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Firms To Watch: Dispute resolution

The team at Abdul Redha Haider Advocacy & Legal Counsels is well known for handling commercial and civil litigation and international arbitration. Key areas of instruction include employment issues, contentious construction matters, and white-collar criminal defence work.

Dispute resolution in Oman

Addleshaw Goddard

Addleshaw Goddard has a highly regarded litigation practice in Oman. The team brings expertise in advising on contentious energy, utilities and construction matters, as well as handling commercial and debt recovery disputes. Gorvinder Pannu is a key name for employment disputes, and co-heads the practice with Nic Henrikson, who is well versed in acting in ICC, LCIA and SIAC arbitration cases. Saif Al Mamari has a solid track record in advising on commercial litigation; Nasser Al Habsi focuses on energy, infrastructure and partnership disputes; and associate Mohammed Al Siyab acts on shareholder litigation, banking disputes and white-collar criminal investigations.

Praxisleiter:

Nic Henrikson; Gorvinder Pannu


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Nasser Al Habsi; Saif Al Mamari; Mohammed Al Siyab


Referenzen

‘This team provides robust, practical, no-nonsense advice.’

‘Nic Henrikson has that valuable ability of quickly being able identify the key issues and advise on them unambiguously.’

‘Nic Henrikson and Nasser Al Habsi provide excellent leadership for Addleshaw Goddard Oman in this area, as well as great advice that displays a combination of a good knowledge of Omani law as well as the equally valued ability to set it in a commercial context. ’

Kernmandanten

HSBC


Raysut Cement Company


Standard Chartered Bank


A global management consultancy


An Omani port operator


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for HSBC Oman in two disputes against its debtors; in one instance, against the debtor’s guarantors.
  • Acting for Weltech Oman in a shareholder dispute.
  • Represented a major international bank before the Primary Court of Oman in a claim brough against a major company in liquidation and its associated guarantors.

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Copunches above its weight and is a safe pair of hands‘ in the dispute resolution arena in Oman. The practice has strength in advising on a full spectrum of contentious matters, including commercial and civil litigation, criminal claims and employment disputes. Sharia law cases are a recognised area of expertise for the team. Firm co-founder Said Al Busaidy is a leading commercial litigator in Oman, and co-founder Mansoor Malik is often involved in high-value arbitration cases involving commercial and construction contracts, often involving infrastructure projects. Ayman Ali is ‘a shrewd lawyer with an extensive experience and knowledge of the law and disputes’, often acting in contentious commercial and contractual matters, fraud cases, and insolvency and restructuring disputes. Mohammed Yousef and Majda Al Riyami are also key practitioners.

Praxisleiter:

Mansoor Malik; Said Al Busaidy; Mohammed Yousef; Ayman Ali; Majda Al Riyami


Referenzen

‘AMJ is without doubt the market leader in Oman in dispute resolution with an ability to handle large scale litigation both in the local civil and criminal courts and arbitration.’

‘Mansoor Malik is an expert in company law, banking and contracts. He is very hard working and is highly respected in Oman.’

‘Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co have a peerless dispute resolution team in Oman with unmatched expertise in the energy, infrastructure and construction sectors. ’

Kernmandanten

Bank of Baroda


Desert Line LLC


Interwell LLC


Larsen & Toubro (Oman) LLC


Ministry of Defence Pension Fund


Muscat National Development & Investment Company SAOC (ASAAS)


National Aluminium Company SAOG


National Bank of Oman SAOG


National Finance Co SAOG


Northern Minerals Company LLC


Oman Arab Bank SAOG


Oman International Container Terminal LLC


Oman Shapoorji Company LLC


Sohar International Bank SAOG


Suhail Bahwan Group


Taageer Finance Co SAOG


Wipro Limited


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for National Aluminium Products Co. SAOG in a contractual dispute with an insurance company.
  • Acting on behalf of the Bank of Baroda for the recovery of US$40 million from a defaulting customer in the health sector.
  • Acting on behalf of a leading national bank for the recovery of more than OMR 10 million.

Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP

Simon Ward and Dominic Pilkington co-head the practice at Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP, which is home to an ‘experienced arbitration team who know the Oman arbitration market inside and out’. The group has a stellar reputation for handling litigation and arbitration for clients in the construction, infrastructure and oil and gas sectors. Associates Linna Al Kendi and David McCarthy bring experience in advising on large-scale commercial litigation and contentious regulatory matters. Mehdi Al Lawati left the firm in March 2023.

Praxisleiter:

Simon Ward; Dominic Pilkington


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Linna Al Kendi; David McCarthy


Referenzen

‘The Curtis team is very dedicated and focused. They are integrated with the client’s requirements and at the same time will be completely transparent on potential outcomes. The lawyers are knowledgeable and always up to speed on the status of client matters. ’

‘Simon Ward – an outstanding litigator and arbitrator. His attention to detail and knowledge of laws is remarkable. ’

‘Experienced arbitration team who know the Oman arbitration market inside and out.’

Kernmandanten

OQ – Oman Oil Refineries


MPE Engineering


Interserve


Galfar Engineering and Contracting SAOG


Al Turki Enterprises


ABA School


Al Tasnim


Gulf Air


Suhail Bahwan Automobiles


Zubair Corporation


Khatib Alami


Raysut Cement


Highlight-Mandate


  • Providing ongoing assistance to Oman’s largest and oldest construction companies with multiple construction arbitrations involving some of Oman’s largest developments.
  • Representing the government’s national oil and gas company, OQ, in an arbitration arising under a distributorship agreement.
  • Representing an international design and construction company in DIAC arbitration proceedings.

