Joelle El Helou
@joelleelhelou
Trainee lawyer focused on litigation, corporate advisory, and practical legal excellence.
LebanonWhat I'm looking for
I am a trainee lawyer admitted to the Beirut Bar Association with strong academic credentials, including a Master’s Degree in Business Law and a high-distinction Bachelor of Law. I have practical experience supporting litigation, corporate matters and legal aid through internships and my current role, where I conduct legal research, draft memoranda and prepare case files to support senior counsel.
I bring proven skills in legal research, case analysis, contract review and client communication, strengthened by certificates in Mergers & Acquisitions, FIDIC arbitration and International Humanitarian Law. I am committed to developing my litigation and advisory capabilities in a dynamic legal environment and delivering precise, client-focused results under deadlines.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Trainee Lawyer
Maya Mohamad Chehab Law Firm
Feb 2025 - Present (8 months)
Assist in legal research, draft memoranda and case files, and support senior lawyers in litigation and dispute resolution across civil and corporate matters.
Legal Intern
Abou Jaoude & Associates
Jun 2023 - Jun 2023 (0 months)
Conducted legal research, drafted reports and court submissions, assisted in contract review and translation, and supported corporate law matters and procedural filings.
Legal Intern
Afif Osseiran Foundation
Oct 2022 - May 2023 (7 months)
Provided legal aid support and assisted on human-rights related cases, case analysis and client assistance within the foundation's legal services.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
LULa Sagesse University
Master of Laws, Business Law
2023 - 2025
Activities and societies: Certificates in Mergers & Acquisitions and FIDIC Arbitration (Jan–Jun 2025).
Master’s Degree in Business Law program at La Sagesse University focusing on advanced business and commercial legal topics.
LULa Sagesse University
Bachelor of Laws, Law
2019 - 2023
Grade: 3.57/4 (High Distinction)
Activities and societies: Internship at Abou Jaoude & Associates (June 2023); internship at Afif Osseiran Foundation (Oct 2022–May 2023).
Bachelor of Law from La Sagesse University with coursework and training in civil and commercial law; graduated with high distinction.
SSCC Hadath
Lebanese Baccalaureate, Secondary Education
2018 - 2019
Grade: Honors
Activities and societies: Certificate of Training in Mediation (2014); workshops on human rights (2021).
Lebanese Baccalaureate completed at SSCC Hadath with honors.
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