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Block Legal, where three remarkable women come together to redefine the Web3 industry. Let’s meet them:
Shefali, our visionary leader, breathes life into our shared aspirations. With unwavering determination, she envisions a law firm that blends innovation and the law seamlessly.
Neha, our legal powerhouse, navigates the complexities of securities laws and technology with finesse. Rooted in a deep respect for the rule of law, she empowers clients to embrace limitless possibilities.
Dr. Hoda, our brilliant trailblazer, sparks groundbreaking solutions in the Web3 space. Her expertise in emerging technologies and cybersecurity paves the way for a future where trust and cutting-edge advancements coexist.
At Block Legal, we believe in the power of women. We break barriers and challenge norms with unwavering dedication. Our passion drives us forward, propelling us to create a legal paradigm that empowers and uplifts us.
Join us as we embark on this extraordinary journey, where innovation meets unwavering resolve. Let Block Legal guide you through uncharted territories, amplifying women’s voices and harnessing the power of the human spirit.
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Our Founders
Shefali Pahwa is the Managing Partner of Block Legal plays a critical role in driving the success of the firm. She leverages her expertise to foster the culture of collaboration and teamwork within the firm. She builds and maintains strong relationships with clients, ensuring the highest level of service from Block Legal.
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Neha Dhir is an expert in complex corporate law, emerging technology laws, intellectual property, and cross-border disputes.
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Dr. Hoda Alkhzaimi is a renowned industrialization and economic development expert with over 17 years of experience in managing tech-based industrial investments in the UAE and globally. She is the CO-chair for the World Economic Forum Global Cyber Security Future Council, the Director of the Centre for Emerging Advanced Research Acceleration for Technology, AI, Security and Cryptology (EMARATSEC).
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Shefali Pahwa
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FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER
Shefali is a dynamic professional with over 13 years of experience across a multitude of industries. Her diverse background includes extensive administrative roles at the Government of India’s Ministry of Communications, where she managed crucial departments such as HR, strategy, business management, and operations with exceptional finesse.
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Shefali’s contributions to policy-making, compliance, implementation, and public-private partnerships have earned her a reputation as an accomplished leader.
Shefali’s educational background in economics and HR has been instrumental in her ability to successfully manage a large organization in Alberta, Canada, where she spearheaded key HR initiatives. Additionally, Shefali served as the head of HR and administration for a prominent educational group in India, where she developed a keen understanding of the importance of fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.
Shefali, as the Managing Partner of Block Legal plays a critical role in driving the success of the firm. She leverages her expertise to foster the culture of collaboration and teamwork within the firm. She builds and maintains strong relationships with clients, ensuring the highest level of service from Block Legal.
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Neha Dhir
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FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL ATTORNEY, GLOBAL DIGITAL ASSETS PRACTICE)
An accomplished attorney who holds a law degree from the prestigious London School of Economics and Political Science. With a wealth of experience advising and representing Fortune 500 companies, Neha is an expert in complex corporate law, emerging technology laws, intellectual property, and cross-border disputes.
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With over nine years of practice across the globe in the UK, UAE, US, and India, Neha has appeared before national and international tribunals, establishing a reputation for providing high-quality legal representation.
Currently, she is focused on representing blockchain companies and retail investors in IP infringement actions, insolvency proceedings, and the prosecution of a leading corporate crypto fraud in Singapore and India. Her expertise in emerging technology laws and cross-border disputes makes her an ideal attorney for these types of cases.
Neha is a distinguished member of the International Bar Association, which further demonstrates her commitment to staying up-to-date on the latest developments in the legal field. She holds qualifications in law from both the UK and India, and she is a member attorney of the London Court of International Arbitrators, indicating her expertise in handling international arbitration cases.
