FOCAL

Welcome to FOCAL

FOCAL was established to provide practical, commercially focused, and tailored legal solutions that meet the unique needs of businesses and individuals.

With extensive experience in multinational corporations and international legal environments, we understand that legal advice must not only be technically sound but also commercially practical.

At FOCAL, we focus on helping clients achieve their objectives while effectively managing legal and business risks.

About Founder & FOCAL

Shilpa Bhasin Mehra

Shilpa is an experienced legal professional with a distinguished career spanning law firms, multinational corporations, and senior leadership roles.

After many years of serving as legal counsel and Head of Legal for international organizations, Shilpa established FOCAL to offer clients practical, business-oriented legal support that delivers real value.

Professional Credentials:

Member, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb)
Registered Wills Draftsman, DIFC Wills Centre
Mediator, DIFC Mediation Centre

Our Expertise

UAE Business Setup

Supporting entrepreneurs and companies establishing operations in the UAE.

Company Formation
Regulatory Guidance
Corporate Structuring
Legal Documentation

Corporate Legal Advisory

Strategic legal support tailored to business objectives.

Corporate Governance
Compliance Programs
Legal Risk Management
Board Advisory Support

Contracts & Documentation

Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements that protect your interests.

Contract Drafting
Contract Review
Negotiation Support
Vendor & Shareholder Agreements

Arbitration & Mediation

Alternative dispute resolution services focused on efficient outcomes.

Arbitration Support
Mediation Facilitation
Settlement Negotiations
Dispute Prevention

DIFC Wills & Estate Planning

Protecting personal and family assets through structured planning.

DIFC Wills Drafting
Estate Planning
Succession Planning
Asset Protection

Media & Recognition

Selected cover stories and editorial features highlighting Shilpa Bhasin Mehra's leadership, professional journey, and practical approach to corporate solutions.

The Prime Today

A Heritage of Law, A Voice of Her Own

A feature on legal heritage, principled leadership, negotiation, and turning complex challenges into practical solutions.

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TheCEOVerse · Cover Story

Legal Innovation & Leadership Visionary of the Year 2026

A profile of adaptability, relationship-led advisory, dispute avoidance, and leadership grounded in integrity.

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Conglomerate Magazine cover featuring Shilpa Bhasin Mehra

Conglomerate Magazine · On the Cover

Adaptability Is the Key

An inspiring account of resilience, reinvention, and a career built across legal practice and corporate leadership.

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The Mediation Hub MENA

Member Profile: Shilpa Bhasin Mehra

A professional profile covering more than 30 years in the UAE, corporate legal leadership, international contracts, and commitment to mediation.

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Shilpa Bhasin Mehra featured in the 2025 Frontier 100s

Frontier Blaze · 2025 Frontier 100s

Influential Legal Expert and Mediator

Recognition for corporate legal leadership, purposeful dispute resolution, resilience, and a people-centred vision for the future of law.

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Global Legal Summit

Advisory Board Appointment

Recognition of Shilpa's contribution to legal leadership, governance, innovation, and global professional collaboration.

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Women in Law and legal leadership feature on Shilpa Bhasin Mehra

Women in Law · Legal Leadership

Redefining Global Legal Leadership

A leadership feature celebrating experience, integrity, resilience, and influence across the international legal landscape.

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Launch of Unfiltered and Unapologetic by Shilpa Bhasin Mehra

BW Legal World · Book Launch

From Law to Life Lessons

The launch of Unfiltered and Unapologetic, bringing together reflections on professional life, relationships, resilience, and authenticity.

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Powerful Business Women

The Power of Rising Again

A profile of resilience, authentic leadership, reinvention, and the courage to keep moving beyond personal and professional limitations.

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Author Recognition

Presenting All Battles Aren't Legal

A proud moment presenting Shilpa's book to the Consul General of India, celebrating her journey as a lawyer, author, and Indian professional in the UAE.

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Khaleej Times feature on Shilpa Bhasin Mehra's journey to leading her own consultancy

Khaleej Times · UAE

From a Six-Foot Bed to Her Own Consultancy

A landmark feature tracing Shilpa's extraordinary recovery, return to professional life, and journey to leading her own consultancy firm.

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Client Testimonials

"During the period I have been working with Shilpa I found her a professional in her field, continuously demonstrating a thoughtful, creative, problem-solving approach. She was a great asset to the Company with the quality to take assignments on board with a smile and working towards win-win solutions in often tough and complex situations."

— Daan Koornneef CEO/Executive & Non-Executive Director

"From the very beginning, she stood out as someone exceptionally resilient, resourceful, knowledgeable, proactive, and remarkably efficient in everything she undertook. Working with her has always been both a pleasure and an inspiration."

— Mahendra Prasad Rai Principal at Cooma & Rai

"Shilpa had great flair for understanding complex situations and commercial realities, presenting them clearly and succinctly to her non-legal colleagues. In addition to her extensive legal knowledge, Shilpa's ability to create practical solutions to difficult problems is what makes her stand out from other legal advisers."

— Bob Heath Owner & Principal Consultant at GoConsultGlobal

Latest Insights

Legal Considerations for UAE Startups

Key regulatory landscapes, structuring formats, and compliance checks every new business owner in the UAE must keep track of...

Importance of Strong Commercial Contracts

How precise contractual frameworks can insulate your operations, defend revenue lines, and limit multi-jurisdictional liability...

DIFC Wills: What You Need to Know

A comprehensive breakdown of asset protection regimes strategy for expats holding wealth or real estate assets in Dubai...

Contact FOCAL

We would be delighted to discuss your requirements.

shilpa.mylegalconnect@gmail.com

Shilpa Bhasin Mehra on LinkedIn

Available for Consultations in:

Corporate Advisory • Commercial Contracts • Arbitration • Mediation • DIFC Wills • Business Setup Support