Call for a Legal consultant- REAF

Berytech is a leading organization in the Entrepreneurial Eco-system in Lebanon, that aims to provide a conducive environment for the creation and development of startups, through incubation, business support, counseling, funding, networking, and company hosting, hence taking part in the economic revival of the country, participating in wealth and job creation, and retaining graduates and high-level skills in Lebanon.

The Rural Entrepreneurs in Agri-Food (REAF) program aims at strengthening the business and product viability of innovative startups tackling sustainable rural economic development operating in South Mount Lebanon, Central and West Bekaa. The program will provide the startups with the tools to transform their ideas into sustainable and profitable businesses. REAF’s youth training will enhance their entrepreneurship mentality and entry into the job market.

The Accelerator Program's mission is to nurture and grow disruptive ideas, proof of concepts, and prototypes that share three common characteristics:

1. A disruptive scientific or technological focus in agri-food, eco-tourism, circular economy, and sustainable agriculture.
2. The possibility to scale in the local market and beyond that.
3. The potential to create sustainable job opportunities locally.

The REAF Program seeks a Legal Advisor to deliver the following requirements:

• Assist startups in understanding and navigating the legal landscape in Lebanon, with a focus on the registration process and compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Provide guidance on the establishment of legal entities, including advising on company structure and the necessary documentation required for registration.
• Draft co-founders agreements for startups, outlining roles, responsibilities, equity distribution, and dispute resolution mechanisms to ensure clear governance and protect the interests of all co-founders.
• Conduct legal due diligence for startups to identify potential legal risks and provide recommendations for mitigation.
• Offer ongoing legal support and consultation to address any legal issues that may arise during the incubation period.

The Legal Advisor should possess the following qualifications:

• A qualified lawyer with specialized knowledge in Lebanese business law and startup regulations.
• Proven experience in assisting startups with legal matters, including registration, compliance, and contract drafting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide practical legal advice to startups.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• Familiarity with co-founders agreements and their importance in startup governance.

• Assist startups in the registration process under Lebanese laws, providing guidance on required documentation and compliance with local regulations.
• Draft co-founders agreements for startups, outlining roles, responsibilities, equity distribution, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Conduct legal due diligence for startups to identify and address potential legal risks.
• Provide ongoing legal support and consultation to startups throughout the incubation period.

• Provide 8 one-on-one legal clinics (60 minutes each) to each of the 8 startups.

• Written feedback on every startup’s performance.