Laurène Abboud

Associate

Biography

Laurène is an Associate in the Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Department. She currently manages a wide-ranging caseload that encompasses corporate, company, litigation, and personal injury matters.

Laurène holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Political Science and Law as well as a Master of Science in International Trade Policy, both, from the University of the West Indies. Subsequently, she pursued her legal education in the United Kingdom and was called to the Bar of England and Wales by the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn.

Prior to joining the firm, she was a United Nations Volunteer supporting the United Nations Development Programme with contributions to reports on climate change and sustainable energy in small island developing states. Currently, she volunteers as an English tutor for a London-based charity that supports young people facing socio-economic disadvantages.

Laurène’s commitment to providing exceptional client service and building lasting relationships is matched only by her thirst for professional growth and career advancement. She is especially dedicated to supporting the firm’s litigation efforts and expanding her legal portfolio.

Department

  • Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Practice Areas

  • Commercial and Banking
  • Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Employment and Labour
  • Personal Injury

Education and Bar Admissions

  • BSc., Political Science & Law (Hons) University of the West Indies, 2017
  • MSc., International Trade Policy, University of the West Indies, 2018
  • GDL, The University of Law, London Bloomsbury, 2020
  • Bar Practice Course, The University of Law, London Bloomsbury, 2023
  • Admitted to the Bar of England & Wales, 2023 (non-practicing)
  • Admitted to Practice Law in Saint Lucia, 2023

Membership and Other

  • Member, Bar Association of Saint Lucia
  • Member, Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn, London, England
  • Neville Duncan Award for Outstanding Performance in the BSc. Political Science
  • Languages: Arabic (Native), French (Working Knowledge), Spanish (Intermediate)