Establishing Legal Entities in Lebanon

Summary

About the Workshop

In this one-hour workshop titled “Applicable Laws for Establishing Legal Entities in Lebanon,” young entrepreneurs will gain crucial insights into the legal framework governing business formation in the country. This session is designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the complex landscape of Lebanese laws and regulations, ensuring they are well-prepared to establish their ventures legally and efficiently.

The workshop will cover the following key areas:

Types of Legal Entities: Participants will learn about the different types of legal entities available in Lebanon, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies (LLCs), and joint stock companies, along with the benefits and challenges of each structure.
Legal Requirements and Registration Process: The session will provide a step-by-step overview of the legal requirements, registration procedures, and necessary documentation needed to set up a business in Lebanon, from acquiring permits to registering with relevant authorities.
Taxation and Compliance: Entrepreneurs will also gain an understanding of the tax obligations associated with each legal entity, as well as the compliance requirements they need to meet to avoid legal issues down the road.
Navigating Regulatory Bodies: The workshop will offer practical advice on how to navigate key Lebanese regulatory bodies such as the Ministry of Economy and Trade, the Investment Development Authority of Lebanon (IDAL), and the Commercial Register.
By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with a clear understanding of the legal processes and considerations involved in establishing a legal entity in Lebanon, helping them make informed decisions as they embark on their entrepreneurial journey.

Objectives and Learning Outcomes

  • Identify different types of legal entities in Lebanon and their benefits and challenges.
  • Understand the legal requirements and registration process for establishing a business in Lebanon.
  • Learn about taxation obligations and compliance requirements for various legal entities.
  • Gain practical advice on navigating key Lebanese regulatory bodies involved in business registration.

Tentative Agenda

10 minutes: Introduction and Welcoming

70 minutes: Establishing Legal Entities in Lebanon

10 minutes: QAs

Trainer Profile

Khodr Fakih

Dr. Khodr Fakih received a Bachelor of Law (LLB) from the Lebanese University, a Master of Laws (LLM) with honor and a Doctorate of Juridical Science from Northwestern University School of Law. Dr. Fakih is the Director of Legal Studies and the coordinator of Business Law at the Adnan Kassar School of Business. His research and teaching interests including American/Lebanese Business/Corporate Law, International/Domestic Arbitration Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Business Ethics. Executive Training Offered numerous seminars and workshops including advanced lectures in alternative dispute resolutions (ADR), litigation, corporate law, family law, merger and acquisition law, international business transaction, privatization, human rights, business ethics. Conducted numerous civil rights seminars in Lebanon and abroad. Attended seminar/workshop about developing university curriculum about negotiation and mediation at the International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group Downtown) 18-12-2012. Consulting Activities Offshore and Lebanese Limited liability companies. American Companies (LLC/Partnerships). Providing legal works to many American pharmaceutical companies. Arbitration Law.
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