‘The team is very coherent and diversified in specialities yet at the same time when you have many different activities at one time you still feel you are dealing with one team’

‘They take each case at heart and you truly feel that you are in safe hands whilst at the same time you have a very strong force behind you’

‘Amazing customer service and reactivity. Quick to understand our needs and extremely efficient and clear in their advice. They have taken gender equality to a whole other level and this is testimony to great leadership and an amazing culture. Offering pro-bono services to non-profits despite the economic crisis shows their engagement in their community and a culture that is quite unique.’

‘Chadia Meouchi (Managing Partner) and Carine Farran (Deputy Managing Partner) must be the most knowledgeable and professional lawyers I’ve ever worked with during my 24 years of experience working in the US, Europe, Asia and now Lebanon. They are always go above and beyond what we ask of them. It is very rare for lawyers not to be focused on billing time and to be so generous with their time and advice, even when they are completely overworked.’

‘Highly approachable, client/customer centric, and solution driven.’

‘We have instructed the firm since 1997 and we feel safe when we assign them a case, project or transaction. The results we’ve got are amazing and the most important, is the value of money, it is really reasonable compared with other firms in the region.’

‘Aref El Aref,  Katia Daou and Mohamed Ramadan are the three individuals that I’ve dealt with. They are available 24/7 and we feel the personal touch in their dedicated work; they are very qualified and have great knowledge in terms of  International Standards. In short such talented , precise and reliable people are stand outs and our work is in safe hands.’

‘EL Aref Law firm is very dedicated to deliver the best product. They are professional and knowledgeable. They are committed to excellence, have the ability to adapt, are very resourceful and well-connected within the industry.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable and have expertise with clear and simplified legal opinion. Lawyers are ready to support, explain and clarify the legal opinion or legal advisory work. They have a clear focus on customer service and quality of service. They are flexible on fees and payments.’

‘Aref EL Aref, is a fantastic lawyer, a tireless worker, a creative problem solver and a bona fide nice guy. He is by far the best lawyer in the country.’

‘Hadi Melki did a fantastic job!’

‘Intelligent diligence, attention to details and sound advise based on profound knowledge of both global and domestic markets.’

‘Pleasant, professional, cultured and patient with excellent grasp of industry nuances’

‘The team at EKP is extremely knowledgeable in many areas of the law. They are always available to assist us with a legal opinion whether it is commercial, workplace, governance, government or other areas of the law. They have high availability and always reply to enquiries in a timely manner.’

‘The most important aspect of dealing with EKP, other than their legal experience, is their availability. They are always a phone call away and happy to give opinion on the fly when needed. A special mention to Ziad El Khoury and Bassem Chalhoub who are extremely dedicated to our business and have assisted us in many of our legal needs over the last few years.’

‘Jad Skaff leads a very capable team in Lebanon. He has a deep understanding of the local legal market and custom. He is able to provide insightful advice beyond the black letter of the law, therefore informing strategies in a meaningful way that truly adds value. He is responsive, detailed and pragmatic’.

‘Jad Skaff is a very capable partner in the practice. Clients like him, he is an excellent local counsel and we feel we gain a deeper understanding of local legal practices and customs – including how courts approach matters and apply the law.’

‘International law firm experience helps the firm understand how to deal with complex matters and simple things which can be a struggle in this market such as sticking to deadlines. The partners have done a tremendous job in navigating a very difficult situation in Lebanon to be able to deliver their services seamlessly.’

‘Jad Skaff stands out as a voice of knowledge and experience in transactional work in Lebanon and consistently delivers.’

‘Professional and efficient. Jad Skaff and Joseph Nassrallah, Innovative thinking and accrued experience’

‘The team of the firm is very much integrated under the supervision of the partner Joseph Nasrallah. The firm is very reliable and provides its services in an efficient and timely way. Speediness and quality are definitely something that distinguishes the firm compared to the other ones in the region. NSP Legal meets Western standards.’

‘Joseph Nasrallah is an outstanding lawyer with strong commercial ability and communication skills. When he is on a deal you definitely feel accompanied and on the safe side.’

‘The team is made up of highly professional and courteous people who take the time to understand the business before offering their valued advice. The personal care given to us as a firm has been exceptional and we truly value all the advice that they provide us, let alone the regular legal work.’

‘We work very closely with Jad Skaff who gives us all the attention we need, despite his role as a Partner. We value the kindness and true commitment to our business and his experience allows for us to grow with the firm together. He stood by us in difficult times and we appreciate all the flexibility he offered.’

‘Hayat Law’s main strength lies in its partners, especially the Managing Partner, Ali El Maoula (as explained below).

‘Hayat has recently upgraded it’s tech capabilities. This allowed us to have good virtual contact and meetings without any glitches or issues. In terms of diversity, Hayat Law’s team is composed of a majority of accomplished female associates. Overall the team is diverse on all levels, including gender, legal and social backgrounds’

‘Ali el Maoula, Managing Partner at Hayat is outstanding. Mr. Maoula prioritizes the quality of the product delivered by the firm. Him and his team of associates always showed to be on top of the matters assigned to them.

Mr. Maoula has also proven to be a very strong legal strategist, with creative and innovative legal approaches.’

‘Hayat Law’s practice is unique thanks to the exceptional level of professionalism and dedication it never fails to deliver, which is exactly what a client looks for in a law firm. This firm, as opposed to other Lebanese Law firms, was particularly able, during the pandemic to maintain the same level of excellence even though the whole country was on lock-down. This was facilitated by the fact that their system, library and archives are on online easily accessible and secure platforms.’

‘I mostly work with Me Ali el Maoula. His integrity and hard focused work are the main assets the firm’s values rely on . His advising style is extremely direct and client oriented, with a peculiar attention to details.’

‘Very good knowledge of both, the Lebanese different laws & the international laws for matters relating to commercial activities.’

‘Availability & quick advice on important matters by Naoum Farah and Yara Wakim.’

‘One of the better legal practice in Lebanon, clients are treated not as cash machine. communication with the client is exceptional complicated legal issue are clearly explained in terms that are understood.’

‘I have only has to deal with Naoum Farah and Yara Wakeem and both were exceptional.’

‘Naoum Farah is very responsive and experience in commercial matters.’

‘The team is young, entrepreneurial and has wide presence in the market. Ramy is a close friend and a strong lawyer’