John Phillips (Founder & Litigation Lawyer)
Senior Advocate, Owner and Partner
John Phillips is a distinguished barrister with a reputation for excellence, serving a broad spectrum of clients across the country. Admitted to the Law Societies of Alberta (1990), Ontario (2002), and Nunavut, he is highly sought after for his expertise. John regularly represents clients in various courts, including Provincial Superior Courts, Federal Court, and before Provincial Securities Regulators. His extensive experience spans corporate and commercial litigation, class actions, administrative law, criminal law, professional liability, insurance litigation, labour and employment law, and private international law in the United Arab Emirates.
It is about understanding the cultural and emotional background of the players involved in the legal dispute and not only about translation of words and phrases.
It is about giving personal legal services in a multi linguistic and multi cultural environment.
In order to pursude new professional challenges, I am a partner to the foundation of an International Organisation of Lawyers, to be able to solve the complex issues that will come along.
I am member of the board of this organisation and in 2023 I was appointed Managing Partner of WILL..
A. Olthuis Senior Counsel
Senior Legal Consultant and Arbitrator, Executive Chairman and Founding Partner
A. Olthuis Senior Counsel is a founding partner NA-Lawyers, specializing in Aboriginal rights. He represents First Nations across Canada in litigation and major negotiations, including those related to comprehensive and specific land rights, self-government, and impacts and benefits agreements with project proponents.
John served as legal counsel to the Chiefs of Ontario and was a table negotiator at the Aboriginal Government table for the Assembly of First Nations during the Charlottetown Accord Constitutional negotiations. His extensive experience also includes representing clients in environmental cases and appearing before various federal boards, commissions, and agencies across Canada, such as the National Energy Board, the Berger Commission, and federal and provincial environmental assessment panels.
Since 2006, John has been annually recognized by his peers and included in The Best Lawyers in the United Arab Emirates.
Ms. Maleka
Senior Family and Corporate Lawyer
Ms. Maleka is a qualified lawyer with a Bachelor’s degree in Law and a Postgraduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights from, Mumbai, India. With extensive experience in UAE laws, Maleka specializes in providing NA-legal guidance across a range of areas, including family disputes, intellectual property, corporate law, and compliance with regional regulations.
Committed to offering tailored legal solutions, she combines a strong foundation in Indian law with a deep understanding of the legal landscape in the UAE, ensuring comprehensive support for clients.
- Family Lawyer
- Divorce specialist
- Child Custody
- Corporate lawyer
- Inheritance Law
- Debt Recovery Law
Mr. Muhammad Arslan
Senior Legal Associate
Ms. Mahnoor Nazir
Legal Associate
Ms. Mahnoor Nazir is a skilled divorce lawyer who brings a unique blend of expertise, compassion, and strategic insight to family law. With a passion for advocating for her clients during one of the most challenging times in their lives, she has built a solid reputation for handling complex divorce cases with care and precision. Her legal acumen covers a wide spectrum of divorce-related matters, including child custody, spousal support, asset division, and dispute resolution.
Nazir’s approach is centered on delivering personalized solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client. She is known for her meticulous preparation, strong negotiation skills, and a steadfast commitment to securing the best possible outcomes. Mahnoor’s calm and confident demeanor in high-stress situations ensures that her clients feel supported and well-represented throughout the legal process.
Beyond the courtroom, she is dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth, staying ahead of legal trends and developments in family law. Her ability to manage cases with both compassion and tenacity makes her a respected lawyer in the field. Whether working through mediation or representing clients in contentious situations, Mahnoor’s focus remains on delivering justice and protecting the rights of her clients.
Asad Shahid
Business Development Executive
I have a passion for Marketing and Communications. My strong interpersonal skills allow me to adapt and respond positively to different cultures and diverse environments.
– I am self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to quickly learn new skills and concepts while always maintaining a positive and professional attitude. I consider myself a loyal, trustworthy, and reliable individual who exudes a high level of confidence and is great at multitasking.
– Experienced Automotive Repair & Maintenance with a demonstrated history of working Experience in the industry. Skilled in Lead Generation, PPC, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, and Email Marketing.
– Optimizing eCommerce conversion funnels by using CRO in the different stages like awareness, consideration, and conversion campaigns. All I do is to optimize each stage according to product nature & consumer behavior to provide the best user experience while campaigning on any platform ( Facebook Ads or Google Ads).
– Implementing automation in marketing by configuring chat bots with social platforms and Email automation & autoresponders & Email sequences to nurture the income leads and drip campaigns to achieve different goals according to business needs.
Marina Schulte Thomas
Executive Secretary to the Chairman & Founder Partner.
Marina Schulte Thomas is the Executive Assistant to the Founding Partner & Executive Chairman, with 12 years of extensive experience in BPO, chemical supply and trade, contracting, industrial sectors, and legal firms.
She is a meticulous and task-oriented professional, skilled in managing both internal and external communications. Marina excels in supporting day-to-day administrative, financial, and operational functions through effective collaboration with C-Level Executives.
Her expertise in aligning business objectives with administrative functions ensures optimal operational impact and increased efficiency.
Marina holds a degree in Computer, Information Sciences, and Support Services from Dr. Filemon C. Aguilar Information Technology Training Institute in Manila, Philippines.