IP due diligence and transactional support

We help clients assess, secure, and structure intellectual property assets in high-stakes deals, partnerships, and corporate transactions.

Practice Overview

Intellectual property often represents a critical component of commercial transactions, whether in M&A, joint ventures, licensing, or investment deals. At Kayrouz & Associates, we conduct thorough IP due diligence to help clients understand the value, risks, and legal standing of IP assets before completing a deal.

We assess ownership, scope of protection, registration status, infringement risks, and enforceability across jurisdictions. Our lawyers work closely with corporate counsel, deal teams, and technical experts to ensure IP assets are properly transferred, licensed, or secured within contractual frameworks.

Beyond risk identification, we also provide solutions. This includes drafting representations and warranties, tailoring indemnities, negotiating license clauses, and aligning transaction structures with IP-related regulatory requirements.

We support a wide range of industries, from tech and media to manufacturing, healthcare, and retail.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Auditing IP portfolios for ownership, registration, and legal status
  • Reviewing IP-related clauses in SPAs, JV agreements, and investment terms
  • Structuring licensing and royalty agreements in compliance with local law
  • Advising on IP risk mitigation, indemnity provisions, and escrow
  • Coordinating IP asset transfers and recordation with relevant authorities
  • Supporting post-closing IP integration and registration updates
  • Meet Our Team

    Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
    Pierre Kayrouz
    Chief Legal Officer
    Maria Valeyeva
    Chief Compliance Officer
    Georges Touma
    Head Litigator
    Hanan Ahmed
    Practicing Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar
    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Arka Navle
    Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen
    Junior Corporate Counsel
    Mark Engelman
    Intellectual Property Barrister
    Rita Semaan
    Legal Consultant
    Carlos Rahme
    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb
    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Geagea
    Legal Consultant
    Saeed Gaber
    Legal Research Analyst
    Muhammed Ali Charif
    Junior Legal Counsel
    Jenifer Abu Nasr
    Paralegal
    Patricia Abi Mansour
    Business Development Manager
    Varalakshmi Balasubramanian
    Operations Assistant
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