Corporate & Commercial Law

With over 50 years of experience, our firm is a trusted legal advisor to businesses of all sizes, from startups and family-run enterprises to leading corporations. Our corporate and commercial lawyers provide strategic, practical legal support across every stage of the business lifecycle.

Strategic Legal Partnership

Whether you're launching a new venture, managing daily operations, entering complex transactions, or navigating periods of change, we offer clear, business-focused guidance grounded in commercial insight.

We work closely with clients to understand their goals and industry challenges, delivering tailored legal solutions that reduce risk, support growth, and ensure compliance.

Cross-border Expertise

We advise on cross-border matters and multi-jurisdictional transactions, bringing global perspective to local business challenges.

Key Industry Sectors

Our Corporate & Commercial Services

Comprehensive legal support tailored to your business needs at every stage of growth

Company Formation, Governance & Liquidation

End-to-end legal support throughout the corporate lifecycle, from incorporation and structuring to governance and business closure.

We provide end-to-end legal guidance from incorporation to business closure. At formation, we advise on the best legal structures and draft tailored shareholder's agreements and constitutional documents. For governance, we support boards and management with directors’ duties, board procedures, conflict management, and compliance frameworks to ensure transparent operations. When closing a business, we handle all aspects of liquidation, including filings, creditor engagement, and settlements, ensuring an orderly exit. At every stage, we deliver clear, strategic advice that safeguards interests and supports confident decisions.

Optimal legal structures and tailored constitutional documents

Board governance and directors' responsibilities guidance

Shareholder's agreements defining ownership and control rights

Voluntary and compulsory liquidation management

Insolvency & Bankruptcy

Comprehensive support for both creditors and debtors in financially distressed situations with solutions-driven approach.

We support both creditors and debtors in all insolvency and bankruptcy matters, offering practical solutions in financially distressed situations. For businesses, we provide guidance on restructuring, turnaround plans, creditor negotiations, and formal proceedings to preserve value and manage risk. For creditors, we assist with debt recovery, enforcement of security rights, and legal strategy in liquidation or bankruptcy to protect interests and maximize recovery. Fully compliant with Lebanese law, we deliver clear, commercially focused advice to help clients navigate complex financial challenges with confidence.

Restructuring options and turnaround plan preparation

Debt recovery and security rights enforcement

Creditor negotiations and formal proceedings guidance

Full compliance with Lebanese law requirements

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Full-lifecycle transaction support for local and international clients in corporate acquisitions.

We work closely with both local and international clients on all aspects of corporate acquisitions, providing clear and practical legal support in a constantly evolving legal and regulatory environment. Our involvement typically spans the full lifecycle of a transaction — from advising on the deal structure and preparing preliminary agreements, to conducting due diligence, assisting with acquisition financing, negotiating terms, and overseeing the closing process. We focus on delivering efficient, commercially sound solutions that support our clients' business objectives at every step.

Deal structuring and preliminary agreement preparation

Acquisition financing assistance

Comprehensive due diligence processes

Term negotiation and closing process oversight

Franchising, Distribution, Agency & Commercial Contracts

Strategic guidance on complex commercial relationships from structuring to termination procedures.

We advise on franchising, distribution, agency, and joint venture arrangements, handling everything from structuring and drafting agreements to regulatory approvals and termination procedures, locally and cross-border. Our commercial contracts practice combines legal expertise with business insight, helping clients draft, review, and negotiate clear, enforceable agreements aligned with their goals. We focus on managing risk while supporting sustainable, long-term relationships and growth.

Franchising and distribution agreement structuring

Regulatory compliance and disclosure obligations

Joint venture arrangement guidance

Cross-border commercial contract management

Regulatory Compliance

Transform complex regulatory requirements into clear, manageable compliance programs tailored to your industry.

We help businesses confidently navigate their legal and regulatory obligations, turning complex requirements into clear, manageable steps. Whether it’s licensing and permits, data protection, anti-money laundering (AML), or corporate reporting, we provide tailored advice that fits your industry and unique operations. From establishing effective compliance programs to supporting you through audits and regulatory inquiries, we partner with you to ensure your business meets both Lebanese and international standards, safeguarding your reputation and giving you peace of mind.

Licensing and permits guidance

Corporate reporting requirements

Data protection and AML compliance

Audit and regulatory inquiry support

Ongoing Corporate Advisory Services

For both growing and established businesses, we offer ongoing corporate advisory services, acting as an outsourced legal department to support everyday decision-making, contract management, compliance, and governance.

Decision Support

Strategic guidance for key business decisions

Contract Management

Comprehensive contract lifecycle support

Compliance

Ongoing regulatory compliance monitoring

Governance

Corporate governance best practices

Your Strategic Legal Partner

Whether you're laying the foundation for a new business, expanding internationally, or facing complex commercial challenges, our team is ready to deliver timely, strategic legal advice that supports your goals and drives your business forward.

We aim to be more than just legal counsel, we strive to be a lasting partner in your business journey.