Practice Area
Corporate Law
Our Corporate Law practice provides comprehensive legal support to businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups, offering guidance from initial incorporation to ongoing operational matters. We assist clients in selecting and forming the most suitable legal entity, including LLCs, joint-stock companies, partnerships, and other structures recognized under Lebanese and regional laws. Our lawyers advise on corporate governance frameworks, preparing bylaws, shareholder agreements, board resolutions, and internal policies to ensure transparent and compliant management. We support startups with tailored solutions that address early-stage structuring, investor participation, and regulatory compliance. Our team also assists established companies with restructuring, governance reviews, and risk-management strategies to support long-term stability and growth. With a practical, business-oriented approach, we help clients navigate their corporate responsibilities while maintaining operational efficiency and legal clarity.
Contracts Drafting and Negotiation
Our firm provides thorough contract-drafting and negotiation services designed to protect our clients’ interests and reduce the likelihood of disputes. We prepare, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements with an emphasis on accuracy, enforceability, and compliance with applicable laws. Our experience covers commercial contracts such as supplier agreements, service contracts, and distribution arrangements, as well as employment-related documents including employment contracts, consultancy agreements, and confidentiality provisions. We handle corporate and partnership agreements, from shareholder and joint-venture contracts to governance documents that define rights and responsibilities among stakeholders. Our team also manages real-estate-related documentation, including sale agreements, leases, development contracts, and construction arrangements. Additionally, we draft financial and investment documents such as loan agreements, financing structures, and securities documentation, alongside intellectual-property licenses and technology-transfer contracts. Whether preparing NDAs, MOUs, or term sheets, our objective is to deliver contracts that are clear, tailored, and aligned with our clients’ strategic and commercial needs.
Dispute Resolution
Our Dispute Resolution team represents clients in complex commercial, civil, and administrative disputes before Lebanese courts and arbitral tribunals. We combine strategic litigation experience with strong negotiation skills to achieve efficient and cost-effective outcomes. From pre-litigation advisory work to full representation before all judicial instances, we manage each case with precision and diligence. Our lawyers are skilled in handling contractual disputes, shareholder conflicts, insurance matters, real-estate claims, and enforcement proceedings. We also act in local arbitration, including institutional and ad hoc proceedings. We work closely with clients to assess legal exposure and identify the strongest path forward—whether through amicable settlement, mediation, or structured litigation. Our approach focuses on protecting our clients’ rights while minimizing business disruption and reputational risk.
Real Estate Portfolio Management
Our Real Estate Portfolio Management practice supports individuals, investors, and businesses in maximizing the value and performance of their real-estate assets. We guide clients through all types of real-estate transactions, including the purchase, sale, and leasing of both commercial and residential properties, ensuring that each transaction aligns with regulatory requirements and investment objectives. Our lawyers prepare and negotiate lease agreements and tenancy contracts, securing favorable terms for landlords and tenants alike. For clients managing multiple properties, we offer strategic advice on portfolio optimization, risk management, and long-term planning to enhance profitability and maintain compliance with applicable laws. We also assist in resolving issues related to title, development, and property management. With a focus on clarity, efficiency, and informed decision-making, we help clients protect and grow their real-estate investments while minimizing legal exposure.
Employment & Benefits
Our Employment and Benefits practice provides comprehensive support to employers and employees across all aspects of labor and social-security law. We assist clients in drafting employment contracts, workplace policies, and compliance procedures aligned with applicable laws and regulations. Our team advises on hiring, disciplinary measures, restructuring, and termination to ensure legally sound and fair processes. We represent clients before labor courts and administrative bodies in disputes involving wrongful dismissal, discrimination, workplace safety, or benefits claims. We also counsel businesses on social-security obligations, compensation structures, and incentive schemes tailored to their needs. With a deep understanding of employer-employee dynamics, we help clients mitigate risks, promote productive workplaces, and resolve conflicts efficiently.
