Lebanon’s First Legal Intellectual Property Rights Incubation Program

This Program was designed to empower Lebanese lawyers with specialized knowledge in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), based on both Lebanese and European standards. By enhancing their skills, the program enables them to support universities, researchers, start-ups, spin-off companies, and key stakeholders within the innovation ecosystem. Our goal is to create a community of skilled advocates for IPR protection and enforcement, contributing to the sustainable growth of the knowledge economy.

The Vision

Our aim is to establish a strong network of IPR-trained legal professionals who play an important role in advancing innovation and entrepreneurship in the region. By fostering expertise in IPR, we envision a future where universities, start-ups, and innovators are supported by skilled lawyers, leading to a thriving, well-protected intellectual property landscape that drives economic and societal progress.

Reasons to Join

Network Empowerment

Strengthen your business and influence networks.

Access to Events

Participate in Lebanon's innovation events in Lebanon and abroad, including exclusive meetings.

Project Engagement

Seize opportunities to contribute as a speaker, trainer, expert or more.

Showcase Opportunity

Be featured on our platforms as a distinguished diaspora member.

Foster R&D Ambitions

Leverage Lebanon Innovate to develop your research and development aspirations.

About The Program

The program provided an intensive training of 300-hour program spanning almost three months, from May to July, and was delivered by industry leaders Sader Law, representing the Lebanese perspective, and Mr. Matej Kleiman, representing EU IP standards. The curriculum covered a comprehensive range of topics, including:

IP & Innovation
IP policies & protection
R&D results, know-how, patents
IPR laws and Competition Law
Licensing and Technology Transfer
International Patenting & Collaboration
Trademarks, Designs, and Copyright
IP for Spin-Offs, Startups, and SMEs
IP Evaluation and Commercialization
Business Law and IP Integration
Contractual Practices in IP
Code of Ethics for IP Lawyers
Sector-Specific Focus: Agrofood, ICT & Creative Industries, Health

The training provided participants with both theoretical and practical knowledge, enabling them to apply advanced tools and methodologies in real-world case studies. The capacitated lawyers are now ready to offer a wide range of specialized legal services grounded in Lebanese and European standards, supporting universities, start-ups, SMEs, and other stakeholders within the innovation ecosystem. These services are designed to foster innovation and help organizations thrive in a competitive market, contributing to the sustainable growth of the knowledge economy.

Meet The Experts

Matej Kliman

IP and Technology Transfer Lawyer

Nisrine Haddad

Managing Partner at SADER & Associates (Advocates & Legal Consultants)

Meet The Lawyers

Ahmad Al Sayed Mortada

Trainee Lawyer

Amine Bachir

Attorney at Law

Carine Kadri

Attorney at Law

Carla Bou Ziab

Trainee Lawyer

Fares Abi Khalil

Attorney at Law

Fouad El Saddi

Partner

Georges Bechara

Attorney at Law

Hania Hammoud

Co-Founder- Managing Director

Lina Haidar

Attorney-at-law

Lydia Farah

Attorney at Law

Maroun Hachem

Attorney-at-law

Mazen Dawi

Attorney at Law

Mohammad Serhan

Attorney at Law

Myriam Jabre

Attorney at Law

Pia Majdalani

Conseiller juridique-Rectorat

RonyChedid

Attorney at Law - Legal Consultant

Stephanie Rahal

Attorney at Law

Victoria Cherfane

Attorney at Law

Our Goals

Connectivity and Networking

Facilitate connections and networking opportunities with Lebanese entrepreneurs, researchers and fellow diaspora members.

Support and Engagement

Provide support in diaspora members area of such as mentorship programs and access to educational resources.

Contribution and Development

Involving activities like investment in the innovators and researchers’ innovations, philanthropic efforts, knowledge and skill transfer, and advocacy for policies that benefit the homeland.

Key services include:

Expert advice on IP policies, protection strategies, and compliance with Lebanese and European IP standards.
Assistance with patent, trademark, design, and copyright registration locally and internationally.
Management of IP portfolios, including documentation, renewal, and protection.
Support for the commercialization of IP assets and technology transfer arrangements.
Legal services tailored to spin-offs and start-ups, including contract drafting and negotiation.
Educational workshops and mentorship to raise awareness of IP issues and mentor future IP professionals.

The lawyers are equipped to assist with licensing, R&D collaborations, and contractual practices, ensuring legal soundness and fairness in all agreements.

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