Cases

Mattar Law Firm handles diverse legal matters for clients ranging from large international institutions — including European Union bodies and international banks — to private individuals. The firm employs over ten specialized attorneys, and our founding partner has extensive experience in landmark cases both domestically and internationally. All cases referenced below were published with client consent or through public media disclosure, in compliance with professional confidentiality standards.

Notable Cases

The Al Hawadeth Case — Business & Civil Law

Following the assassination of journalist Salim El Lawzeh during Lebanon's civil war, his widow sought to sell the magazine along with London-based properties. Attorney Mattar facilitated this significant transaction despite complex inheritance complications and other legal challenges.

The Jammal Bank Case — Criminal & Commercial Law

An Egyptian-Lebanese bank faced fraudulent operations worth millions of dollars, impacting three other banking institutions. Attorney Mattar resolved the matter by engaging with high-ranking officials, preventing the bank owner's continued detention and safeguarding the stability of the Lebanese banking sector.

Chase Manhattan Bank — Labor Law

A major labor law case handled for Chase Manhattan Bank, resolved with significant success for the client.

Additional Practice Areas Demonstrated

• The Sehnawi Case — bankruptcy and commercial law
• Tannourine Water Case — environmental and administrative law
• International and local adoption proceedings
• Expropriation cases
• Criminal defense cases resulting in acquittals