Yasser Al Attar
General Counsel & Board Secretary
Bahrain
Summary
Accomplished legal executive with over 15 years of experience in corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, arbitration, and compliance. Proven leadership as General Counsel and Board Secretary, managing end-to-end legal strategy and administration for group-level operations. Expert in overseeing board meetings, regulatory filings, legal risk, and dispute resolution. Trusted advisor to senior leadership, with a strong record in handling group-wide corporate structuring, commercial registrations, and employment matters.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
General Counsel & Board Secretary
Nass Corporation & Nass Group
01.2024 - Current
- Lead and manage the legal and board secretarial functions across Nass Corporation and Nass Group.
- Organize and oversee all Board of Directors meetings, Board resolutions, Annual General Meetings (AGMs), and Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs).
- Handle all legal aspects of company incorporation, commercial registration, and restructuring activities.
- Oversee the legal administration of transient and permanent employees, ensuring full compliance with labor laws.
- Coordinate legal matters across sectors including construction, trading, and corporate services.
- Provide legal counsel on risk, compliance, contracts, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities, notaries, and external counsel to secure business continuity and compliance.
Head of Legal
Nass Corporation
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided strategic legal guidance on contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
- Drafted and reviewed high-value contracts and advised on corporate transactions.
- Conducted legal due diligence and negotiated legal terms in M&A and commercial transactions.
Legal Advisor
Nass Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Supported management in litigation, arbitration, and corporate legal strategy.
- Advised on construction law, labor disputes, and regulatory frameworks.
- Drafted legal opinions, memos, and legal documentation for internal and external use.
Legal Researcher
Nass Corporation
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Conducted extensive legal research and supported senior legal staff in case preparation.
- Participated in internal compliance initiatives and dispute documentation.
Legal Trainee
Al-Attar Law Firm
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents and contracts.
- Attended court sessions and worked on litigation and arbitration cases.
- Engaged in privatization and commercial law matters in both public and private sectors.
Education
LL.B. - English Section
Ain Shams University
Higher Diploma - Corporate Governance
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport
Diploma - International Commercial Arbitration
Equity College
International Fellowship - Arbitration
G.C.C. Commercial Arbitration Center
Skills
- Board Governance & Secretariat Functions
- Commercial Registration & Corporate Structuring
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation
- Legal Risk & Regulatory Compliance
Certification
FIDIC Module 3: Understanding DABs – FIDIC Academy
Legal Practice Areas
- Civil Law
- Criminal Law
- Commercial Law
- Construction Law
- Administrative Law
- Labor Law
- Arbitration & Mediation
Legal Admissions Affiliations
- Licensed Attorney – Egyptian Bar Association
- Accredited Arbitrator – G.C.C. Commercial Arbitration Center & Arab International Organization
- Adjudicator – MENA Forum, INCODIR
Timeline
General Counsel & Board Secretary
Nass Corporation & Nass Group
01.2024 - Current
Head of Legal
Nass Corporation
01.2021 - 01.2023
Legal Advisor
Nass Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2020
Legal Researcher
Nass Corporation
01.2013 - 01.2014
Legal Trainee
Al-Attar Law Firm
01.2008 - 01.2012
Higher Diploma - Corporate Governance
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport
Diploma - International Commercial Arbitration
Equity College
International Fellowship - Arbitration
G.C.C. Commercial Arbitration Center
LL.B. - English Section
Ain Shams University
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