal documents, including contracts, agreements, legal opinions, and court filings, ensuring adherence to legal formatting and style guides.
• Assisted in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, meticulously analyzing terms and conditions to ensure client protection and adherence to legal regulations.
• Negotiated contract terms with opposing counsel, effectively advocating for client interests and achieving favorable outcomes.
• Researched and analyzed legal issues related to civil and commercial disputes, providing well-founded recommendations and strategies for client representation.
• Drafted legal pleadings and motions for court filings, supporting senior lawyers in litigation proceedings.
• Maintained clear and consistent communication with clients, keeping them informed of case progress, explaining legal complexities in a clear and understandable manner.

Legal Researcher at Hokouki NGO
  • United States - Washington Terrace
  • June 2022 to December 2023

• Utilized legal research skills to identify laws protecting women in the Mena region, contributing to a women’s empowerment project.

Junior Associate at Ohaila Taraf Lawfirm
  • Lebanon - Beirut
  • September 2023 to November 2023

• Conducted in-depth legal research on complex criminal cases, analyzing relevant case law, statutes, and procedures to identify key legal issues.
• Drafted various legal documents, including motions to suppress evidence, pre-trial briefs, and witness interview summaries, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to legal formatting guidelines.
• Meticulously prepared case files for trial, maintaining a comprehensive and organized system for all documents and evidence.
• Demonstrated strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks and meeting all deadlines for legal filings and court appearances.
• Gained valuable courtroom experience by observing trial proceedings, gaining insights into trial strategy and courtroom etiquette.
• Assisted senior lawyers in trial preparation tasks, including preparing exhibits and managing trial logistics.

Education

Master's degree, Legal Data Processing
  • at Universite La Sagesse
  • December 2023

Intellectual Property Laws: Copy right, Patent, Trademark, and Cybercrimes. My thesis explored the "Famous Trademarks Protection System: A Comparative Study of the European Union, the United States of America, and Lebanon."

Bachelor's degree, Law
  • at Beirut Arab University
  • July 2021

Specialties & Skills

Trademark Prosecution
Intellectual Property
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Legal Advice
Team worker
Microsoft office
Problem solving

Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Native Speaker
French
Beginner

Memberships

Beirut Bar Association
  • Trainee Lawyer
  • October 2023

Training and Certifications

Certificate of completion of the General Course on Intellectual Property at WIPO academy (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 2023
IC3 internet Core Competency Certification (Certificate)
Interuniversity program on international criminal law and procedure (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2020