Corporate legal affairs are one of the fundamental pillars that contribute to the success and sustainability of businesses. This course aims to provide participants with in-depth knowledge about the laws and regulations that govern companies and commercial activities, as well as how to handle the daily legal issues businesses may face. Participants will be able to understand the role of legal advisors in companies, the importance of compliance with local and international laws, as well as how to deal with legal challenges related to contracts, intellectual property rights, competition, and dispute resolution.

Who should attend?

• ·       CEOs and Business Owners who wish to understand the legal aspects that impact business operations.
• ·       Legal Advisors and Practitioners in companies who seek to enhance their knowledge of legal affairs in the business environment.
• ·       Risk Management and Compliance Specialists who need to understand the legal aspects related to commercial laws.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• ·       Understand the Legal Basics in Companies: Introduce participants to the legal frameworks that govern companies and commercial activities.
• ·       Manage Legal Risks: Develop the ability to identify legal risks and how to address them effectively.
• ·       Enhance Legal Compliance: Teach participants the importance of complying with local and international regulations in business operations.
• ·       Analyze Commercial Contracts: Teach participants how to draft and analyze commercial contracts and interpret legal terms accurately.
• ·       Manage Legal Disputes: Provide legal tools to resolve disputes and protect businesses from arbitration and litigation.

·       Introduction to Corporate Legal Affairs:

o   Definition of corporate legal affairs: The role of legal advisors in companies.

o   Legal structure of companies: Types of companies (e.g., joint-stock, limited liability, partnerships, etc.) and their legal registration.

o   Legal compliance: What legal compliance is and how to follow local and international regulations.

·       Commercial Laws and Contracts:

o   Concept of commercial contracts: Types of commercial contracts and their importance.

o   Contract forms and terms: The essential elements of an effective commercial contract.

o   Legal penalties for violations: Responsibilities and legal consequences of failing to adhere to contracts.

o   Managing contract negotiations: How to negotiate and sign contracts that protect the company’s rights.

·       Company Law and Competition:

o   Company law: Legal systems governing the establishment and operation of companies.

o   Competition law: Anti-monopoly laws and unfair trade practices.

o   Relationships between companies and suppliers: Rights and duties in dealing with suppliers within a legal framework.

·       Intellectual Property Rights and Protection:

o   Types of intellectual property: Copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets.

o   Intellectual property protection procedures: How to protect innovations and inventions both inside and outside companies.

o   International intellectual property laws: Global trends in protecting intellectual property rights.

·       Compliance with Laws and Regulations:

o   Compliance with local and international laws: How companies comply with constantly changing regulations.

o   Monitoring legal compliance: How to set up an internal system to ensure ongoing compliance.

o   Internal investigations and legal audits: How to conduct internal legal audits to prevent legal risks.

·       Managing and Resolving Disputes:

o   Types of legal disputes in companies: Disputes with employees, suppliers, partners, etc.

o   Dispute resolution mechanisms: Arbitration, mediation, and judicial resolution.

o   Preventive strategies: Methods to avoid legal disputes through early agreements and understandings.

·       Global Legal Issues:

o   International commercial laws: Challenges faced by companies in cross-border business activities.

o   Cross-border legal disputes: How to handle international legal issues and apply local and international laws.

o   Legal practices in global markets: Regulations related to business in different global markets.