Franchising
Our firm provides comprehensive legal services to franchisors and franchisees across a wide range of sectors, including retail, hospitality, food and beverage, and services. We prepare and negotiate franchise agreements, disclosure documents, and operational manuals that clearly define rights, obligations, and performance standards. Our team advises clients on trademark protection, territorial exclusivity, supply-chain arrangements, and quality-control mechanisms essential for successful franchise operations. We guide foreign brands through market entry into Lebanon as well as Lebanese brands planning to expand abroad, ensuring compliance with local regulations and commercial-agency laws. For existing networks, we assist with renewals, transfers, dispute management, and termination procedures. When disagreements arise, we represent clients in mediation, litigation, and arbitration involving franchise relationships. We work to preserve business value, brand integrity, and long-term sustainability for all franchise stakeholders.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Our M&A practice supports clients in every stage of corporate transactions, from initial structuring and due diligence to negotiation and closing. We advise both buyers and sellers on share acquisitions, asset transfers, joint ventures, and strategic alliances. Our lawyers conduct thorough legal audits covering corporate, regulatory, employment, commercial, and litigation risks to secure informed decision-making. We prepare and negotiate all transaction documents, including share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, and transitional service arrangements. Our team coordinates closely with financial and technical advisors to ensure smooth deal execution and regulatory compliance. We also assist foreign investors seeking to enter the Lebanese market or restructure their operations. With a strong focus on transaction efficiency and value optimization, we support clients in achieving growth through carefully structured and legally sound deals.
Intellectual Property
Our Intellectual Property practice protects and enforces clients’ rights across copyrights, trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and trade secrets. We assist in registering IP with local and international authorities, ensuring proper coverage and long-term protection. Our team advises on licensing, franchising, R&D agreements, and technology transfers to help companies commercialize their innovations. We monitor and enforce IP rights through cease-and-desist actions, border-control measures, and litigation when necessary. Our lawyers also handle infringement disputes, counterfeit cases, and online-platform violations. We support brand owners with portfolio management, renewal strategies, and market-entry assessments. Whether assisting start-ups, creative industries, or multinational corporations, we provide solutions that safeguard intangible assets and promote brand growth.
Banking
Our Banking practice advises financial institutions, lenders, borrowers, and investors on a broad range of regulatory and transactional matters. We assist with loan structuring, guarantees, security packages, and financing arrangements covering both corporate and consumer sectors. Our team supports clients in complying with banking regulations, risk-management standards, and anti-money-laundering requirements. We prepare and negotiate facility agreements, pledge contracts, and intercreditor arrangements tailored to complex commercial needs. In addition, we help financial institutions navigate licensing processes, internal policies, and governance frameworks. We represent clients in disputes involving credit facilities, enforcement proceedings, and regulatory investigations. With a deep understanding of Lebanon’s banking landscape, we provide precise and practical guidance that supports financial stability and transactional efficiency.
Media
Our Media practice supports clients across broadcasting, digital platforms, advertising, entertainment, and creative industries. We advise on content regulation, licensing, intellectual-property rights, and compliance with media-sector laws. Our team drafts and negotiates production agreements, advertising contracts, talent engagements, and distribution deals. We assist clients in managing digital-content issues, including defamation, privacy, user-generated material, and online-platform responsibilities. Our lawyers represent media entities in disputes involving contractual breaches, regulatory sanctions, and copyright infringement. We also help emerging creators and production companies protect their work and structure their business models. With a deep understanding of both traditional and digital media environments, we provide practical guidance that supports creative growth and risk-controlled content development.
Licensing
Our Licensing practice helps businesses secure the approvals and authorizations needed to operate legally and efficiently. We support clients in obtaining commercial registrations, sector-specific permits, and regulatory clearances from relevant authorities. Our team prepares and reviews licensing agreements for technology, intellectual property, software, and distribution arrangements. We assist companies in structuring royalty schemes, compliance obligations, and performance requirements that protect their interests. For foreign entities entering the Lebanese market, we provide guidance on legal frameworks governing agency, franchising, and operational licensing. We also advise on renewal processes, amendment filings, and regulatory reporting obligations. When conflicts arise, we represent clients in disputes involving licensing breaches or administrative decisions. Our goal is to streamline regulatory procedures and support stable business operations.
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
Our Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals practice provides legal guidance to hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies, distributors, and healthcare professionals. We advise on regulatory compliance, licensing, product registration, advertising rules, and interactions with public authorities. Our team assists clients in drafting commercial agreements, supply contracts, research collaborations, and distribution arrangements that adhere to sector-specific requirements. We also support organizations in managing patient-data obligations, medical-device standards, and pharmacovigilance procedures. When disputes arise involving liability, reimbursement, or contractual disagreements, we represent clients in both litigation and administrative proceedings. Our lawyers stay attentive to evolving regulations affecting pricing, licensing, and public-health standards. We deliver practical advice that balances legal compliance with the operational realities of the healthcare and life-sciences industry.