Financial claims · Debt recovery · Enforcement in Lebanon
Dr. Dani Geagea assesses financial claims for individuals and businesses in Lebanon, from the source of the debt, correspondence and payments to the appropriate demand, proceedings or enforcement step where the conditions are met. Potential defences and reachable assets are considered early.
The office confirms whether it can assist and agrees the scope and fees before a detailed assessment or legal action.
How the practice helps
Review agreements, invoices, cheques, acknowledgments, correspondence and evidence of delivery or performance, including amounts already paid or disputed. The appropriate legal route depends on the source of the obligation and the documents available.
Assess the value of a payment demand, formal notice or documented settlement against the evidence, any approaching deadline and the parties' relationship. A settlement should be evaluated for both its terms and enforceability.
Where liability or the amount is disputed, identify the facts, evidence, competent authority, relief and likely objections. The office also assesses defences for clients facing a claim they contest.
Consider whether a protective measure or enforcement of an eligible document or judgment is available, subject to the requirements of the particular procedure. The debtor's position and the location of assets are central to assessing a practical route.
If a creditor, debtor or relevant assets are abroad, assess the connection to Lebanon, jurisdiction, applicable law and the prospect of recognition and enforcement, with licensed foreign counsel where necessary.
Legal context
Before choosing a step, distinguish whether the right can be proved, where a claim may be pursued, whether an enforceable instrument exists and whether assets can lawfully be reached. The circumstances may call for a demand, litigation, a protective measure or enforcement. Neither a favourable judgment nor actual recovery can be guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
Provide a short account of the amount, its source and due date, the parties, agreements or invoices, relevant messages, payments already made and any formal notice or urgent deadline. The office will confirm a suitable channel for sensitive documents.
An invoice can be important evidence, but the agreement, delivery or performance, objections and payments may also matter. The correct procedure cannot always be determined from an invoice alone.
Interim measures or enforcement may be available in particular circumstances. The documents, status of the claim, procedural requirements and debtor's assets must be reviewed before any conclusion about attachment.
The office can assess the connection to Lebanon and possible local proceedings or enforcement. If action or advice in another jurisdiction is needed, coordination with appropriately licensed counsel can be considered.
No. Recovery depends on the strength of the claim, potential defences, procedure and assets that can lawfully be reached. The initial assessment explains the options and risks before the scope of work is agreed.
Professional enquiries
State the source of the amount, the available documents, whether a demand or judgment exists, and any approaching deadline. The office will explain whether it can assist and what the next review should cover.
Mar Roukoz, Lebanon
For a faster initial review, mention the matter type, any approaching deadline, the parties’ locations and the documents available. Do not send highly sensitive information before the communication channel is confirmed.
General information only. This page does not constitute legal advice and does not create an attorney–client relationship.