Rahma Seliem is a forward-thinking legal professional with expertise in Corporate Law, Regulatory Compliance, Intellectual Property (IP), and Legal Research Services. As an Associate at Tasheel Law Firm, she leverages her international legal exposure and deep understanding of Saudi Arabia’s legal landscape to deliver strategic solutions across high-demand sectors, including Energy, Sports and Entertainment, Real Estate and Infrastructure, Transport and Logistics, and Financial Institutions.
Rahma’s approach is defined by her analytical precision and innovative problem-solving skills, enabling her to address complex legal challenges with clarity and foresight. Her experience spans corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, intellectual property protection, and in-depth legal research to support strategic business decisions. Fluent in Arabic and English, Rahma bridges linguistic and cultural gaps, ensuring her clients receive tailored and actionable legal guidance.
Education and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Law – University of Amsterdam, Netherlands
Practice Areas and Industry Sectors
Practice Areas:
Corporate Law
Regulatory Compliance
Intellectual Property (IP)
Legal Research Services
Industry Sectors:
Energy
Sports and Entertainment
Real Estate & Infrastructure
Transport and Logistics
Financial Institutions
Notable Experience
Corporate Structuring for Energy Sector Firms:
Supported a leading energy company in establishing operations in Saudi Arabia, advising on corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, and securing operational licenses in alignment with Saudi regulatory standards.
Compliance Advisory for Financial Institutions:
Provided strategic legal counsel to a regional financial institution seeking to expand its correspondent banking operations, ensuring adherence to the Saudi Central Bank’s (SAMA) regulatory framework and anti-money laundering (AML) standards.
Intellectual Property Protection for Sports Organizations:
Assisted a global sports organization in registering and enforcing trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property rights within Saudi Arabia, ensuring compliance with local IP laws and international standards.
Real Estate Development and Zoning Compliance:
Conducted comprehensive legal research and advised a real estate development firm on compliance with Saudi zoning regulations and land use policies for a large-scale infrastructure project in Riyadh.
Transport and Logistics Regulatory Guidance:
Guided a logistics company in navigating customs regulations and trade laws, ensuring compliance with cross-border trade requirements and aligning operations with Saudi customs standards.
Entertainment Sector Licensing under Vision 2030:
Supported an international entertainment company in obtaining operational licenses under the General Authority for Entertainment (GAE) regulations, facilitating its expansion into the Saudi market.
Technology and Licensing Agreements:
Drafted licensing agreements for a multinational technology firm, protecting proprietary software and ensuring compliance with Saudi intellectual property laws and international data protection standards.
Corporate Governance for Real Estate Firms:
Provided legal advisory to a real estate development company on the implementation of corporate governance frameworks, ensuring operational transparency and adherence to Saudi commercial laws.
Legal Research for Cross-Border Trade and Logistics:
Conducted in-depth legal research for a logistics client expanding operations across the GCC region, enabling compliance with cross-border trade regulations and securing operational licenses.
Intellectual Property Dispute Resolution:
Represented a technology company in a patent infringement dispute, developing a strategic litigation approach that successfully enforced the client’s IP rights and recovered damages for unauthorized use.
