Meet Our Team

<b>Partner – Turkey</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Dilara Altay serves as our Partner in Turkey, bringing invaluable cross-border legal support to clients operating between the United Arab Emirates and Turkey. A high honors graduate of Uludağ University Faculty of Law, with a master’s degree from Galatasaray University completed with distinction, Dilara offers a combination of academic excellence and robust international legal practice.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Through her partnership with Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants, Dilara plays a central role in supporting UAE-based clients who seek to invest in or resolve legal matters in Turkey. Her bilingual capabilities and extensive cross-border legal experience ensure that clients receive seamless representation, whether entering the Turkish market or navigating complex disputes abroad.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Dilara’s presence strengthens the firm’s international reach, ensuring that our clients benefit from expert legal support in Turkey, delivered with clarity, professionalism, and strategic foresight.</span>

<b>Senior Associate</b> <b>Ameen Mashaal</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a Senior Associate in our Corporate team. With over a decade of legal expertise, he brings a strong blend of technical excellence and commercial acumen to his practice, advising clients across all stages of the business lifecycle; from market entry and structuring to expansion, restructuring, and exit.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Ameen is highly experienced in advising on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, joint ventures, cross-border investments, and regulatory compliance. He regularly supports clients in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, construction and engineering contracts, and strategic partnerships.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">He also works closely with clients on legal risk management and dispute avoidance strategies, particularly in sectors such as construction, real estate, manufacturing, and technology. His in-depth understanding of regional legal frameworks and international commercial standards allows him to deliver tailored solutions that align with business objectives and mitigate exposure in dynamic regulatory environments.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Known for his clarity, precision, and strategic foresight, Ameen is a trusted advisor to both regional businesses and international corporations navigating the UAE and wider GCC market.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Ameen holds two Master of Laws (LL.M.) degrees : one in International Business Law and another in Criminal Law. His academic journey focused on corporate transactions, commercial arbitration, and cross-border legal strategy. His solid academic background complements his practical experience, enabling him to approach complex legal challenges with both theoretical depth and real-world insight.</span>

<b><i>Founder & Managing Partner</i></b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Omar Mossad is the driving force behind Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants. A legal strategist, litigator, and trusted advisor with an unwavering commitment to justice. With over a decade of hands-on experience in the UAE legal market, he has led some of the most complex and high-stakes cases across commercial, criminal, and civil domains.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">A natural leader and a relentless advocate, Omar is known for his fearless representation of clients from all walks of life, from multinational corporations to individuals facing life-changing legal battles. What sets him apart is not just his deep knowledge of UAE law, but his instinct to go beyond the textbook ; to listen, to understand, and to fight with heart.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Omar’s extensive legal education in English has made him uniquely equipped to serve both regional and international clients with clarity and precision. But his reputation wasn’t built in classrooms , it was earned in courtrooms, strategy rooms, and face-to-face with the people he serves.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">At Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants, Omar leads with vision and purpose  empowering a team that delivers not only results, but trust, empathy, and excellence. For him, law isn’t just a profession. It’s a calling.</span>

<b><i>Attorney</i></b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Khalid Al Sarookh is a certified attorney at Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants, established in 2018  with a clear vision: to deliver justice with integrity, precision, and purpose. As a licensed attorney with rights of audience before Dubai Courts, Khalid brings more than legal experience; he brings authority, strategic insight, and a deep-rooted understanding of the UAE’s legal system.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">With a distinguished record built over years of dedicated practice, Khalid is widely respected for his sharp litigation skills, measured judgment, and unwavering commitment to client advocacy. His extensive network spans the UAE’s legal, business, governmental, and regulatory spheres, relationships he has cultivated through trust, excellence, and results.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Khalid leads with both principle and pragmatism. Whether navigating complex disputes or advising on high-stakes legal matters, he represents the values at the heart of Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants: fearless representation, client-first service, and an unshakeable belief in justice.</span>

<b>Legal Operations Director</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Amjad Youssef is the Legal Operations Director at Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants, where he oversees the firm’s legal workflows, client service systems, and strategic case coordination across a wide spectrum of practice areas. Fluent in both Arabic and English, Amjad plays a vital role in supporting the firm’s growing base of international and multilingual clients.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">With over a decade of experience, Amjad has worked across a diverse range of legal disciplines, including Property Law, Divorce and Family Law, Business and Corporate Law, Employment and Labor Law, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, as well as Intellectual Property, Trademark, and Copyright Law. His broad legal knowledge allows him to anticipate client needs, align multidisciplinary legal teams, and support high-stakes matters with exceptional efficiency.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Amjad’s reputation for operational leadership and legal insight makes him a trusted advisor for clients seeking dependable legal guidance, particularly those involved in multi-faceted or cross-border cases. His strategic oversight ensures that every client benefits from a well-structured, results-driven legal experience, delivered with professionalism, clarity, and care.</span>

