Founder & Managing Partner
Farid Halim El Khoury
Legal Education
- Masters of Advanced Studies (DEA) in Private Law, Saint-Joseph University (USJ) of Beirut, Lebanon, 1981
- Master’s Degree in Private Law and Master’s Degree in Public Law, Saint-Joseph University (USJ) of Beirut, Lebanon, 1979
- Bachelor of Laws, Saint-Joseph University (USJ) of Beirut, Lebanon, and University of Lyon, France, 1978
Licenses & Qualifications
Lawyer and Member of Beirut Bar Association since 1979
Professional Experience & Notable Contributions
Farid Halim El Khoury is the Founder and Managing Partner of Farid El Khoury Law & Associates, a leading law firm in Lebanon. Since founding the firm in 1992, Farid has established a prestigious legal practice renowned for its legal acumen, ethical leadership, and commitment to excellence.
Farid’s expertise spans both private and public law, underpinned by an exceptional academic background with a Masters of Advanced Studies (DEA) in Private Law, dual Master’s Degrees in Private and Public Law, and a Bachelor of Laws from Saint-Joseph University (USJ) and the University of Lyon, France.
- Exceptional Negotiator: Farid is well-regarded for his negotiation skills across various legal and business matters. He adopts a process-oriented and solution-driven approach, ensuring best-in-class stakeholder relationships.
- Leadership in High-Stake Transactions: He has successfully led multimillion-dollar deals and transactions, managed complex M&A deals, joint ventures, negotiations, law-making initiatives, and lobbying activities.
- Pioneering in Technology and Standardization: Farid is a pioneer in utilizing technology and artificial intelligence to maximize efficiencies for his clients. He champions standardization as a medium for excellence in service, integrating innovative practices to stay ahead of the curve.
- Proactive Regulatory Engagement: By proactively engaging with regulators and government bodies, Farid provides strategic guidance to help clients prepare for regulatory changes and navigate new laws effectively.
- Educational Influence: A dedicated Lecturer of Business Law at Saint-Joseph University for over 40 years, Farid has played a significant role in shaping legal education in Lebanon.
- Bar Association Contributions: His leadership within the Beirut Bar Association includes serving on the Professional Ethics Committee (2005-2010), as a Board Member (2008-2011), and directing professional conferences and seminars for Trainee Lawyers in 2009.
- Legal Policy Shaping: Farid represented the Beirut Bar Association in the Lebanese Parliament’s Committee of Administration and Justice, contributing to legal policy development.