Practice Areas
Emerging Technology, IP & Data Protection
Artificial Intelligence & Web3 Frameworks
We advise technology companies on the legal implications of autonomous systems and distributed ledger technologies (DLT), with a focus on operational continuity and risk mitigation.
- AI Compliance & Governance: Advisory on the alignment of AI systems with emerging international benchmarks, including the EU AI Act and local MENA-specific digital transformation mandates.
- IP Protection of AI-Generated Assets: Strategic structuring of IP portfolios to protect and monetize AI-generated outputs, ensuring clarity on ownership, authorship, and licensing in a cross-border context.
- Blockchain & Web3 Operations: Legal oversight for decentralized projects, including smart contract auditing from a legal perspective, tokenization of assets, and the regulatory classification of digital assets within the MENA jurisdiction.
Data Privacy & Sovereignty
The firm assists clients in establishing comprehensive data governance programs that balance global standards with local enforcement realities.
- Regulatory Mapping: Cross-referencing GDPR requirements with regional data protection laws (including Lebanese Law No. 81/2018) to ensure seamless data flows and operational compliance.
- Compliance Programs: Drafting and implementation of internal data privacy policies, data processing agreements (DPAs), and incident response protocols.
- Data Subject Rights & Audits: Advising on the management of data subject access requests (DSARs) and conducting legal privacy impact assessments for new product launches.
Tech-Centric IP Strategy
We manage the protection of intangible assets in an international context, particularly for firms expanding their footprint within the Middle East.
- Portfolio Management: Registration and enforcement of trademarks, copyrights, and patents, with a focus on protecting software architecture and proprietary algorithms.
- Licensing & Commercialization: Negotiation of technology transfer agreements, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) contracts, and complex white-labeling arrangements.