Noura Barakat, Esq.
Corporate Counsel and Legal Manager
Professional Overview
Noura Barakat is an accomplished corporate counsel and legal manager with a strong background in contract negotiation, compliance, and risk management. She specializes in providing strategic legal guidance to technology companies, helping them navigate complex regulatory environments and mitigate potential liabilities.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Corporate Counsel and Legal Manager at Agora, Noura is responsible for overseeing all legal affairs for the company. She drafts and reviews a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, NDAs, and service-level agreements. Noura also plays a key role in ensuring the company's compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and she advises cross-functional teams on legal considerations for new initiatives.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Agora, Noura held the position of Associate Attorney at The Upper Deck Company, where she specialized in intellectual property protection and dispute resolution. She also worked as a Conflict Management Specialist at Nextdoor, leveraging her expertise in mediation and conflict resolution to help the company navigate sensitive interpersonal issues.
Noura's earlier career experience includes roles as a Research Assistant at UC Hastings, a Summer Associate at Eversheds Sutherland, and a Certified Law Student at the Hastings Civil Justice Clinic. She also gained valuable experience as a Judicial Extern at the Los Angeles Superior Court and an Intern at the N & Y Law Group.
Academic Background
Noura holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in International Studies, with a minor in Conflict Resolution, from the University of California, Irvine, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from the University of California, District of Columbia.
Areas of Expertise
- Commercial contract drafting and negotiation
- Regulatory compliance and risk management
- Intellectual property protection
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Cross-functional collaboration and legal advisory
Professional Impact
As a Charter Member of TechGC, Noura actively contributes to the organization's efforts to support and empower in-house counsel within the technology industry. Through her work at Agora, she has played a crucial role in facilitating the company's growth and expansion, ensuring that all legal matters are handled with the utmost care and diligence.
Conclusion
Noura Barakat is a versatile and forward-thinking legal professional with a proven track record of success in the technology sector. Her combination of legal expertise, industry knowledge, and strategic problem-solving capabilities make her a valuable asset to any organization seeking to navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape.
