Isabel Bathurst is what happens when a sharp legal mind meets a curiosity for technology — and decides to shake things up. A qualified solicitor turned CEO and Founder of Legal AI, she’s building tools by a lawyer, for lawyers, because she’s lived the pain points herself (keyboard fatigue included). Drawn to Ras Al Khaimah’s energy, openness, and sea-side soul, Isabel sees RAK as a place where innovation, community, and women in leadership don’t just exist — they’re genuinely encouraged. Think: law meets AI, powered by purpose, with a sailboat parked somewhere nearby.
Interview Highlights
Started out as a traditional litigation lawyer… then spotted how technology could actually make lawyers’ lives better (and saner).
Built Legal AI because juggling law, leadership, and motherhood made efficiency non-negotiable.
Nearly got pulled toward Dubai — until a close friend said, “Ah no, you don’t know Ras Al Khaimah” 👀.
Fell for RAK’s energy, vision, and people, calling it a place that feels like it’s genuinely moving forward.
Loves the ocean, sailing, swimming — and even named her product Kai, inspired by the sea and its deeper meaning.
Passionate about women in tech and leadership, and felt openly supported and welcomed in RAK.
Big believer in building businesses that serve the local community, from apprenticeships to real engagement.
Her advice? Don’t hide behind a brand — talk to people, listen deeply, and build what they actually need.
Gave a shoutout to WOW-RAK as the perfect starting point for anyone wanting to understand Ras Al Khaimah’s business scene, community energy, and what’s really happening on the ground.
Pull Out Quotes
“Efficiency is really important to me and getting the work done well and quickly… gives me that balance in life to be able to do both.”
“Ras Al Khaimah has certainly got that feeling of a place that’s moving forwards, growing, developing.”
“Release the lawyer from being a hostage to the computer keyboard and really open up back conversations.”
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About the Collaboration (WOW-RAK × E-Find RAK)
When storytelling meets discovery — you get a front-row seat to Ras Al Khaimah’s most inspiring journeys. That’s exactly what happens when WOW-RAK, the city’s lifestyle voice, joins hands with E-Find RAK, the digital compass for local talent and businesses. Think of it as your backstage pass to the people shaping RAK — with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of personality.
Together, we’re lifting the curtain on the movers and makers behind the emirate’s glow-up. From boardrooms to beach walks, RAK Icons brings you real stories from real legends — all rooted right here in Ras Al Khaimah.
Together, we’re putting the spotlight where it belongs: on the people behind the scenes — the dreamers, doers, and change-makers who are building, creating, and inspiring in Ras Al Khaimah. From accountants to artists, chefs to CEOs, RAK Icons is our way of saying, “Hey, have you met this amazing human yet?”
Because Ras Al Khaimah isn’t just about the views — it’s about the visionaries. And this collaboration is here to tell their stories, one incredible local at a time.
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