Mr. Abousleiman is a Lebanese certified public accountant (LACPA) and member of the IIA – Lebanon Chapter. Since 2009, he has been the Managing Director of Abousleiman &Co., a family professional services Firm established in 1971 that practices audit, assurance, enterprise risk management and tax advisory services. Over the course of his 18-year career, Mr. Abousleiman has gathered a wide range of experience in general, cost and financial accounting, financial management, internal and external audit, financial reporting and tax advisory services. Mr. Abousleiman has always pursued his assignments with a risk-based approach, giving great attention to good governance practices and the application of professional standards. With this in mind, he has engaged in the audits of private companies, financial institutions, social welfare funds, public institutions, grant funded projects, etc…; he has also expanded the Firm’s practice area to perform internal audits for a number of high profiled businesses and organizations pioneering this practice as an independent consultant; in addition he has carried out local tax and social security compliance audits, valuated businesses, developed accounting and budget reporting functions as well as internal policies and procedures manuals and oversaw the restructuring of several local institutions. Over a course of two years, Mr. Abousleiman lectured at the CLET – Kafaat Institute University in Internal Controls and Auditing Practices. He has also given a wide range of workshops and seminars on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Standards on Auditing (ISA), audit work papers, advanced accounting, financial reporting, Lebanese Tax Laws, etc... Currently, he is developing a number of far-reaching diploma programs based on good governance practices and responsible citizenry, among which include an 8-course Tax Diploma Program for the American University of Beirut’s Continuing Education Center covering international tax concepts and in particular the Lebanese tax system due to start in October 2017. Mr. Abousleiman graduated from the Lebanese University – Faculty of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance where he obtained his Maitrise degree and thereon pursued a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the Lebanese American University (LAU). Since 2004, Mr. Abousleiman has been practicing martial arts and holds a 3rd degree black belt in Shotokan Karate-Do. He is also an instructor, teaching at several clubs and an active competitor.
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Carlo E. Abarquez, is an expert in Intellectual Property (“IP”) and Information Technology (“IT”) Law, Privacy and Cybersecurity Law, Government procurement and Public Private Partnership (“PPP”) projects. Prior to joining VAL Law, Atty. Abarquez served as Executive Director of the Philippine Sports Commission (“PSC”) and prior to that as an Associate at Quisumbing Torres (“QT”) – Baker & McKenzie Philippines. While in QT, Atty. Abarquez counseled various multinational companies having diverse IP and IT portfolios in the field of manufacturing, software, technology, retail, entertainment, food and beverage and motor vehicles. During one of the IP/IT training conferences of Baker & McKenzie in the Asia Pacific, he was the first Filipino to be given highest distinction. On Privacy and Cybersecurity Law, he dealt with the review of various contracts and policies of multinational financing, insurance and business process outsourcing companies. Atty. Abarquez also assisted in setting up of Data Privacy policies of local companies and establishing Data Protection Officers and dealing with the National Privacy Commission. His experience led him to conduct various lectures and write articles on Intellectual Property and Data Privacy.
Services: Corporate, Intellectual Property, Legal Services
With over 30 years of financial advisory experience covering the whole range of corporate finance issues. Throughout his career, Miguel has led large and complex transactions and assignments for a wide range of industries. As market reference Miguel has particularly focused on the evolution and challenges of the Capital Markets and the Financial Services Industry. Currently, his main role is to lead and manage the Financial Advisory team in Argentina and LATCO to ensure solutions to the demands and challenges of the market in Argentina and the region. With a strong background in analyzing and understanding the financial challenges of corporations and financial institutions, Miguel has gained a broad and extensive experience in advising local and international clients on mergers & acquisitions, financial restructurings, valuations and structured financing.
Mary B. Aversano is an attorney with significant experience in all aspects of domestic and international trademark law including clearance, prosecution, maintenance, agreements and enforcement on a global basis. Experience with related areas of copyright, domain names, social media, litigation and other contentious matters including TTAB proceedings and UDRP complaints. She is an MBA - credentialed attorney providing strategic leadership and management to legal teams, coordination of domestic and international legal services. Substantial knowledge and experience in global intellectual property prosecution, maintenance and general business and intellectual property litigation. Experience with leading, motivating and developing legal teams to handle client representatives, business units and global outside counsel of diverse backgrounds and expertise. Since 1998, active with a global not-for-profit association of trademark owners and professionals, the International Trademark Association (INTA), serving as Co-Chair and Chair of the Brand Names Education Foundation established to encourage the study of trademarks at the college, university and law school level throughout the world, Team Leader for the Trade Dress Image Library Subcommittee and currently, Team Leader for the U.S. Non-Traditional Marks Subcommittee. Member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals. Admitted to practice law in California, District of Columbia and New York.
A Family and Immigration Solicitor with 5+ years PQE, I have always had an interest in the Law since I was in my early teens. It was no surprise therefore that I chose to study it at the University and went in to corporate and private legal practice at different times. I have a Master's degree in International Corporate Law and Finance and undertook the QLTT to re-qualify as a solicitor here in the UK. I enjoy what I do and derive great satisfaction from the fact that I provide a unique and client-centred approach towards resolving legal challenges and situations. I have an admirable rate of success both in and outside the courtroom which stretches from the Immigration Tribunals where I have been able to secure notable reversals of adverse decisions which had put my clients right to remain (and enter) the country at serious risk, to the Family Courts where I have supported my clients in achieving the best possible results from unsavoury domestic situations. I possess a 'can do' approach and bask in the ability to meet challenges head on. I am open to instruction on the above mentioned fields and other areas of Law.
Services: Immigration Services, Legal Services