Junior Associate- Lebanon Companies Formation and Maintenance
Education:
Bachelor in Law- Lebanese University- Beirut, Lebanon
Master in Law- Lebanese University- Beirut, Lebanon
Responsibilities:
• Assist in the formation and registration of Lebanese companies, including SARL, SAL, and other corporate structures, by preparing incorporation documents and coordinating filing procedures with the Commercial Registry and relevant authorities.
• Draft and review basic corporate documents such as articles of association, shareholders’ resolutions, board resolutions, powers of attorney, and corporate certificates.
• Prepare and submit incorporation files to the Commercial Registry, Ministry of Finance, municipalities, and other competent authorities.
• Support senior lawyers in structuring corporate setups and advising clients on the appropriate legal form for their business activities.
• Maintain and update corporate records, including shareholders’ registers, board decisions, and statutory documentation.
• Assist with post-incorporation procedures such as tax registration, commercial circulars, publication requirements, and registration with relevant regulatory bodies.
• Monitor corporate compliance requirements and statutory deadlines, including annual filings, renewals, and updates to company records.
• Coordinate with notaries, public administrations, banks, and other service providers involved in the incorporation and maintenance process.
• Conduct legal research on Lebanese corporate law, regulatory updates, and administrative procedures affecting company operations.
• Assist with amendments to corporate structures, including changes to shareholding, management, capital increases or reductions, and amendments to articles of association.
• Support the preparation of corporate due diligence reports and documentation related to mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring transactions involving Lebanese entities.
