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Layla Hassan

Intellectual Property Associate

Layla focuses on trademarks, licensing, and enforcement in fast-moving sectors. She pairs technical IP knowledge with practical brand protection strategies.

Portrait of Layla Hassan

Years of Proven Experience

Layla brings disciplined judgment and clear communication to every matter, with a record shaped by complex disputes, regulatory nuance, and client-first strategy.

Joined Wefaq

Focused intellectual property associate work across jurisdictions and sectors.

2016

Lead counsel milestones

Represented clients in high-stakes negotiations, hearings, and cross-border coordination.

2019

Recognition & leadership

Contributed to firm knowledge initiatives and mentored junior advocates.

2022

Current practice emphasis

Advising on risk, compliance, and resolution paths tailored to business objectives.

2026

Explore Our Successful Outcomes

Selected highlights from matters Layla has supported — from strategy through resolution.

Apr 18, 2024

Strategic resolution in a multi-party dispute

Structured a pragmatic path to settlement while protecting the client’s core commercial interests and timeline.

Professional meeting environment

Aug 6, 2024

Compliance program aligned to evolving regulation

Partnered with in-house teams to map obligations, train stakeholders, and embed sustainable controls.

Legal team collaboration

Jan 22, 2025

Cross-border coordination for a unified strategy

Synchronized local counsel and experts so the client received one coherent narrative across forums.

Handshake and business discussion