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Isra Ahmed mohamoud

Legal Associate

Somaliland•8+ years experience

Also works as: Legal Officer · Corporate Paralegal · Compliance Specialist · Contracts Specialist · Legal Advisor · Human Rights Officer · Policy Analyst

Legal Associate | Corporate Law & Statutory Compliance | Research & Contract Drafting

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About

I am a legal professional and law graduate with expertise in corporate frameworks, constitutional law, and regulatory compliance. My background spans rigorous legal research, contract drafting, dispute documentation, and administrative advocacy across public institutions and private practice. I bridge technical legal analysis with meticulous operational management to safeguard organizational interests and advance client outcomes. I am eager to apply my research precision, statutory knowledge, and advisory capabilities to international legal operations.

Experience

  1. WL

    Legal Associate

    Present

    Wadajir Law Office

    2024 — Present · 2 yrs

    • Draft and review commercial contracts, dispute settlements, and binding agreements to protect client legal interests.
    • Execute statutory and case law research across local and regional jurisdictions to support litigation strategies.
    • Manage court filing schedules and track litigation proceedings to ensure zero procedural defaults.
    • Counsel commercial and individual clients on Somaliland labour statutes and regulatory compliance obligations.
    • Partner with senior advocates to prepare complex legal memoranda, briefs, and trial evidence documentation.
  2. NE

    Chairperson

    National Electoral Commission

    2024 — 2024 · <1 yr

    • Supervised polling station operations to ensure strict adherence to national electoral laws and administrative guidelines.
    • Resolved procedural issues and field disputes swiftly to preserve an orderly and transparent voting environment.
    • Commanded on-site election personnel and safeguarded the distribution and custody of sensitive electoral materials.
    • Liaised directly with domestic and international observers, party agents, and local security officers during proceedings.
    • Compiled, reconciled, and submitted certified election return documentation and operational reports to district authorities.
  3. SN

    Paralegal

    Somaliland National Disability Forum

    2022 — 2023 · 1 yr

    • Managed initial legal intakes and recorded formal human rights grievance documentation for community members.
    • Synthesized case files and drafted comprehensive referral summaries for senior advocates and legal aid networks.
    • Facilitated rights awareness workshops focused on statutory disability protections, human rights, and civil equity.
    • Maintained centralized client record management systems and tracked official institutional correspondence.
    • Authored clear informational legal guides to demystify protective legislation and improve community access to justice.
  4. MO

    Legal Intern

    Ministry of Constitutional Affairs and Parliamentary Relations

    2021 — 2022 · 1 yr

    • Analyzed proposed legislative drafts to assess alignment with national constitutional mandates and governing statutes.
    • Authored structured briefing notes and legal analytical summaries to guide parliamentary review processes.
    • Monitored legislative progression across parliamentary sessions and compiled comprehensive statutory tracking registers.
    • Documented minutes and statutory deliberations during multi-stakeholder policy formulation sessions.
    • Supported senior legal counsel with administrative oversight, statutory cross-referencing, and memorandum drafting.
  5. HS

    Teacher

    Haldoor Schools

    2018 — 2020 · 2 yrs

    • Designed and delivered structured daily lesson plans in strict alignment with established national curriculum frameworks.
    • Administered academic examinations, evaluated performance metrics, and provided actionable developmental feedback.
    • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to communicate academic milestones and student progress transparently.
    • Implemented engaging pedagogical methods that stimulated student critical thinking and classroom participation.
    • Coordinated with academic faculty and school administration to execute institutional events and extracurricular initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

University of Hargeisa

Diploma in Human Resource Management

Tima-Ade University

Diploma in IT and Computer Science

Tanaad College

Diploma in Multimedia

Tisqaad College

Diploma in Computer Applications

Tisqaad College

Diploma in Islamic Studies

Al-Imaamu Ibnu Baaz

Diploma in English Language

Horseed College

Secondary School Certificate

Noradin Girls High Schools

Primary School Certificate

Al-Furqaan Schools

Skills

Legal Research
Contract Review & Drafting
Court Filing & Procedures
Legal Advice & Client Support
Labour Law & Employment Regulations
Constitutional Law
Paralegal Practice
Human Rights Advocacy
QuickBooks
Odoo ERP
Graphic Design
Public Speaking

Languages

SomaliNativeEnglishProfessional) (FluentArabicFluent

Certifications

Accounting Associate ProgramBridge Academy
Accounting Specialist ProgramBridge Academy
CAF CertifiedICPAS
Constitution of SomalilandMinistry of Constitutional Affairs and Parliamentary Relations
Public Speaking CertificationHalgan Academy
Holy Qur'an CertificationDaaru Tansil

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