This legal and practical guide was developed to support old rent tenants in Lebanon amidst ongoing confusion surrounding the suspended implementation of Rent Law No. 2/2017 and the compounding crises, most notably, the destruction of thousands of housing units due to ongoing Israeli attacks. The memo outlines the current legal framework governing old rental contracts, clarifies common misconceptions about applicable laws, and offers step-by-step instructions to help tenants protect their rights, challenge illegal evictions, and navigate the legal procedures for housing support.