Our real estate practice provides comprehensive legal support for all aspects of property ownership, development, investment, and transactions in Lebanon. We advise investors, developers, landlords, tenants, and financial institutions on the legal, regulatory, and commercial aspects of real estate projects, combining deep knowledge of Lebanese property law with practical solutions tailored to complex transactions and development initiatives.

We guide clients through the full lifecycle of real estate projects, from acquisition and financing to development, leasing, and eventual disposition. Our team provides strategic advice on land use, zoning, permitting, expropriation, construction contracts, and dispute resolution, ensuring that legal frameworks align with commercial objectives and minimize risk exposure.

Representative Experience

• Advised on the acquisition, development, and financing of large-scale residential and mixed-use projects, including structuring ownership and investment arrangements for multiple stakeholders.

• Represented property owners and developers in land use, zoning, and planning disputes, including challenges to municipal and governmental decisions affecting real estate development.

• Assisted international investors in establishing a presence in Lebanon’s real estate market, including structuring acquisitions, leasing arrangements and compliance with local property regulations.

• Negotiated and drafted complex commercial and residential lease agreements, including long-term leases and tenant management arrangements.

• Advised clients on construction and EPC contracts, including risk allocation, delay claims, and performance guarantees for high-value real estate projects.

• Represented clients in expropriation and eminent domain (تخطيط واستملاك) cases, securing compensation and defending rights before administrative authorities and courts.

• Conducted due diligence and transactional support for real estate acquisitions and joint ventures, ensuring compliance with Lebanese law and international investment standards.

• Assisted financial institutions with real estate-secured financing, including drafting security agreements, mortgages and guarantees.