Al Tamimi & Company one of the top full service law firms in the UAE and MENA region just concluded its series of legal sessions for students registered to take the Legal Clinic course at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi. The course, which was eight weeks long, started on 12 September and ended on every Thursday of October at the Abu Dhabi office of the law firm.
It aimed to provide students who studied in university, particularly those in a diversified range of legal topics, with practical insight and profound knowledge. It was designed to fill gaps between theory and practice in sessions where the interaction of students with legal experts at every level could take place, allowing for deep insight into the law subjects while performing actual tasks at the level of legal fields.
The program was designed to polish the skills of the students through hands-on learning, discussions, and simulations that would prepare them for a future legal career. This is the first initiative of its kind in the region, and the program is not only beneficial to the students but also contributes to the broader legal community by building critical legal skills typically learned through formal legal training.
This collaboration is reflective of Al Tamimi & Company's commitment to advancing legal education and supporting the next generation of legal professionals. Nurturing talent through a program such as this goes a long way toward improving practical legal training in the region.
Dr. Beatriz Garcia, Associate Professor, Law, Economics and Management Department at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, stated, “We are thrilled to partner with Al Tamimi & Company for this program. The sessions offered at Al Tamimi & Company as part of the Legal Clinic course enrich our students’ educational and practical experience and enhance their preparation for the job market. This collaboration will positively impact our students, and we anticipate future projects that demonstrate the synergy between academic institutions and legal experts in addressing real-world challenges”.
Alex Ghazi, Partner and Head of Office at Al Tamimi & Company, commented, “We are committed to nurturing the next generation of legal talent. These learning sessions provide students with the opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals and reflect our dedication to advancing legal education in the community. Empowering students with practical knowledge is vital for their success”.
Raneem Salha, Trainee Solicitor at Al Tamimi & Company, added, “Participating in bringing these sessions to life has been incredibly rewarding. It’s been a pleasure to share my experiences and insights with students. As the Trainees of Al Tamimi & Company, supervised by the Senior Lawyers, are tasked with guiding the students through their tasks in the sessions, we have been learning alongside the students - gaining insight into the responsibility of mentoring others and our varied leadership styles. More than this, our Partners and Senior Lawyers have also brought an invaluable element to the sessions by speaking to the students and answering all the questions they have had. I am inspired by my colleagues and the students’ enthusiasm and commitment”.
The sessions provided to the students of the Legal Clinic course highlight the importance of practical legal education and the need for similar initiatives in the UAE and the region. This program reinforces Al Tamimi & Company’s commitment to fostering legal literacy and supporting aspiring legal professionals in their career development.
