Jenifer Abu Nasr
Jenifer specializes in international dispute resolution and arbitration, with a strong academic and practical background in cross-border legal matters. She supports the firm’s arbitration and DIFC Court practice, advising on complex contractual disputes and corporate legal agreements.
A First Class Honours LLB graduate from Middlesex University and an LLM graduate in International Dispute Resolution from the University of Birmingham (Distinction), Jenifer brings academic rigour and real-world experience to her work. She has contributed to arbitration cases at CVML alongside Fernando Ortega and was recognized as a top speaker at the Willem C. Vis Moot for her skills in legal drafting and oral advocacy.
In addition to her legal work, Jenifer is an adjunct lecturer at De Montfort University and has a track record of community engagement, having volunteered at refugee camps organized by the Joint Christian Community.
Her commitment to excellence, bilingual proficiency, and focus on alternative dispute resolution make her a valued part of the legal team.
Core Responsibilities
- Facilitating client communication and service coordination
- Managing administrative workflows and supporting legal teams
- Ensuring smooth interdepartmental collaboration
- Representing the firm in client-facing engagements with professionalism and care
Areas of Practice
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
International Law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Core Responsibilities
- Facilitating client communication and service coordination
- Managing administrative workflows and supporting legal teams
- Ensuring smooth interdepartmental collaboration
- Representing the firm in client-facing engagements with professionalism and care
Qualifications
Admissions
- Not admitted as an advocate
- Acts as Paralegal in UAE
Academic
- Master of Laws (LLM), International Dispute Resolution, University of Birmingham, Dubai (2022–2023)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Middlesex University, Dubai (2019–2022)
- Foundation in Law, Middlesex University, Dubai (2018–2019)
- High School Diploma, Victoria English School (2005–2018)
Licenses & Certifications
- Facilitating client communication and service coordination
- Managing administrative workflows and supporting legal teams
- Ensuring smooth interdepartmental collaboration
- Representing the firm in client-facing engagements with professionalism and care
Languages
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