Roxanne Roukoz
Ghent
Summary
Experienced corporate and litigation lawyer in the Middle East and member of the Beirut Bar Association. Excellent negotiation, legal writing and public speaking skills. Passionate about the law and have a particular soft spot for exploring uncharted territories of legal thought and discovering innovative legal solutions for complex problems.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR LAWYER
Khoury and Tayoun Law Firm
06.2019 - Current
- Advised and represented clients in courts and before government agencies.
- Drafted legal documents, law suits and contracts tailored to client's needs.
- Engaged in negotiations with opposing parties, representing clients professionally.
- Researched local and international laws.
- Acted as legal advisor to organizations to enforce compliance with statutory duties.
- Monitored changes in law and practice to inform client departments of changes with direct impact on business activities.
JUNIOR LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Khoury And Tayoun Law Firm
07.2013 - 06.2019
- Represented clients in courts.
- Conducted legal research and analysis.
- Organized case exhibits and evidentiary items in preparation for trial. Delivered general legal advice.
- Drafted and negotiated contracts and other legal documents.
- Reviewed and analyzed litigation files to brief colleagues and clients.
- Assisted team in day-to-day activities.
FIELD OFFICER
ACTED NGO
09.2013 - 01.2014
- Implemented WASH Project
- Acted as liaison between NGO and local authorities operating on grounds and in refugee camps Assessed housing conditions of refugees
- Organized aid distribution
- Drafted daily and weekly reports
Compliance Officer
NECB Bank
05.2012 - 05.2013
- Investigated and reported on suspected breaches of compliance laws, regulations and standards.
- Implemented new legislation to keep ongoing compliance, communicating new processes and regulations across relevant departments.
- Reviewed company compliance program to identify potential gaps and opportunities for improvement.
Classroom Teacher
Après École
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Nursery Assistant
Baby College
06.2008 - 09.2010
- Set targets for key children to build skills and confidence.
- Managed feeding and nap schedules for babies.
- Coordinated and planned activities which kept children engaged and entertained throughout the day.
Education
LL.M - International And European Business Law, Law
Gent University
Ghent, Belgium07.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - International Commercial Arbitration, International
Queen Mary University of London
London2019
Masters 1 - Law
Lebanese University
Jdeideh, Lebanon2013
Bachelor - Law
Lebanese University
Jdeideh, Lebanon2012
Skills
- Negotiation and public speaking skills
- Drafting legal documents and academic texts
- Research and legal analytical skills
- European Union market and agencies knowledge
- Attention to detail
- Adept team player within international and diverse teams
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Dutch
Beginner (A1)
Certification
- Certificate in international cooperation and mutual legal assistance in criminal matters.
- Certificate in identifying, analyzing and reporting terrorist financing threats.
- Member of the Beirut Bar Association.
- Certificate of training in legal protection of vulnerable persons.
- Diploma in International Commercial Arbitration.
- Certificate of legal training by the Institute of Lebanese lawyers.
- Certificate of training in divorce law
Conferences and Presentations
- 2022 Evolution of the law and anti-corruption regulations in the Energy Sector with OPES, Lebanon
- 2019 Legal reform and access to information in the public sector, Municipality of Rmeily, Lebanon
- 2017 Human Rights Conference with Justice without frontiers, Lebanon
- 2009 Model United Nations delegate representing Switzerland, LAU university Lebanon (won the diplomacy award)
Timeline
SENIOR LAWYER
Khoury and Tayoun Law Firm
06.2019 - Current
FIELD OFFICER
ACTED NGO
09.2013 - 01.2014
JUNIOR LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Khoury And Tayoun Law Firm
07.2013 - 06.2019
Compliance Officer
NECB Bank
05.2012 - 05.2013
Classroom Teacher
Après École
09.2011 - 05.2012
Nursery Assistant
Baby College
06.2008 - 09.2010
LL.M - International And European Business Law, Law
Gent University
Diploma of Higher Education - International Commercial Arbitration, International
Queen Mary University of London
Masters 1 - Law
Lebanese University
Bachelor - Law
Lebanese University
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