
Abu Sharkh & Shammout Advocates and Legal Consultants
Lawyers

Marina Henatie
- Phone+962799337888
- Email[email protected]
Work Department
Corporate Commercial
Position
Legal Advisor
Career
Marina Henatie is a seasoned legal expert with over two decades of experience at the intersection of law, public policy, and strategic project management. With a robust background in legislative drafting, governance, labor law, and administrative reform, Marina brings exceptional insight and leadership to her role at Abu Sharkh & Shammout Advocates and Legal Consultants.
Marina has served in key legal advisory roles across numerous Jordanian ministries, including the Ministry of Labor and the Ministry of Political and Parliamentary Affairs, where she led legislative reform initiatives, advised ministers, and coordinated complex intergovernmental projects. Her work spans legal analysis, regulatory impact assessments, labor law compliance, and the implementation of governance and modernization frameworks. She has played a pivotal role in aligning national legislation with international standards and fostering cross-sectoral cooperation.
As a Legal Advisor within the Prime Ministry's Public Sector Modernization Roadmap, Marina has contributed to strategic evaluations, impact assessments, and policy development aimed at transforming Jordan’s institutional frameworks. She has also represented Jordan in international labor and human rights conferences, providing legal expertise and advocating for policy reform.
Marina's technical skill set includes legal drafting, strategic planning, stakeholder coordination, and compliance with international standards. Her leadership has been instrumental in the development of national strategies, training programs, and legal frameworks, especially in the areas of labor, governance, and democratic development.
Languages
Arabic and English
Memberships
Royal Committee for Enhancing the Integrity and Transparency System (Member)
Focal Point for the European Union Governance and Human Rights Programs
Legal Advisor and Committee Member for UNDP Legislative Support Initiatives
Participant in national dialogue committees for political modernization and labor law reform
Representative of Jordan in regional and international conferences on labor, governance, and human rights
Education
Arab Amman University (Administrative Law) (LLM)
Applied Science University (LLB)