<b>Senior Associate</b> <b>Hozifa</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a Senior Associate in our Real Estate practice, based in Dubai. He advises on a wide range of real estate matters, including real estate development, commercial leasing, hospitality, and branded residences.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Hozifa has been an integral part of Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants</span><b> since its inception</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, playing a key role in shaping the firm's real estate practice. From the beginning, he has contributed significant value through his deep legal expertise, client-first approach, and ability to navigate complex transactions with precision. His commitment to excellence and strategic thinking have made him a trusted advisor both within the firm and to a wide range of clients.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">He advises on both transactional and contentious matters, including the sale and purchase of high-value real estate, joint ventures, property management arrangements, real estate finance, property litigation, and corporate structuring. His experience spans the full life cycle of real estate development; from project initiation and site acquisition to post-completion management.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Hozifa represents a diverse client base, including government entities, developers, investors, ultra-high-net-worth and high-net-worth individuals, and financial institutions.</span>

<b>Senior Associate</b> <b>Ameen Meshaal</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a Senior Associate in our Corporate team. With over a decade of legal expertise, he brings a strong blend of technical excellence and commercial acumen to his practice, advising clients across all stages of the business lifecycle; from market entry and structuring to expansion, restructuring, and exit.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Ameen is highly experienced in advising on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, joint ventures, cross-border investments, and regulatory compliance. He regularly supports clients in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, construction and engineering contracts, and strategic partnerships.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">He also works closely with clients on legal risk management and dispute avoidance strategies, particularly in sectors such as construction, real estate, manufacturing, and technology. His in-depth understanding of regional legal frameworks and international commercial standards allows him to deliver tailored solutions that align with business objectives and mitigate exposure in dynamic regulatory environments.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Known for his clarity, precision, and strategic foresight, Ameen is a trusted advisor to both regional businesses and international corporations navigating the UAE and wider GCC market.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Ameen holds two Master of Laws (LL.M.) degrees : one in International Business Law and another in Criminal Law. His academic journey focused on corporate transactions, commercial arbitration, and cross-border legal strategy. His solid academic background complements his practical experience, enabling him to approach complex legal challenges with both theoretical depth and real-world insight.</span>

<b>Senior Legal Consultant</b> <b>Louay</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a Senior Legal Consultant at Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants, with over 22 years of experience advising and representing both international and local clients across a wide spectrum of legal matters. His deep understanding of the regional legal landscape, combined with a meticulous eye for detail, makes him a highly sought-after advisor for clients navigating complex legal and regulatory environments.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Louay’s practice covers civil, commercial, and corporate matters, including contract disputes, regulatory compliance, real estate and property law, employment matters, and company formation. He regularly represents clients before local authorities and courts, offering practical and results-driven legal solutions tailored to the unique challenges faced by businesses and individuals in the UAE.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">With more than two decades of experience, Louay brings strategic insight, legal precision, and a client-focused approach to every matter he handles. His ability to simplify complex legal issues and deliver sound, actionable advice has earned him the trust of clients from diverse industries and jurisdictions.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Louay plays a key role in supporting Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultant's international clients in cross-border matters, while also acting as a reliable advisor for local entities navigating domestic legal issues.</span>

<strong>ASSOCIATE</strong> <b>Aleen Almethawi </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">is an associate at Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants, playing a vital role in ensuring the smooth and effective preparation of legal documents and court submissions. With over seven years of experience working within the judicial system, including as a judge’s assistant,  she brings a deep understanding of court procedures and document presentation standards.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Aleen provides critical legal and administrative support across a wide range of practice areas, helping ensure that each case is managed with precision and clarity. She prepares and manages comprehensive case files, coordinates hearing schedules, and facilitates clear communication between clients, attorneys, and court officials.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Her responsibilities also include conducting legal research, reviewing pleadings and memoranda, and supporting the legal team in trial preparation. Her attention to detail and practical knowledge of UAE legal processes contribute significantly to the strength and readiness of Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants’s casework.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Driven, efficient, and highly organized, Aleen ensures that every case she supports is presented accurately and effectively ; helping our clients’ voices be heard in every courtroom.</span>

<b>Administrative Coordinator</b> <b>Elma Alkhoja</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a vital part of </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">’s operations, serving as our Administrative Coordinator and a cornerstone of daily case management. With a deep understanding of how a law firm functions, Elma ensures that every file is where it needs to be, every update reaches the client on time, and every lawyer has what they need to focus on delivering results.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">As the first point of contact for many internal workflows, Elma plays a crucial role in keeping communication clear between clients and legal professionals. She guides clients through our internal systems, shows them how to track the status of their cases, and makes sure they feel informed and supported at every stage.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Beyond documents and deadlines, Elma brings a human touch to administration. She listens, she anticipates needs, and she makes sure the process is as smooth and stress-free as possible for our clients  because she understands that behind every case is a person looking for answers, resolution, and peace of mind.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">At </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Khalid Al Sarookh Advocates and Legal Consultants</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Elma ensures that nothing falls through the cracks ; not a file, not a detail, not a client concern.</span>