Madkour Law Firm

Founding Partner: Roy Madkour

Number of fee-earners: 11

Number of Offices: 3

Number of Correspondents: 5

Since its establishment in 1993, Madkour Law Firm (MLF) has evolved into one of Lebanon's largest and most respected law firm.

Contributing to its growing success is its team comprised of specialized lawyers and renowned former judges, its representation of 3200+ clients, and its collaborative efforts with firms spanning various international jurisdictions.

Locally, Madkour Law Firm operates from three well-established offices, each with specialized departments.

Globally, the firm has cultivated strategic partnerships and maintains correspondences with law firms and partners in several jurisdictions, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, France, Cyprus, Greece, Portugal, and Brazil (for more information, please see our announcement page).

Litigation & Arbitration:

MLF offers specialized counsel and representation to clients in the fields of Litigation, Arbitration, and Regulatory Matters.

In 2023, Madkour Law Firm further solidified its commitment to arbitration by establishing a dedicated Arbitration Department in Dbayeh, Lebanon.

With over 10 years of experience in the realm of arbitration, MLF excels in delivering top-tier legal representation for intricate international commercial arbitrations, investor-State disputes, and construction conflicts. Our track record includes providing adept legal representation before esteemed institutions such as ICC, ICSID, DIAC, PCA, as well as handling ad hoc arbitrations, catering to a diverse clientele from around the world and communicating fluently in 5 languages.

Criminal Law and White-Collar:

With a criminal law background going back as far as 4 generation, MLF has established itself as a trusted authority in Criminal Law and White-Collar Defense, mainly due to its aggressive advocacy.

Our practice encompasses a wide range of criminal matters, including but not limited to financial fraud, corruption, embezzlement, money laundering, and more.

With a self-explanatory track record spanning over 30 years, Madkour Law Firm has successfully handled complex criminal cases, earning a reputation for excellence in both defense and prosecution.

The Firm’s striking involvement in this field has led to the appointment of Roy Madkour as the Head of the Lebanese section of the International Prison Watch Association in 1993. Furthermore, the Firm is also a founding member of the Lebanese Penal Law Association, dedicated to enhancing the criminal law framework in Lebanon.

Corporate Law and M&A:

With a standalone department, Corporate Law is a significant focus area at Madkour Law Firm.

MLF serve both national and international clients, including domestic corporations, multinationals, banking and financial institutions. Our team of attorneys offers comprehensive guidance on a wide range of corporate-related issues.

Our services extend beyond simply advising and assisting clients in establishing practical commercial structures for their businesses as MLF also offers tailored strategies for each business type. Our attorneys are proficient in structuring, negotiating, and overseeing mergers and acquisitions, as well as various other related agreements.

Banking and Finance:

Madkour Law Firm has established an exceptional track record and deep expertise in the field of banking and finance, along with its associated challenges and legal disputes.

From its inception, Madkour Law Firm has remained steadfast in its commitment to serving the diverse needs of financial institutions. Our team of attorneys takes immense pride in offering the specialized knowledge and experience required to effectively represent banks and other entities in the financial sector.

Our practice areas reflect a profound understanding of the complex legal landscape that governs financial businesses. This dedicated focus empowers us to stay at the forefront of industry developments, as well as the intricate legal, economic, and policy intricacies impacting our clients.

Notable Representation include:

• Representation of an African state in recovering fraudulently embezzled amounts and placed in Lebanon, Cyprus and Seychelles - (successfully concluded in 2022).
• Representation of Lebanese investors in a $1 billion USD claim against Cyprus in an investment arbitration (ICC).
• Representation of Dutch nationals in an investment arbitration against Tanzania (ICSID) - (concluded).
• Representation of a Lebanese-Brazilian Bank (under liquidation) in a $1.5 Billion USD claim against the Lebanese Central Bank - (successfully concluded in 2020 and pending enforcement).
• Representation of a Saudi Construction group in a $35 million USD construction claim against a Lebanese state-owned entity - (Pending).
• Representation of a Saudi Company (under liquidation) in a criminal case against its shareholders regarding fraudulent evasive actions - (Pending).

Practice Areas include:

• Arbitration & Litigation
• Criminal Law & White-Collar
• Corporate Law / M&A
• Banking & Finance
• Contract Law
• Energy & Infrastructure
• Labor Law
• Intellectual Property
• Real Estate
• Family Law & Inheritance
• Human Rights & Pro Bono
• Malpractice

Sodeco Street, Petro Trad, Bloc 6, Third Floor, Beirut - Lebanon

St. Rita Boulevard, Gedco Center, Second Floor, Sin El Fil - Lebanon

Dbayeh Highway, Platine Tower, Sixth Floor, Dbayeh - Lebanon