Education

• PhD in Law, with honors, Nancy II University, France (2006)

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Professional Experience

• Founder, JUSTICIA Beirut Consult Law Offices (Since 2008)
• Legal Consultant, Union of Arab Banks (Since 2008)
• Legal Consultant, Bank of Beirut and the Arab Countries (BBAC) (2001–2018)
• Legal Consultant, Byblos Bank (1998–2001)

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Academic Experience

• Dean, International Executive School, Strasbourg, France (Since 2023)
• Lecturer, Banking Law, Université Saint-Joseph (USJ), Beirut (Since 2011)
• Trainer, Lawyers Institute, Beirut Bar Association (2011–2020)
• Lecturer, Lebanese & U.S. Business Law, American University of Beirut (AUB) (2007–2013)
• Professor, DESS and Bachelor Programs, La Sagesse University (2003–2010)
• Lecturer, Human Rights, Université Saint-Joseph Faculty of Religious Sciences (2008–2009)
• Lecturer, Corporate Law, Lebanese University (2008–2010)

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Legal and Public Activities

• President & Founder, JUSTICIA Foundation for Development & Human Rights (Since 2008)
• Legal Consultant, Lebanese Parliament (Since 2009)
• National Coordinator, National Anti-Terrorism Strategy with EU and FIIAPP (2022–2023)
• Legal Consultant, WFD & British Embassy Projects on Anti-Monopoly and Human Rights Language in Law (2021)
• Legal Expert, UNDP Sustainable Land Management in the Qaraoun Catchment Project (2020–2021)
• National Coordinator, Human Rights Action Plan with Lebanese Parliament & UNDP (2011–2012)
• Legal Consultant, Ministries of Parliamentary Affairs, Interior & Municipalities (2010–2011)
• Legal Expert, ABA Rule of Law Initiative, EU Justice Professionalization Project (2007–2012)
• Consultant, Syndicate of Media and various civil society initiatives

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Books and Publications

Dr. Morcos has authored and co-authored over 50 books and more than 160 scientific articles covering:

• Human Rights and Public Law
• Banking and Corporate Law
• Drafting and Interpretation of Lebanese Legislation
• Freedom of Expression, Civil Liberties, and Gender Equality
• Legal Reforms in the Arab World

Selected Titles Include:

• “The Subjection of Politics to the Rule of Law” (2020)
• “The Lebanese Constitution: Interpretation and Reform” (2018)
• “Military Court in Lebanon” (2016)
• “Women’s Rights in Social Security” (2015)
• “Banking Challenges in Lebanon and the Middle East” (2018)
• “Lebanese Banks and Global Legal Challenges” (2013)
• “Taxpayers’ Rights”, “Patients’ Rights”, “Employee’s Rights” (Various Years)

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Legislative Drafting and Legal Reform

Dr. Morcos has led or contributed to the drafting of more than 40 legislative proposals in Lebanon including:

• Gender equality in municipal councils and corporate boards
• Reforms to the Lebanese Penal Code and Electoral Law
• Laws on banking transparency, anti-money laundering, and financial rights
• Legal provisions for labor rights, children’s protection, and the rights of persons with disabilities

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Conferences and Speaking Engagements

Dr. Morcos has been invited as speaker, trainer, or moderator in over 45 national and international conferences across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Key engagements include:

• League of Arab States
• U.S. Embassy Alumni Talks
• Union of Arab Banks Forums
• UNDP & WFD National Dialogues
• American Bar Association Programs in Morocco
• Lebanese Army Command College and the Beirut Bar Association

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Awards and Recognition

• Recognized by the U.S. Department of State (IVLP Program)
• Numerous trophies and certificates from local and international institutions including:
  • Arab Women’s Rights Charter Committee (2022)
  • Lebanese Parliament & UNDP
  • Canadian International Institute
  • MEPI Alumni Association

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Languages

English: Fluent

Arabic: Native

French: Fluent