Sana is an international mediator and arbitrator, with a proven track record in managing complex disputes and transactions across various legal systems and cultures.

Drawing on nearly twenty years’ experience as in-house counsel, and on almost 10 years as senior counsel in global law firms, Sana brings a strong commercial perspective to mediation and an ability to understand the priorities and perspectives of multiple stakeholders in complex, dynamic disputes. Her approach to mediation is pragmatic and solution-oriented, informed by extensive experience in deal-making, risk allocation, and the commercial realities that shape negotiated outcomes.

Sana has led significant arbitration proceedings and negotiations, particularly in Information and Communication Technologies, and oil & gas, as Senior Regional and Global Counsel at Cisco Systems in Dubai and as Senior Associate with two American law firms, Coudert Brothers and White & Case in Paris.

Sana was also member of the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce. As a thought leader, she regularly participates at international conferences and has contributed to significant reports and training programs led by the ICC. Her expertise is recognised through her accreditation as a CEDR Mediator and as a European Professional Privacy Officer.

Sana is fluent in Arabic, English and French.

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