Marihan Hanna
About Marihan Hanna
Marihan Hanna is a Senior Legal Counsel at illion in Melbourne, Australia, with a diverse legal background that includes roles at Bespoke, Rotstein Commercial Lawyers, and Slater & Gordon. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Practical Legal Training, and possesses expertise in commercial agreements, intellectual property, and corporate matters.
Work at Illion
Marihan Hanna has been serving as Senior Legal Counsel at Illion since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for providing legal advice and support on various matters. Her expertise includes negotiating and drafting commercial agreements, as well as advising on intellectual property and corporate issues. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, she has been instrumental in addressing both operational and strategic client needs.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Prior to her current position at Illion, Marihan Hanna held several legal roles. She worked as an Associate at Bespoke from 2021 to 2022, and as a Senior Associate at Rotstein Commercial Lawyers for four months in 2019. Additionally, she gained experience as a Commercial Lawyer and Migration Agent at Blackstone Waterhouse Zouki Lawyers from 2015 to 2017. Her early career included positions as a Law Clerk at Slater & Gordon and as a Student Lawyer at Victoria Legal Aid.
Education and Expertise
Marihan Hanna holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from La Trobe University, where she studied from 2008 to 2011. She also completed a Post-Graduate Diploma in Practical Legal Training at the Leo Cussen Centre for Law in 2012. Furthermore, she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with a Double Major in History and Legal Studies from La Trobe University from 2005 to 2008. Her educational background supports her specialist skills in commercial law, intellectual property, and corporate matters.
Professional Skills and Values
Marihan Hanna possesses a strong ability to provide commercially appropriate legal advice across various areas, including property and leasing, sales, mergers and acquisitions, and general commercial matters. She is known for her negotiation and drafting skills in commercial agreements. Her core professional values include integrity, loyalty, empathy, and resilience, which guide her interactions with clients and colleagues.
Engagement with Industry Innovators
Marihan Hanna is passionate about engaging with industry innovators and changemakers. She aims to build meaningful relationships within the legal and business communities. Her approach focuses on understanding and responding to both existing and anticipated client needs, ensuring that she delivers effective legal solutions that align with their objectives.