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Mohamed  Ali Abdillahi

Mohamed Ali Abdillahi

Legal Expert
Hargeisa,WO

Summary

Strengthened government constitutional and administrative frameworks with thorough legal analysis and drafting. Provided essential legal guidance to government entities, ensuring compliance and reducing risks. Facilitated donor-funded governance projects by translating legal complexities into actionable guidance and enhancing training for public officials. Increased public awareness of constitutional matters through research initiatives and educational outreach.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director - Legal

Egality Legal Solutions
10.2025 - Current
  • Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state laws and legal precedents.
  • Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
  • Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
  • Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
  • Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
  • Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
  • Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
  • Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
  • Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
  • Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
  • Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.

Legal Advisor

Somaliland Office of Solicitor General
06.2025 - Current

Counsel Solicitor General and government entities regarding constitutional, civil, administrative, and criminal issues.

Prepare, scrutinize, and revise legal documents, contracts, and official correspondence ensuring adherence to national laws and international standards.

Formulate legal opinions and advisory notes on government policies, legislative proposals, and regulatory frameworks.

Execute legal research regarding domestic legislation, judicial precedents, and international instruments to facilitate informed decision-making.

Defend government interests in legal proceedings, negotiations, and dispute resolutions as required.

Examine litigation files, identify legal risks, and suggest strategies for government legal defense.

Consult ministries, agencies, and public institutions regarding compliance, procedural integrity, and execution of public policy.

Assist in formulation and analysis of new laws, regulations, and administrative orders.

Engage with relevant government entities, stakeholders, and legal teams to uphold uniform legal stances.

Educate and support junior legal officers by offering technical direction on intricate legal matters.

Legal Officer

Arise Immigration Consultancy INC.
12.2023 - 04.2025

Managing caseload of clients by assessing needs and developing

customized service plans.

Streamlined operational processes, enhancing efficiency across departments. Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals. Conducted market analysis to identify growth opportunities. Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring project alignment with business objectives.

Performing comprehensive research to identify suitable resources and

solutions for clients.

Successfully coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets. Streamlined communication with clients to enhance collaboration and project alignment. Implemented project management tools to optimize team workflows and resource allocation. Led a diverse team of professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify growth opportunities and improve team effectiveness. Facilitated cross-departmental meetings to align project goals with organizational objectives. Developed training programs for new staff, improving onboarding efficiency and knowledge retention. Analyzed project outcomes to extract insights and drive future improvements.

Ensuring accurate recordkeeping through data entry and file management

utilizing computerized systems.

Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to enhance collaboration. Conducted market analysis to identify trends, informing strategic planning. Led cross-functional teams to execute five successful marketing campaigns. Streamlined reporting processes, improving efficiency by 30 percent. Managed budgets for multiple projects, ensuring adherence to financial targets. Coordinated training sessions, increasing team productivity and knowledge. Implemented customer feedback mechanisms, driving product improvements.

Communicating effectively with clients through phone and written correspondence to

Deliver updates and collect essential information.

Increased sales by 15% through strategic marketing initiatives. Developed and executed comprehensive training programs for 50 employees. Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing costs by 20%. Cultivated relationships with key clients to enhance retention rates. Implemented data analysis techniques to inform business decisions. Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration to improve project efficiency. Managed social media campaigns, increasing engagement by 30%. Prepared detailed reports on market trends and performance metrics.

Coordinating with multiple agencies and service providers to align

assistance and guidance for clients.

Streamlined operations by coordinating multiple cross-departmental projects. Executed strategic initiatives to enhance team productivity and project delivery. Facilitated communication between stakeholders to align project goals and expectations. Developed comprehensive reports on project progress for senior management review.

Monitoring client progress and adjusting service plans as needed to ensure

optimal results.

Executed comprehensive market analysis, identifying key trends and opportunities. Developed and maintained client relationships, enhancing customer retention rates. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to launch strategic initiatives. Streamlined internal processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency. Conducted training sessions for staff on best practices and new technologies. Monitored project progress, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets. Prepared detailed reports for senior management to support decision-making.

Preparing reports and documentation as needed, utilizing tools such as

IRCC platforms and government sites for research purposes.

enhanced

Delivering administrative support as needed, including scheduling

scheduling appointments and overseeing correspondence.

  • Conducted comprehensive research to support legal proceedings, formulate defenses and initiate legal action.
  • Utilized Software to draft pleadings, motions, briefs and various other legal documents.
  • Managed calendar for Number attorneys to keep track of appointments and court dates for hearings and trials.
  • Composed correspondence and relevant memoranda and accurately transcribed dictation.
  • Typed and processed legal documents to prepare for court filings and legal pleadings.
  • Managed and supervised document database to maintain litigation records.
  • Reviewed legal publications and performed database searches to identify laws and court decisions relevant to pending cases.
  • Filed electronic and paper form court documents at both state and federal levels.
  • Located witnesses to testify at hearings.
  • Gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
  • Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.
  • Assisted partners by maintaining and growing firm's local presence within community.
  • Provided key administrative assistance to senior management.
  • Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.
  • Collected and prepared pre-trial discoveries, records and evidence displays.
  • Supported administration and research processes for civil litigation cases.
  • Managed administrative tasks for firm partners and associates.
  • Created interrogatory documents and requests for admissions, document productions, examinations and inspections.

