Tenders are invited for Lawyer for Lebanese Christian Personal Status Law. Brief Information of the Project Empowering women and strengthening the resilience of vulnerable rural and urban communities in South Lebanon and Beirut is a three-year project implemented by a consortium of 3 NGOs, Justice without Frontiers, SHEILD, and JAFRA, led by Welthungerhilfe (WHH) and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). This project aims to strengthen womens livelihoods and increase the resilience of vulnerable communities engaged in smallholder and subsistence agriculture. Justice without Frontiers role in this program is to ensure that gender equality is mainstreamed into all project activities, provide tailored training for women in leadership skills and business development, provide legal support, and conduct gender analysis. JWF will provide legal counselling to women and children who are victims of sexual and gender-based violence. They will also produce an informative and easy-to-use legal booklet to be distributed in communities Request: We are seeking a qualified and experienced lawyer to manage specific legal cases (6 cases) and provide consistent legal follow-up and support. The ideal candidate must have a solid understanding of Lebanese personal status laws, specifically Christian personal status law. Scope of work: Manage and follow up on assigned legal cases, ensuring timely action on all legal procedures. Conduct thorough assessments of case files, including requesting all required documents and necessary information to support the case and determine appropriate legal steps based on Lebanese law. Actively work on the cases, represent them in legal courts if needed. Handle and follow up on cases and all legal proceedings, ensuring consistent progress Monitor the progress of legal cases and ensure all deadlines and procedural requirements are met. Maintain detailed documentation and case files for all legal proceedings. Provide clients with timely updates regarding the status and progress of their cases. Coordinate with the Justice Without Frontiers Director and Head of the Legal Team to provide regular updates on case developments. Prepare case summaries and legal reports for internal review upon request. Ensure confidentiality of all case-related information and adhere to applicable privacy laws and ethical standards. The contract term will be from the date of signing until March 30, 2027. Payment Terms and Method Legal fees will be paid based on the official invoices submitted by each lawyer. Accordingly, the exact amount cannot be determined in advance and will depend on the type of each legal case or legal transaction. Upon receiving the legal case or legal transaction, the lawyer shall conduct a preliminary review and submit a detailed assessment to the JWF Director, outlining the expected scope of work, estimated costs, and all relevant details. The JWF Director shall review and approve the proposed fees before the start of any work Once the case or legal transaction is completed and officially closed, the lawyer shall submit an official invoice that includes lawyer fees and legal fees, along with all supporting documentation related to the case. Payment will be made upon approval of the invoice by JWF, based on the agreed terms and supporting documents provided All payments will be made by cheque. Skills and experience: Bachelors degree in law Minimum 3 years experience as a lawyer Solid knowledge of Lebanese laws, including personal status laws for Christians Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. Strong research and analytical skills. Knowledge of gender, protection, and human rights principles. Experience working with vulnerable populations and follow up on their cases Ability to explain legal issues in a clear, understandable manner Well-informed about womens rights in Lebanon and protection laws. How to apply Required Documents to be sent / How to apply: Interested Candidates should send: * A Curriculum Vitae * A Cover Letter * Financial offer proposal in USD * RFQ to be filled with your offer, signed and stamped * TOR attached to be signed and submitted * Declaration form attached to be signed, stamped, and submitted Please submit your offer by email to
[email protected] and include the consultancy title in the e-mail subject. Deadline for submission: 23/02/2026. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. The applications will be scored by the JWF committee and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Tender Link : https://www.daleel-madani.org/calls-for-proposal
