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Law and justice

Property Law

Property law governs immovable property, including land, buildings, and permanent structures erected on it. At Azzi Law Firm (ALF), we provide comprehensive legal services to developers, investors, and foreign clients to ensure that real estate transactions are fully compliant with Lebanese property laws.

Our services include

  • Legal due diligence: Our investigations team conducts thorough legal checks on buyers, sellers, and relevant parties to ensure the security and validity of real estate transactions.
  • Contract drafting and review: We prepare and review detailed agreements involving buyers, sellers, banks, and investors to clearly define the rights and obligations of all parties.
  • Foreign ownership of real estate: Lebanese law imposes restrictions on foreign ownership of property, including the need for governmental approvals and compliance with regulatory requirements. We assist foreign investors in acquiring property in Lebanon in a lawful and compliant manner.

We ensure legality and security in all real estate transactions, whether for residential purchases or commercial investments.

Construction & Development Law

Construction law covers projects ranging from small residential works to major commercial and industrial developments, including infrastructure projects and hydroelectric power plants.

At ALF, we provide legal advice and representation in land development, construction agreements, and zoning matters. Our services include:

  • Lease and rental agreements: Drafting and reviewing lease contracts to protect the rights of landlords and tenants.
  • Zoning, land-use, and planning compliance: Ensuring real estate projects comply with Lebanese urban planning and zoning regulations.
  • Dispute resolution: Representing clients in construction-related disputes such as breach of contract, project delays, and developer liabilities.

Whether the matter involves a residential property or a large-scale commercial development, we provide practical legal solutions to safeguard our clients’ interests.

General Framework of Real Estate Ownership

Real estate law addresses property ownership rights and related transactions. In Lebanon, Lebanese citizens generally enjoy unrestricted ownership rights, while foreign nationals are subject to legal limitations when purchasing real estate.

At ALF, we provide

Legal guidance for foreign investors on lawful routes to acquiring property in Lebanon.

Preparation of all documentation required for property registration and related formalities.

Legal support and advisory input on regulatory matters affecting foreign ownership of property in Lebanon.

We deliver tailored legal strategies for both Lebanese nationals and foreign investors to ensure real estate transactions comply with Lebanese laws and official regulatory requirements.