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Rosy Rizk

Rosy Rizk is an associate at Meysan and a member of the fi­­rm’s corporate practice.

Rosy’s practice focuses on corporate and commercial law matters, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets.

  • Bachelor in Law from Saint Joseph University, Beirut Lebanon.

  • Beirut Bar Association.

  • Worked on the divestment of Investcorp Group, a renowned provider and manager of alternative investment products across the Gulf and global markets, from Automak Automotive Company, a prominent player in the automotive sector operating in Kuwait and the broader MENA region.
  • Worked on a strategic cross-border acquisition by Emirati-based company of a significant majority stake in a CMA-licensed Kuwaiti entity. The transaction entailed a complex regulatory approvals process with Kuwaiti regulators and the Capital Markets Authority.
  • Worked on the acquisition by National Consumer Holding Company (NCHC), a significant industrial investment firm, of the entire share capital of the widely recognized Cozmo Entertainment General Trading.

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Jad Ghoul

Jad El Ghoul is an associate at Meysan and a member of the fi­­rm’s corporate practice. Jad’s practice focuses on corporate and commercial law matters, and mergers and acquisitions.

  • Bachelor in Law from Saint Joseph University, Beirut Lebanon.

  • Beirut Bar Association.

  • Conducting thorough legal research to prepare detailed memoranda for clients, detailing legal considerations, regulatory requirements, and potential implications for business ventures in Kuwait and Lebanon.
  • Drafting and reviewing cross-border agreements, providing strategic recommendations to enhance clients’ negotiating positions and offering comprehensive legal support to help clients achieve their business objectives.
  • Conducting legal due diligence and analyzing legal, financial, and operational aspects of potential transactions to assess risks and opportunities for clients engaging in mergers and acquisitions.
  • Drafting and negotiating transaction documents, including share purchase agreements, shareholders' agreements, ensuring alignment with client objectives and regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.

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Sara Awaly

Sara Awaly is an Associate at Meysan and a member of the fi­­rm’s corporate practice.

Sara’s practice focuses on capital markets banking and financing, M&A, and data protection and regulatory matters.

  • Bachelor in Law from Université La Sagesse, Lebanon.

  • Worked on Al Bayan Medical Company's (K.S.C.C.) acquisition of a majority stake in Sky for the Management of Specialized Medical Centers W.L.L., a Kuwaiti leading dental clinic owned and managed by high profile Kuwaiti dentists.
  • Worked on the sale of a prominent equipment and machinery leasing company in Egypt, through Investors Limited Company, a company established in the Cayman Islands.
  • Worked on the first convertible bonds issuance in Kuwait for Sultan Center Food Products Company K.S.C.P.
  • Worked on all types of capital markets transactions including initial public offerings, equity and debt issuances, funds offering, M&A, and public take-overs as well as capital markets compliance matters, including corporate governance.
  • Worked on domestic and cross-border infrastructure, telecommunications and energy projects.
  • Worked on the licensing process of an investment company in Kuwait.
  • Worked on licensing and permitting requirements and assisted in securing permits for projects.
  • Worked on environmental legal and regulatory requirements.

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Aya El Far

Aya El Far is an associate at Meysan Cairo office, and a member of the Litigation team.

Prior to joining Meysan, Aya worked at an international law firm, where she specialized in banking and finance, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets. Her experience includes advising multinational corporations on corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, and financial transactions across multiple jurisdictions.

Aya also possesses significant experience in public international law, having worked on matters related to refugee law and counter-terrorism.

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Kent.
  • Master of Laws (LLM) from the London School of Economics and Political Science.
  • Legal Practice Course (LPC) from the University of Law, London.

  • Egypt Bar Association.

  • Defended the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in a precedent-setting investigation before the COMESA Competition Appeals Board.
  • Advising clients on litigation strategy, commercial disputes, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Representing clients in banking, finance, and corporate litigation, with a focus on cross-border matters.
  • Drafting legal pleadings, motions, and arbitration submissions in accordance with Lebanese and international legal standards.
  • Handling judgment enforcement and asset recovery proceedings, including securing enforcement of foreign judgments.
  • Defending clients in fraud and financial crime cases, ensuring strategic litigation defense and risk mitigation.

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