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Welcome to Handle

Your Trusted Partner in Legal Talent

That moment — when pressure peaks and all you’re left with is a presentation — is where Handle steps in.

What began in family business boardrooms evolved into a multidisciplinary execution force — built for corporates, capital holders, and institutions facing legal, financial, or strategic friction.

OUR VALUE

What Powers

Our Partnership

Clarity in Complexity

We turn ambiguity into action. Whether it's navigating legal disputes, restructuring capital, or advising family enterprises, we break down complex challenges into clear, strategic decisions you can act on.

Integrity Over Influence

We don't chase trends or tell you what you want to hear. Our advice is rooted in data, ethics, and long-term outcomes, because trust isn’t built on convenience; it’s built on consistency.

Results, Not Reports

We’re not here to hand you a PDF and walk away. Our team works hands-on from strategy through execution, ensuring every insight leads to measurable results and sustainable growth.

Partnership That Persists

You’re not just a client; we operate as an extension of your leadership team. From the courtroom to the boardroom, we’re in it with you for the long game.

Meet The Partners

Etienne van den Peereboom

Senior Partner, Strategy & Business Transformation

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Etienne van den Peereboom

Senior Partner, Strategy & Business Transformation

A senior strategy leader and transformation specialist, with over 28 years of experience driving corporate strategy, business transformation, and investment planning across global markets. Etienne has led high-impact growth strategies, complex restructurings, and large-scale business transformations across sectors including financial services, real estate, healthcare, industrials, and government, with a proven ability to align vision with execution and deliver measurable results. At Handle, Etienne leads corporate strategy and transformation initiatives—partnering with CEOs and leadership teams to unlock market expansion, optimize investment strategies, and build resilient, future-ready businesses that are aligned with regulatory frameworks and regional growth opportunities.

  • Corporate Strategy & Business Transformation
  • Complex Business Restructuring & Turnarounds
  • Investment Strategy & Portfolio Diversification
  • Market Entry & Expansion
  • Advisory across key sectors including finance, real estate, healthcare, industrials, tech, and government.
  • Leadership Advisory & Strategic Execution

Hamda Al Falasi

Associate Partner, Corporate Litigation & Dispute Resolution

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Hamda Al Falasi

Associate Partner, Corporate Litigation & Dispute Resolution

A legal counsel and executive office leader with over 15 years of experience in legal consulting, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and executive management. With deep expertise in corporate legal advisory, contract negotiations, and financial crime compliance, Hamda has successfully guided businesses through complex regulatory environments—advising on dispute resolution, fraud prevention, and risk mitigation across corporate and government sectors. At Handle, Hamda plays a dual role across legal advisory and executive coordination—overseeing contract structuring, compliance management, and corporate governance, while supporting high-stakes negotiations and decision-making at the Managing Partner’s Office. Her work helps clients maintain legal integrity, navigate regulatory complexities, and operate with confidence in the UAE and beyond.

  • Legal Dispute Resolution & Negotiation
  • Legal Consulting & Advisory
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
  • Executive Office Management
  • Financial Crime & AML Compliance
  • Corporate & Government Legal Affairs

Oliver von Wolff

Senior Partner, Deal Advisory, M&A & Capital

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Oliver von Wolff

Senior Partner, Deal Advisory, M&A & Capital

A global M&A strategist and investment advisor, operating at the intersection of corporate finance, government engagement, and industry innovation. With over 25 years of experience, Oliver has led multi-billion-dollar deals, structured complex investment portfolios, and driven financial restructurings across global markets, with a proven track record in private equity, venture capital, and fintech. At Handle, Oliver spearheads M&A, restructuring, and cross-border investment strategies—helping clients identify the right opportunities, structure transactions effectively, and achieve transformative growth with precision and foresight.

  • Mergers & Acquisitions & Deal Advisory
  • Wealth & Asset Management
  • Investment Portfolio Strategy
  • Investment Strategy & Portfolio Diversification
  • Financial Due Diligence & Risk Analysis
  • Private Equity & Alternative Investments
  • Global Market Expansion & Cross-Border Transactions

Amr El Sherbiny

Senior Partner, Corporate Legal & Regulatory Compliance

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Amr El Sherbiny

Senior Partner, Corporate Legal & Regulatory Compliance

A distinguished legal strategist, corporate litigation expert, and former judge and prosecutor. With over 30 years of experience, Amr has led high-stakes litigation, arbitration, and regulatory compliance matters—successfully resolving complex corporate disputes and advising on economic crime, financial misconduct, and white-collar investigations. At Handle, Amr drives corporate law, litigation, and regulatory compliance strategies—enabling clients to navigate legal complexities, mitigate risk, and protect their business interests through sharp, business-oriented legal solutions.

  • Corporate & Commercial Litigation.
  • Judicial & Prosecutorial Experience.
  • Senior Legal Counsel, Baker McKenzie.
  • Economic Crimes & White-Collar Defense.
  • International Arbitration & Dispute Resolution.

Hossam Iraqe

Co-Founder & Senior Partner, Financial & Audit

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Hossam Iraqe

Co-Founder & Senior Partner, Financial & Audit

A financial strategist, serial entrepreneur, and investment expert, with a proven track record in building, scaling, and transforming businesses across diverse industries. As a co-founder of multiple successful ventures and a leader in financial strategy, Hossam has structured high-value investment deals, led complex financial restructurings, and delivered growth-driven strategies that have turned businesses into market leaders across Africa, the Middle East, and the GCC. At Handle, Hossam leads financial strategy, investment planning, and business transformation efforts—helping clients unlock growth, optimize capital efficiency, and achieve financial resilience through smart structuring, tax optimization, and performance-focused financial leadership.

  • Serial Entrepreneurship
  • Investment & Portfolio Management
  • Financial Strategy & Growth Planning
  • Business Turnarounds & Restructuring
  • Tax Optimization & Capital Efficiency

Mohamed Abu El-Makarem

Managing Partner & Chairman

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Mohamed Abu El-Makarem

Managing Partner & Chairman

A strategic business leader, dealmaker, and corporate advisor, Mohamed brings deep expertise in investment structuring, business turnarounds, and IPO preparation. He has led multi-billion-dollar M&A transactions, structured complex funding mechanisms, and advised boards, investors, and governments on growth, capital markets, and financial resilience—helping transform challenged businesses into scalable, profitable ventures. As the founder, Managing Partner, and Chairman of Handle, he has built a firm that rivals Tier-1 global advisory houses while maintaining agility and personalized execution. Mohamed leads the firm’s work in corporate funding, investment advisory, and business expansion—enabling clients to unlock growth, optimize capital strategies, and achieve long-term success.

  • International Commercial Negotiations & Deal Structuring
  • Strategic Planning & Market Expansion
  • Risk Mitigation & Complexity Management
  • Family Business Governance & Wealth Planning
  • IPO Readiness & Institutional Funding

Let’s Get To Work

You’ve seen the patterns. You know the stakes.

If the outcome matters, Let us Handle it.

All inquiries are reviewed by senior leadership. No junior handoffs. Confidentiality guaranteed.

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