Hania M. Hammoud is a distinguished legal expert renowned for her extensive knowledge and steadfast commitment to excellence. She earned her doctoral degree in law from the University of Montreal, Canada, which provided a strong foundation for her career, focusing on innovative legal perspectives in governance structures, particularly within family business dynamics.
With over two decades of experience, Dr. Hammoud has excelled in civil law, corporate law, intellectual property, corporate governance, succession planning, family business law, conflict resolution, and mediation. Since 1995, she has served as the Managing Partner and Attorney at Law at Hammoud Law Firm in Beirut, Lebanon, where she leads the Family Business and Wealth Division, offering strategic counsel to navigate complex legal landscapes.
Beyond her consultancy role, Dr. Hammoud founded “USULUNA – The Center for Family, Family Enterprises & Wealth,” which addresses the unique needs of family businesses and wealth management across generations.
She also lectures on law, family business, and corporate governance, significantly contributing to legal scholarship and societal understanding. Additionally, she delivers lectures on Corporate Governance for the EMBA Program at the Olayan Business School – AUB.
As a certified mediator at “TASWEYA,” she specializes in resolving conflicts in family and business dynamics, focusing on constructive resolutions that preserve relationships.
Her diverse roles include serving as an Agricultural Land Tenure Consultant for the BASATINE Project, where she developed sustainable land rental practices. She has also been an Executive Board Member and Treasurer of the National Commission for Lebanese Women (NCLW), advocating for governance, transparency, and women’s economic empowerment.
Outside her professional endeavors, Dr. Hammoud is deeply committed to social responsibility, mentoring women and youth in decision-making roles, and supporting family businesses, thereby promoting inclusive governance and economic empowerment.