Description

Hi! I’m Rabbia, a corporate and commercial lawyer based in the Netherlands, and I help businesses sort out legal matters in a clear, practical, and no-nonsense way. I’ve worked with clients in construction, energy, oil & gas, tech, e-commerce, and consulting, so I understand how fast things move and how important it is to have legal support that actually helps — not slows you down.

I also hold a Master’s in Energy & Environmental Law from the UK, which means I bring both a commercial mindset and a solid understanding of international, civil, and common law concepts to the table. This makes cross-border or industry-heavy projects much easier for my clients. I make sure everything is safe, clear, and commercially realistic. My everyday work includes drafting and reviewing

Project-specific and industry-specific agreementsService and consultancy agreements
NDAs
Partnership & joint-venture contracts
Shareholders’ agreements
Distribution & supply contracts
Construction / EPC / O&M documents
Company formation
Governance & compliance
Corporate housekeeping
Risk assessments & practical advice
Energy, Construction & High-Risk Sectors
Data protection and DPAs
Internal procedures
GDPR & Compliance

Thanks to my background and experience, I understand the unique challenges in these industries — from tight deadlines and complex projects to heavy regulatory requirements.How I work

Clients tell me I’m clear, easy to communicate with, practical, solution-focused fast, reliable, and straightforward. I prefer to explain complex issues in simple terms and look for long lasting client relationship.

If you prefer meeting face-to-face, I’m happy to meet in person anywhere in the Netherlands or Europe — sometimes a quick coffee chat solves more than a dozen emails.

If you’re looking for a lawyer who’s professional but easy-going, business-minded but detailed, feel free to reach out. Happy to help wherever I can.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual
Urdu
Native or bilingual
Dutch
Basic
Arabic
Basic

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Amsterdam (up to 50km)

Ana Hatler LTD,
Legal Counsel- Regulatory & Compliance
July 2024 - Today (1 year and 11 months)
United Kingdom
• Advise on legal matters related to e-commerce operations,commercial contracts, IP, consumer protection, and GDPR compliance.
• Drafte and negotiate supplier agreements, partnership contracts, licensing arrangements, and NDAs.
• Provide cross-jurisdictional legal input and coordinated with external counsel on regulatory and contractual issues.
• Act as primary legal liaison with regulators, external counsel, and internal teams on audits, investigations, and legal queries.
• Develop internal compliance checklists and guiding business units on legal risks.
• Provide legal support for bids and tenders, working closely with sales and procurement teams.
Contract Drafting Legal Legal advice
Cornelius Lane and Mufti Solicitors and Advocates,
Associate Lawyer
February 2024 - June 2024 (4 months)
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
• Focused on corporate, energy, and commercial contracts, with a specialization in advisory for oil, gas, and offshore clients.
• Drafted and negotiated EPCI and FIDIC contracts, joint venture agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
• Advised clients on dispute avoidance, regulatory compliance, and contracting strategies.
Energy Negotiations Drafting
Zabeeh Ullah Nagara Law Firm,
Legal Associate
March 2020 - August 2022 (2 years and 5 months)
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
• Supported senior counsel in energy litigation, oil and gas matters, audits, and client advisory in cross-border matters.
• Gained expertise in employment law, commercial contracts, and GDPR compliance.