Meet Our Team
At Aramas International Lawyers, our strength lies in our people. Each member of our team brings unique expertise, passion, and dedication. With a deep understanding of family law and international legal complexities, our team is here to guide you every step of the way, wherever you are in the world.
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Samara Iqbal
Director & Solicitor
Samara, founder of Aramas International Lawyers, specialises in family law with unmatched expertise in international divorce, Islamic law and supporting expatriates worldwide with care.
Alexandra Lima
Associate Solicitor
Alexandra, a key member of our international team, navigates complex family and expatriate cases, including divorce and custody disputes, with clear and tailored advice.
Deena Farhat
Associate Solicitor
Deena specialises in divorce, high net worth financial matters, child arrangements disputes, and other complex family issues. Her empathetic yet decisive approach ensures that clients feel both supported and protected throughout their cases.
Nicola Bailey-Gibbs
Senior Associate Solicitor
With over 20 years of dedicated legal practice, Nicola is a highly experienced solicitor specialising exclusively in family law.
Mariam Bakir
Senior – Associate Solicitor
With over a decade of dedicated legal practice, Mariam Bakir is a Senior Associate Solicitor specialising in children matters and complex child-focused proceedings.
Irum Khan
Partner – Head of Wills & Guardianship
Irum is a dual US and Canada qualified attorney with over 15 years of experience. Her background spans criminal trials, operations, investigations, wills, and guardianship matters.
Bismil Shabbir
Commercial Director
Bismil ensures Aramas International Lawyers’ growth, focusing on efficient operations and a client-first approach. His expertise drives our international expansion and strategic development.
Majdel Musa
Operations Director
Majdel is a US-qualified attorney with over 20 years of experience leading legal and business teams in the US, UAE and MENA region. She combines legal expertise with operational leadership.
Kate Thorburn
Finance Director
Katherine Thorburn is the Director of Finance at Aramas Expat Lawyers, where she oversees all aspects of the firm’s financial operations. A Chartered Tax Adviser with over 20 years of experience in tax and finance.
Ali Jamil
Head of Sales & Business Development
Ali is Head of Sales and Business Development at Aramas Law. He brings experience from law firms in the UK and UAE, specialising in client growth, lead conversion, and business strategy.
Joanne Harvey
Legal Secretary
Joanne supports the family law team at Aramas International Lawyers, preparing legal documents and managing client communications. Her attention to detail ensures cases are handled smoothly and professionally.
Lovena Almeida
Administration Manager
Lovena ensures seamless daily operations at Aramas International Lawyers. Her organisational expertise allows the team to focus on providing high-quality legal services to clients.
Haya Alvarez
Administrative Assistant
Haya advises clients on wills and guardianship in the UAE. With her unmatched expertise, she ensures assets are protected and drafted and executed swiftly to assist individuals and families in the UAE.