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Beliefs that Shape Better Decisions — Not Just Legal Opinions

At El-Awdn Law Firm & Legal Consultancy, our process is built for clarity,
speed, and foresight. From scoping to delivery, each step produces tangible
outputs that reduce risk and enable growth.

Our 5-Step Process (with Timelines & Deliverables)

1) Scoping & Alignment (1–3 business days)

What we do: Understand objectives, stakeholders, timelines, and constraints. Run conflict-of-interest check.

Deliverables: Scoping memo, proposed fee model (hourly / fixed / retainer), draft workplan & timeline.

Communication: Kickoff call; dedicated point of contact assigned.

2) Risk–Opportunity Mapping (3–7 business days)

What we do: Map legal/regulatory risks and commercial opportunities; prioritize by impact/likelihood.

Deliverables: Risk–Opportunity Matrix, issue list, data/request list.

Communication: Summary note + Q&A session.

3) Safeguards by Design (1–3 weeks)

What we do: Build governance, contract architecture, and compliance workflows aligned with growth.

Deliverables:

  • Governance Pack: decision matrices, delegation of authority, board procedures.
  • Contract Toolkit: MSAs/PSAs, NDAs, SLAs, change-order & dispute clauses.
  • Compliance Program: AML/CFT, VAT/ESR, data/privacy registers & checklists.

Communication: Weekly progress update; review workshop.

4) Execution & Monitoring (ongoing)

What we do: Drafting/negotiation, dispute-avoidance protocols, training, audits, KPIs.

Deliverables: Executed documents, training materials, audit reports, KPI dashboard.

Communication: Agreed cadence (weekly/bi-weekly); structured status report.

5) Continuous Evolution (quarterly or on change events)

What we do: Update frameworks for regulatory/market changes; adjust to new products/markets.

Deliverables: Updated packs, change log, improvement plan.

Communication: Quarterly review; executive brief.

Engagement Models & Billing

Hourly (complex/variable matters) · Fixed-Fee (defined scope) · Retainer (ongoing counsel).
Transparent estimates, clear inclusions/exclusions, and agreed milestones before work starts.

Communication & Governance

  • Single Point of Contact + named team.
  • Cadence: Weekly update (email) + monthly review (call).
  • Channels: Email, secure portal, and scheduled calls/VC.
  • Escalation Path: Associate → Senior Counsel → Partner.

Security, Confidentiality & Conflicts

  • Conflicts checked before engagement.
  • Secure data handling (restricted access, encrypted channels, controlled sharing).
  • Information is confidential and used solely for your matter.

Quality Assurance & KPIs

  • QA: partner review for key deliverables.
  • KPIs: turnaround time, defect rate (rework), on-budget %, stakeholder satisfaction.

Change Requests

Changes to scope are logged in a Change Note with impact on time/fees for approval before proceeding.

Client Onboarding — What We Need From You

  • Key contracts & policies (if any)
  • Corporate documents
  • Timeline & priorities
  • Primary contacts
  • Access & confidentiality rules

Mini-FAQ

  • Do you handle urgent matters? Yes—flag URGENT on contact; we’ll fast-track scoping and staffing.
  • Can we work fully remote? Absolutely: secure VC, e-signatures, and protected file exchange.
  • Do you offer fixed fees? Yes—when scope is defined; otherwise hourly or a hybrid retainer.