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Fara Mohammad

Fara Mohammad

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Keystone Law

Keystone Law

England - London • Finance

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Islamic finance

Keystone Law‘s Islamic finance offering is geared to advising institutional investors, banks, investment managers and funds on a broad range of Sharia-compliant transactions. Fara Mohammad is core to this work and is well-known for her deep knowledge of Islamic finance products. Mohammad is frequently instructed by clients in Asia and the Middle East investing into the UK.
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Financial Services
Position

Fara is a specialist adviser to international companies and individuals on their inward investments into the UK, Europe and MEA. She works with businesses, funds and individuals on the financing of their investments and often acts as external general counsel for all legal aspects related to the investment.

Fara specialises in Shariah-compliant matters. She is an expert in many types of Shariah-compliant transactions covering a range of asset types, investment classes and industry sectors. She advises on a range of financial products and has developed them for many financial institutions in Asia, the Middle East and the UK. Fara has also assisted with the establishment of institutions in a number of jurisdictions.

Fara has been recognised as one of the most influential women in the Islamic Business and Finance global industry. She was not only recognised for her professional expertise but also her contribution to the wider industry and the place that women have within it. She speaks regularly at international events and is a regular contributor to journals and magazines.

Career

Fara qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales in 2008 and also qualified in Malaysia in 1999. Prior to joining Keystone Law in 2020, she worked at the following firms:

  • Clyde & Co, London and Dubai
  • Foot Anstey, London
  • Norton Rose Fullbright, London
  • Zaid Ibrahim & Co, Malaysia
  • Shearn Delamore & Co, Malaysia

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Testimonials

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  • ‘I recommend Fara Mohammed for her understanding of Islamic finance and the requirements.’ 'Great knowledge of Islamic finance and the legal aspects relating to it in structures, transactions and documentation.' 'Fara Mohammed is a great resource relating to Islamic finance law and is very devoted to continuous development in the sector. Her knowledge and quick addressing of any issues is most helpful and progressing any transactions.' 'Fara Mohammad has specialist Islamic finance experience that allows her to find unique solutions for her clients.' 'It is the team's tacit knowledge of Islamic Finance and its nuances across jurisdictions.' 'The team has extensive experience in Islamic finance which makes the explanation and discussion much easier.' 'Fara and Keystone Law is our first preference.' 'Combines shariah knowledge with the mature market experience.'