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Our Team

Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Hogail

Partner

Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Hogail was a prominent figure in the Saudi legal system, renowned for his extensive knowledge and dedication to the rule of law. His distinguished career spanned several decades, marked by key appointments within the judiciary. He served as the Head of the Board of Grievances and a member of the Supreme Judicial Council, positions that allowed him to significantly influence the development and interpretation of Saudi law.

Al-Hogail’s academic foundation was strong, having earned a doctorate in law from Al-Azhar University, Egypt, with a focus on foreign investment in Saudi Arabia. This expertise, combined with his practical experience, enabled him to contribute profoundly to the legal landscape of the Kingdom. Throughout his career, he authored over 8,500 judicial rulings across various legal domains, including commercial, administrative, and criminal cases. His dedication to the administration of justice was further evident through his active participation in legal conferences and workshops, as well as his role as a founding member of the Saudi Jurisprudence Society.

After a distinguished career of public service, Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Hogail retired in 2011. His legacy, however, lives on through his extensive body of work and his contributions to the advancement of the Saudi legal system. His unwavering commitment to justice and his expertise in the field continue to inspire legal professionals and shape the legal landscape of Saudi Arabia.

Tariq Al-Tamimi

Co-founder & Managing Partner

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Tariq Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from King Saud University. He practiced law in some of the most prestigious law firms. He has more than 10 years of experience in the field of litigation before all judicial and quasi-judicial authorities. He has extensive experience in commercial regulations, diagnostic legal review, legal structuring of companies and legal departments, corporate governance of companies, merger and acquisition agreements and investment funds. Tariq became a certified arbitrator and a member of the British Royal Arbitration Association in 2022. He has also completed a number of courses in the field of law.

Walid Essam

Head of Litigation

Walid is an experienced commercial and corporate lawyer with more than 12 years of experience in the legal field in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in addition to his experience in the Arab Republic of Egypt. He practiced law as a legal advisor for some of the largest law firms in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which enabled him to acquire professional legal and advisory experiences. He provided legal advice and studies to many commercial companies, whether Saudi or foreign and focused during his work on commercial franchising commercial agencies, acquisitions and mergers of companies, as well as handling many cases related to clients’ activities, in which he achieved a success rate of passing judgments in the interest of clients approximately 88% of the total cases. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sharia and Law from Al-Azhar University in Cairo, in addition to a number of development certificates from accredited bodies in the field of law.

Johnny Hannouche

Head of Corporate

Johnny Hannouche is a senior associate in the corporate and banking & finance practices of Dr. Qaisar H. Metawea Law Firm. Johnny specializes in corporate and commercial law, with special emphasis on capital market regulations, public procurement law. He has over 14 years of experience in Saudi Arabia.

LLB from La Sagesse University.
He also holds an Islamic Finance Qualification accredited by the UK Securities Institute.

Counselor Dr. Ibrahim Ahmed Eltayeb Elshambaly

Senior Consultant and International Arbitration Practitioner

Head of Arbitration Department

Dr. Ibrahim holds a Phd in law from the (International Islamic University Malaysia), Masters of Law from (Al-Neelain University) in 1999, a Bachelor of Sharia and Law from the university of the Holy Quran in 1995 He also holds a number of Diplomas in different fields. Dr. Ibrahim is a member of the Saudi Bar Association, membership No.(911124) and a member of the Saudi Judicial Scientific Society, membership No.(430023). He is a certified arbitrator in numerous international arbitration centers. He has nearly thirty years of experience in legal consultations, arbitration, training and lecturing in universities. He also has great experience as a legal counsel working for many reputable entities and firms throughout the middle east. He has joined Hasafa to work as a legal counsel and Practitioner arbitrator.

Fares Fathiddin Beyanouni

Senior Advisor

LLM, PMP

Fares is a highly qualified, skilled and versatile legal professional with a Master’s degree in International Commercial Law (with Merit) from the University of Salford, UK, and a Bachelor’s degree (with first honors) from King Saud University in Riyadh. He has extensive experience working as a legal advisor in several law firms, and also served as a legal advisor for an international medical company, where he handled the project for two years alongside a legal team. Fares specializes in managing complex corporate matters from a legal standpoint, including contract management, board matters, and labor-related issues. He also provides expert advice on dealing with external parties, international trade, and ensuring compliance with regulations and legislations. In addition, Fares possesses specialized knowledge and experience in assisting foreign investors seeking to enter the Saudi Arabian market, ensuring compliance with all necessary regulations and laws. Furthermore, Fares is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), which has enabled him to demonstrate an outstanding ability to manage projects in a highly professional manner. He has successfully managed several high-complexity projects, utilizing his skills in project planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to achieve the desired outcomes. Fares’ exceptional skills in legal consultation, his ability to handle complex legal issues, and his experience in project management make him an exceptional asset for the organization.

Moayad Mohammed Al-Tamimi

Lawyer

Moayad holds a bachelor’s degree in Sharia from Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, and works for Hasafa as a Trainee lawyer. He handles several cases before various judicial authorities, and had also completed many legal courses.

Saad Ashry Al-Ashry

Lawyer

Saad holds a bachelor’s degree in law from Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz University, and works for Hasafa as a Trainee lawyer. He has pleaded in many cases before various judicial authorities. He also received many legal courses that qualify him to become a licensed lawyer in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Mona Al-Suhaim

Junior Counsel

Mona has a Bachelors Law degree from princess Nourah bint abdulrahman university, She has experience in auditing, editing and reviewing contracts and agreements. Mona joined our team as a Legal Counsel, she handles legal advice and contract review.

Mishary Alsulimi

Trainee lawyer

Mishary holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from King Saud University and worked in the legal department of a bank during the period of cooperative training. Meshari enjoys decent English language skill and aspires to work in the legal field to be a licensed lawyer.

Basil bin Salem Al-Sultan

Trainee lawyer

Basil Graduated from King Saud University, Faculty of Law. working as a trainee lawyer, Basil is ambitious and conversant with various legal aspects and commercial transactions. He handles many cases before various judicial authorities with extensive computer experience and is constantly improving his English skills.

Rehab Almutairi

Junior Counsel

Rehab is a graduate from King Saud University’s Faculty of Law and Political Science. She has gained extensive experience in legal research, reviewing, and drafting contracts and agreements. Recently, she joined Hasafa as a legal researcher to handle the preparation of legal research, review and draft various contracts and agreements.

Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaltham

Family Issues Counselor

Bachelor’s degree from Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University, 2005 Master’s degree from Eastern Michigan University, 2010 Doctor of Philosophy from Wayne State University, 2020 Specialized in Family issues, such as Divorce, Marriage, Family Therapy, Domestic violence, and child abuse. Assistant Professor at Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University. Member of the board of directors at the national social work association. Consultant at Tarafo Family Counseling Center.

Mohamed Alaa Riyad

Administrative Manager

Alaa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Imam Muhammad bin Saud University, and has worked for the Saudi Binladin Group for more than 8 years in multiple administrative positions. Alaa is fluent in English and has a wide experience in leadership and management for more than 11 years, and is currently working as the Administrative Manager of Hasafa.