LEGAL CONSULTANCY FOR HEALTHTECH, CLINICAL AI AND LIFE SCIENCES

How I help

Clinical AI, data and genomics governance

I advise teams operating in data-intensive, AI-enabled or genomics-based healthcare contexts on governance frameworks that support real world deployment in UAE. This includes oversight expectations, data use and sharing arrangements, consent and accountability models, and proportionate approaches to risk management that are aligned with how healthcare organisations and regulators operate in practice.

Pre-deployment and operational reality checks

I help teams preparing to pilot, deploy or operationalise products or services in healthcare settings by providing a clear view of regulatory footing triggered by real-world use, dentification of red-flag assumptions (commercial or regulatory) and what needs to be addressed now vs later.

Commercial structuring and partnership execution

I support life sciences and healthtech companies entering the UAE market or partnering locally to deliver services. This includes structuring and negotiating commercial agreements in regulated healthcare contexts, service delivery, operational roles, data use and risk allocation and nsuring agreements are workable under healthcare regulation in UAE.

Ongoing strategic legal support

UAE market entry and scale up

I support international life sciences and healthtech companies expanding into the UAE healthcare ecosystem by helping them sequence licensing, structuring and operational decisions appropriately. This includes mapping applicable regulatory pathways, aligning commercial models with local healthcare requirements and identifying constraints that may affect partnerships, procurement or deployment as organisations scale.

I provide ongoing senior legal support to life sciences and healthtech organisations that require continuity of judgement across commercial, regulatory and operational decisions. This model is designed for teams that need embedded strategic input as they scale, without the overhead or rigidity of a full-time in-house hire.

I advise on intellectual property in a way that supports real world deployment, investment readiness and regulatory approval. This includes structuring IP ownership for clinical AI, software, datasets and algorithms, IP strategy for university spin-outs, joint R&D and industry collaborations, foreground / background IP allocation in multi-party research projects, and alignment of IP strategy with regulatory classification and product roadmap.

IP strategy for healthtech, clinical AI & life sciences

R&D, research collaboration & innovation frameworks

I support R&D driven organisations navigating regulated healthcare innovation, from early research through to clinical and commercial application. This includes legal structuring of R&D programmes and research collaborations, governance for clinical research, applied R&D and translational innovation, risk allocation in grant-funded, public-private and cross-border projects, and ensuring R&D activity aligns with data protection, ethics and healthcare regulation.

Examples of my work

My work has included advising on:

Entry into the UAE market and structuring of local partnerships for genetic testing and precision medicine service providers
Training and deployment of medical AI systems, including large language models, within regulated healthcare and research environments
Design and governance of trusted research environments, including data access controls, accountability models and secondary use considerations
Rollout of advanced diagnostics, including liquid biopsy services, within the UAE healthcare system
Population-scale genomics initiatives and biobanking services, including governance, consent and data-use frameworks

Frequently asked questions

Do you work with early stage companies or large organisations only?

Both. I work with founders, scale-ups and established organisations, adapting our support to your stage and needs.

How do you charge for your services?

My pricing is flexible and depends on the type of support you need. I typically work on a scoped advisory, retainer or fractional basis, rather than open ended hourly billing. This allows you to get senior legal judgement without paying for unnecessary work.

Are you UAE focused or international?

My core strength is deep knowledge of the UAE and Abu Dhabi health system, with strong fluency in EU and UK regulatory frameworks.

Do you offer hourly rates?

In some cases, yes. However, most clients prefer clearly defined scopes or monthly arrangements so they have cost certainty and can plan confidently. I will always be transparent about fees before any work begins.

How do engagements usually start?

Typically with a focused conversation to understand your use case, risks and priorities, followed by a clearly scoped, flexible engagement.

Can you work as fractional legal support?

Yes. I regularly support clients with targeted advice on specific questions, regulatory assessments or project based needs. Engagements are designed to match your stage, pace and priorities.

How quickly can you start?

I can begin within days, not weeks. After an initial conversation, I will confirm scope, timing and fees so that you can move forward with clarity and no delay.

Is this more expensive than a traditional law firm?

For senior level expertise, it is more cost effective. You work directly with an experienced senior lawyer, without paying for large firm overheads or junior time.