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Board of Trusted Advisors
Dr. Mohamed Al Hemairy has 17 years’ experience in Intellectual Property, Innovation & Technology Transfer in UAE and United Kingdom having successfully commercialized and negotiated more than 10 Patent License Agreements and helping researchers in filing of more than 130 inventions , managing around 250 patent applications in the largest IP portfolio in UAE.
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Sabuhi Taghiyev is an experienced lawyer with over 12 years of practice in both in-house and consulting roles. He specializes in corporate law, contract law, customs law, antitrust and employment law.
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Anshul Dhir is a serial entrepreneur with over 16 years of building companies in multiple domains. With his love for everything entrepreneurship, his stints have been across blockchain & web 3.0, financial markets, alternate investments, real estate, media & more. In his current avatar, he is an early mover in the Web 3.0 industry, building, investing & mentoring for over six years now.
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Dr. Mohamed Al Hemairy
IP & Tech. Transfer, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, BlockChain/Web3.0 Expert
Dr. Mohamed Al Hemairy has 17 years’ experience in Intellectual Property, Innovation & Technology Transfer in UAE and United Kingdom having successfully commercialized and negotiated more than 10 Patent License Agreements and helping researchers in filing of more than 130 inventions , managing around 250 patent applications in the largest IP portfolio in UAE. In the recent years, Dr. Hemairy has advised many Blockchain-based startups and entrepreneurs during technology ideation phase, developing White-Papers, and during Pre-ICO and Post-ICO phases. Beside IP & Innovation, During 2015 he worked in the executive team to establish the first “Science & Innovation Park: SIP” in UAE, which has been successfully launched in 2016. Dr. Mohamed is a well-known speaker at national & international level, he has been invited to give talks on IP & Innovation space in New York, Boston, London, Dubai and GCC region.[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]
Dr. Hoda A. Alkhzaimi
CO-FOUNDER & PARTNER, EMERGING TECHNOLOGY PRACTICE
Dr. Hoda A. Alkhzaimi is a renowned expert in Cyber Security and Cryptology, and a prominent figure in the global technology industry. She currently serves as the Council Member and Co-Chair for Global Future Council for Cyber Security at World Economic Forum, where she has played a vital role in shaping global conversations around Cyber Security and emerging technologies. In addition to her role at the World Economic Forum, Dr. Hoda is the President of Emirates Digital Association for Women, and Director of the Centre of Cyber Security in New York University, Abu Dhabi. She has also headed the Department of Research and Development for Cyber Security and Cryptology in various national initiatives in the United Arab Emirates, and is associated with various security initiatives nationally and internationally. Dr. Hoda is a Strategic Advisor on Emerging Technology for XRSI – XR Safety Initiative, and consults for special projects with national and international technology development initiatives. She is an active speaker, and participates in an extensive list of forums, conferences, and events as an industry expert.[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”bottom-to-top” disable_element=”yes”][vc_column width=”1/2″]
Sabuhi Taghiev
LAWYER
Sabuhi Taghiyev is an experienced lawyer with over 12 years of practice in both in-house and consulting roles. He specializes in corporate law, contract law, customs law, antitrust and employment law. Sabuhi offers his expertise to both international and local clients on various aspects of Azerbaijani law. He has worked with top local and international law firms, where he focused mainly on corporate, oil & gas, banking & finance practice groups. Furthermore, he has served as a legal adviser at the investment department of a significant energy production and transmission company in Azerbaijan.[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]
Anshul Dhir
Anshul Dhir is a serial entrepreneur with over 16 years of building companies in multiple domains. With his love for everything entrepreneurship, his stints have been across blockchain & web 3.0, financial markets, alternate investments, real estate, media & more. In his current avatar, he is an early mover in the Web 3.0 industry, building, investing & mentoring for over six years now. Exuberant, KoinFox, EasyFi Network and other ventures he has built with his other co-founders are examples of him leading from the front in the web 3.0 space with expertise in business strategy, financial modeling, tokenization, and investing. In his view, technology adoption will only occur when the needs and objectives of the general public are met.[/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]
