Rosenblatt’s client, Dr. George Bitar, has succeeded in his claim in the English High Court against Banque Libano-Francaise S.A.L. (the “Bank”). In advance of providing judgment, the Court has indicated that Dr. Bitar succeeds in his claim, and made an order for specific performance.
Dr. Bitar (a UK national) commenced a claim in 2021, seeking repayment of funds in his account with the Bank. Dr. Bitar alleged that the Bank had refused to execute his instructions to make an international transfer of funds including to his account in the UK. The Bank defended the action, which was tried in early-mid November 2022. Dr. Bitar’s claim arose in the context of Lebanon’s financial crisis which led to Lebanese banks restricting their customers’ ability to transfer funds.
On 28 November 2022, and less than 2 weeks after the trial concluded, Mr. Justice Kerr gave orders for specific performance (with judgment to follow).
Danielle Carr, Partner at Rosenblatt comments: “We are delighted to have represented Dr. Bitar in this claim, and pleased that the Court has quickly indicated it finds in favour of our client, making an Order (in advance of judgment), mindful of the broader circumstances prevailing in Lebanon.”
The Rosenblatt team was led by Danielle Carr, supported by Luther Kisanga (Senior Associate), Georgina Fallows (Associate) and George Kestel (Solicitor). Rosenblatt instructed counsel James Cutress KC and Daniel Carall-Green of Fountain Court Chambers.
Rosenblatt has particular experience in dispute resolution and banking and contractual disputes. Danielle Carr also represents Dr. Bitar in his separate (successful) claim against Bank of Beirut S.A.L. For enquiries, please contact: Danielle.Carr@rosenblatt.co.uk.
