Startup Grind Muscat is hosting an interactive and practical legal workshop on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, designed to help founders navigate the most common legal pitfalls in the MENA region. The session, “The Top Legal Mistakes Startups Make in the MENA Region,” will be led by Hisham A. Kassim, Managing Partner at Kassim Legal.
Event Details
- What: An interactive legal workshop for startup founders.
- When: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Oman Time).
- Where: To be confirmed (TBC), Muscat, Oman.
- Focus Areas: Founder Agreements, Equity Allocation, Legal Jurisdiction, and Employee Incentive Plans.
About The Event
Building a startup is exciting, but a simple legal misstep can easily slow a founder’s momentum. This workshop is designed to be a practical, hands-on session, giving founders a clear understanding of the legal foundations their business needs to grow. It aims to provide clarity and help entrepreneurs avoid costly legal mistakes from day one.
What to Expect
This two-hour, interactive workshop is not a typical lecture. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences and ask questions to help shape the discussion. Key topics will include:
- Jurisdiction: How to choose the right jurisdiction for your holding company.
- Founder Agreements: The right way to structure agreements and equity allocation from the very beginning.
- Employee Equity: Understanding and effectively using employee equity incentive plans (stock options).
- Convertible Notes (SAFEs): A discussion on how they work and when to use them (if time allows).
Featured Speaker
- Hisham A. Kassim: The Managing Partner at Kassim Legal, an expert in startup law and corporate structuring in the MENA region.
How to Attend
This workshop is free to attend, but seating is limited to ensure a highly interactive and valuable session for all participants. Founders are encouraged to RSVP now to secure their spot.
About The Organizers
This event is hosted by Startup Grind Muscat, the local chapter of the world’s largest startup community. Its mission is to give startups everywhere the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale their companies.
Learn More: Startup Grind Muscat
