Commercial & Corporate Law
Lebanon has a well-developed legal framework governing business activity, company formation, commercial transactions, competition, insolvency, and franchising. At Azzi Law Firm (ALF), we provide end-to-end legal support to companies, entrepreneurs, and investors—both in Lebanon and internationally—with a strong focus on setting up companies in Lebanon and abroad and managing each file from initial planning through full operational launch.
1) Company Formation in Lebanon & Abroad (Full-Service, Step-by-Step)
We help clients establish the most suitable legal structure (including SARL, SAL, holding companies, offshore structures, and other appropriate vehicles) and handle the entire incorporation process, including:
Selecting the right legal form based on the nature of the business, number of partners/shareholders, capital, liability, and expansion goals.
Structuring governance and authority
Management and representation framework
Signing authority and delegation
Decision-making processes and approval thresholds
Preparing all required documentation
Articles of association / bylaws / incorporation documents
Minutes and resolutions (incorporation, appointment of management, powers of signature)
Authorizations and mandates for representatives/signatories
Shareholders’/partners’ agreements where applicable (rights, exits, dispute resolution, confidentiality, etc.)
Any required annexes or regulatory documents depending on the structure and industry
Managing registration and filings with the competent authorities
Preparation and submission of official filings
Follow-up on Commercial Register procedures and administrative requirements
Completion of required deposits/registrations in line with applicable rules
Post-incorporation support
Amendments to corporate documents and corporate housekeeping
Changes in shareholders/partners or management
Capital increases/decreases
Branch or representative office set-up
Restructuring to support growth in Lebanon or abroad
2) Commercial Law & Day-to-Day Business Transactions
We support businesses in their commercial operations through
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts (supply, services, distribution, partnerships, etc.)
Letters of Credit (LCs) and international trade transactions in line with Lebanese banking practice and applicable legal rules
Import/export matters, including guidance on customs regulations and relevant trade requirements
Commercial representation, including agency and distribution agreements in Lebanon
3) Corporate Governance, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
We advise companies on strategic and structural matters, including
Corporate governance frameworks, internal policies, and management authorities
M&A transactions, deal structuring, and risk assessment
Negotiation and review of transaction documents and related legal correspondence
4) Commercial Disputes & Litigation
We represent clients in commercial disputes with a solutions-oriented approach
Amicable settlements and mediation where appropriate
Commercial litigation and procedural follow-up before the competent courts/authorities when settlement is not possible
5) Unfair Competition & Compliance
We help clients protect their business and reduce legal exposure, including
Trademark infringement and commercial reputation issues
False or misleading advertising
Unlawful interference with commercial relationships
Ongoing advice on legal compliance and risk mitigation
6) Insolvency, Bankruptcy & Restructuring
We advise and represent companies, creditors, and stakeholders in insolvency matters, including:
Company liquidation
Debt restructuring
Criminal bankruptcy issues where relevant
Coordination with liquidators, banks, and insolvency trustees to manage proceedings efficiently