Muhammad Hakem

Led the Legal and Government Relations functions for over 40 companies across diverse sectors, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective legal governance. Managed a team of 5 department heads, 17 employees, and coordinated with 10 external law firms while conducting performance evaluations. Oversaw litigation, court judgment execution, internal investigations, collections, and provided strategic corporate legal counsel. Supervised branch licensing plans and ensured compliance through legal support, regulatory guidance, and awareness sessions. Reviewed bilingual local and international agreements, managed contract processes, and updated policies related to competition, consumer protection, and trademarks.

Supervised corporate legal and judicial affairs, leading a team of 2 legal experts, 8 lawyers, and 3 paralegals while conducting performance evaluations and ensuring effective legal operations. Provided legal advisory across multiple areas of Egyptian law including labor, commercial, tax, civil, penal, corporate, maritime, international trade, arbitration, and mining regulations. Drafted and reviewed bilingual local and international agreements, legal memorandum, and official correspondence with ministries, governmental entities, diplomatic bodies, and the Ministry of Petroleum. Managed relationships with governmental authorities, judicial bodies, security entities, and national regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and smooth legal coordination. Reviewed contracts, leases, licenses, sales and purchase agreements, and real estate documents, while improving internal contract processes and coordinating with external legal counsel.

Conducted comprehensive legal research in criminal, civil, and commercial law to support case preparation and legal strategies. Assisted in drafting legal agreements, contracts, and memorandum while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Participated in client meetings and negotiations, providing legal insights and supporting senior counsel in resolving complex legal matters. Represented clients in legal proceedings and delivered oral arguments, strengthening advocacy and litigation skills.

Assisted in preparing legal documents, case files, and supporting materials for civil and criminal cases. Conducted legal research and supported senior attorneys and paralegals in case preparation and documentation. Coordinated meetings between lawyers and clients, ensuring proper scheduling and communication. Managed administrative tasks including document organization, appointment scheduling, and maintaining legal records under the supervision of senior partners.