Legal Assistant

Capelle Kane Immigration
02.2022 - 10.2023
  • Illustrated Permanent Resident and immigration processes and managed communication channels to provide high level of service and consultation to immigration inquiries.
  • Consulted with foreign nationals on non-immigrant and immigrant visas and resolved routine and non-routine questions.
  • Served as legal team's liaison with other immigration-related service providers to improve quality of client services.
  • Maintained public access files to facilitate compliance, documentation and execution of immigration policies and procedures.
  • Conducted client intake interviews to determine client service need and eligibility.
  • Built effective relationships with business partners to facilitate immigration program activities.
  • Compiled client application packets and included relevant documentation to present strongest case for successful outcome.
  • Explained visa rules and regulations to comply with Department of Labor and Department of State standards.
  • Maintained immigration attorneys' schedules to enable timely client service delivery and promote firm's income growth.

Senior Legal Advisor

Somaliland National Human Rights Commission
12.2018 - 12.2021

Enabled ongoing support for legal aid clinics

Recorded instances of human rights violations

Assembled quarterly reports summarizing all cases submitted to Commission.

Assessed policies to guarantee legal compliance.

Initiated prompt responses and interventions addressing emerging human rights issues.

challenges

Promoted SLNHRC initiatives during meetings with local and international partners

Guided researchers, interns, and multidisciplinary team members

Legal Consultant - Dawladkaab Project

UNDP
02.2016 - 09.2018
  • Investigated and scrutinized federal, state, and local laws to fortify decentralization and service delivery frameworks.
  • Created and refined bylaws, regulations, policies, and SOPs for local governments.
  • Informed project teams and government partners about legal compliance, risk management strategies, and governance changes.
  • Organized workshops and training sessions for government officials regarding legal and administrative subjects.
  • Championed policy development initiatives focused on enhancing transparency, accountability, and citizen participation.
  • Formulated legal briefs, analytical reports, and consultancy deliverables facilitating effective decision-making.
  • Consulted with stakeholders to assess legal drafts and uphold alignment with governance objectives.

Director of Complaints and Legal Services

Somaliland National Human Rights Commission
02.2014 - 02.2016

Leadership in overall management and supervision of all activities of departement

Creation of strategic documents, briefings, presentations and

conferences focused on human rights

Created legal assessments and counsel

Informed clients about legal rights and applicable remedies

Managed and acted on human rights complaints

Carried out field monitoring visits to assess human rights violations and

created strategies to tackle these violations

Coordinated with authorities during instances of human rights law infringements.

Facilitated advocacy efforts focused on human rights of disadvantaged communities like

Engaged with IDPs and refugees to develop tailored support systems. Delivered educational opportunities for children affected by displacement. Lobbied for improved policies addressing needs of IDPs, refugees, and children. Partnered with NGOs to facilitate essential services for at-risk populations.

Implemented outreach programs in IDP camps, refugee communities in

Somaliland to present insights on human rights and identify needs

Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance

Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Lecturer

University of Hargeisa
03.2013 - 01.2016

Delivered undergraduate courses on constitutional law, governance, human rights, and public administration.

Developed course materials, syllabi, and assessments aligned with academic and professional standards.

Conducted research and legal analysis on constitutional issues, federalism, and the rule of law.

Supervised student research projects, theses, and moot court activities.

Advised students and academic staff on legal principles, case law, and constitutional interpretation.

Organized seminars, workshops, and public lectures to promote understanding of constitutional governance.Contributed to academic publications and policy briefs on constitutional reform and governance issues.

Education

Master of Laws - Public International Law

Kampala International University
Kampala, Uganda
12.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Law

University of Hargeisa
Hargeisa, Somaliland
09.2011

Skills

Original problem-solving

Accomplishments

    Senior Legal Advisor and Legal Consultant with measurable impact in governance reform, legal drafting, capacity-building, and constitutional scholarship, supporting decentralization, donor-funded programs, and legal education in Somaliland.

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Managing Director - Legal

Egality Legal Solutions
10.2025 - Current

Legal Advisor

Somaliland Office of Solicitor General
06.2025 - Current

Legal Officer

Arise Immigration Consultancy INC.
12.2023 - 04.2025

Legal Assistant

Capelle Kane Immigration
02.2022 - 10.2023

Senior Legal Advisor

Somaliland National Human Rights Commission
12.2018 - 12.2021

Legal Consultant - Dawladkaab Project

UNDP
02.2016 - 09.2018

Director of Complaints and Legal Services

Somaliland National Human Rights Commission
02.2014 - 02.2016

Lecturer

University of Hargeisa
03.2013 - 01.2016

Master of Laws - Public International Law

Kampala International University

Bachelor of Arts - Law

University of Hargeisa
Mohamed Ali Abdillahi Legal Expert