Dentons

Dentons houses a strong bench of lawyers active in dispute resolution. Under the leadership of Dali Al Habboub and Yaqdhan Al Busaidi, the team is well versed in advising on disputes in the commercial, construction, environment, employment and tax sectors. Senior associates Wafa Al Shuaibi and Fatma Al Amri bring expertise in handling contentious intellectual property, insurance and employment matters.

Praxisleiter:

Dali Al Habboub; Yaqdhan Al Busaidi


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Wafa Al Shuaibi; Fatma Al Amri


Kernmandanten

International Oil Pollution Compensation Fund (IOPC)


Shell Development Oman; Shell International; Shell International Pension


DynCorp International LLC


Petroleum Development Oman LLC (PDO)


Luxury Flowers SPC


Highlight-Mandate


  • Providing ongoing assistance to the International Oil Pollution Compensation Fund in relation to losses arising from the sinking of the Nesa-R3, a tanker carrying 816 tonnes of bitumen off the Port of Sultan Qaboos in Oman in 2013.
  • Acting for DynCorp International LLC in over 200 collective claims relating to terminations as a result of a change in the terms of a contract between the company and the US Ministry of Defence.
  • Advising Luxury Flowers SPC on litigation concerning alleged trade mark infringement.

Al Tamimi & Company

At Al Tamimi & Company, Abdelhaleem (Haleem) Mohammed Ahmed stands out for his excellent track record in handling arbitration and commercial litigation, and is sought after for advising clients in the financial services, energy, oil and gas, infrastructure and maritime sectors on contentious matters within Oman and the wider region. Ahmed co-heads the practice with office head Ahmed Al Barwani, who is well versed in handling real estate and construction disputes.

Praxisleiter:

Abdelhaleem (Haleem) Amir Mohammed Ahmed; Ahmed Al Barwani


Referenzen

‘Al Tamimi are very efficient, in the sense that prior of any handling any arbitration, a throughout review to the case documents will be made with professional and honest inputs whether to proceed with the case or to settle the case amicably without any adjudication. The team has a rich and wide local and international knowledge with extensive experience in different jurisdiction and different legal systems. ’

‘I’ve been working with Abdelhaleem for more than 20 years. He is a great lawyer, always providing legal solutions to corporates by thinking out of the box legally and commercially. The wide knowledge he gained from different jurisdictions combined with his prestigious education and academic certificates, make him an astute ADR lawyer.’

Kernmandanten

United Nations Development Programme


MAR Law

At MAR Law, name partner Mohammed Al Ruqaishi has an excellent track record in representing local and foreign clients up to Supreme Court level, and counts commercial, construction, employment, and insurance litigation as key areas of strength. Criminal disputes are another core area of instruction for Ruqaishi. Other key practitioners to note include Ali Naveed Arshad and Hashim Shekhuna.

Praxisleiter:

Mohammed Al Ruqaishi


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ali Naveed Arshad; Hashim Shekhuna


Referenzen

‘The firm has a dedicated and experienced team that are highly knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.’

‘The practice provides an excellent service to clients. It is responsive, helpful and reliable. We have also had excellent results in the courts using this firm. ’

‘Hashim Shekhuna is a stand out individual. He is technically strong and very easy to work with and responsive. ’

Kernmandanten

Oman Electricity Transmission Company SAOC


Consolidated Contractors Company Oman LLC


Kempinski Hotel Muscat – Oman Hospitality Company SAOC


Nordic Oilfield Technologies LLC


Special Oilfield Services LLC


Ashurst


Reed Smith


Pinsent Masons


Oman Air Cargo


NCR Corporation


Moon Travels LLC


Oman Aviation Group Holding Co SAOC


Amjaad Holding


Tusker Engineering Consulting Group


Barka Desalination Company SAOC/ Suez


Nas Developments LLC


Highlight-Mandate


  • Defending Moon Travels LLC against multiple labour claims filed by employees, concerning terminations due to redundancies and closure of the business due to the impact of Covid-19.
  • Representing NCR Corporation before the Omani courts regarding the recovery of the value of a performance bond.
  • Advising Oman Telecoms Company on a range of commercial disputes.

Said Al-Shahry & Partners (SASLO)

The disputes practice at Said Al-Shahry & Partners (SASLO) is home to a group of very experienced practitioners. The highly regarded lawyer Said Al-Shahry has an excellent reputation as a prominent litigation expert in Oman. Thamer Al Shahry is a well-regarded commercial litigator. Khaled Al Wazir has expertise in contentious shipping, transport and oil and gas matters, and Tarek El Hassan handles civil, employment and insurance disputes.

Praxisleiter:

Said Al-Shahry; Thamer Al-Shahry; Khaled Al-Wazir; Tarek El Hassan


BSA Al Rashdi & Al Barwani Advocates & Legal Consultants

Abdulaziz Al Rashdi heads up the practice at BSA Al Rashdi & Al Barwani Advocates & Legal Consultants, which handles a steady workflow of banking, commercial, administrative, civil and construction disputes before Omani courts. International arbitration is another key area of instruction for the team. Arsalan Tariq has solid experience in advising on real estate and energy disputes.

Praxisleiter:

Abdulaziz Al Rashdi


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Arsalan Tariq


Kernmandanten

ALS Logistic Solutions LLC


AlIzz Islamic Bank SAOC


Haitham Abdulnabi Macki


Al Dahra Engineering & Security Services LLC


Airmech Oman LLC


Bank Ahli SAOC


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented a private client against Bank Muscat in a fund recovery matter.
  • Acting on behalf of Bank Ahli SAOC for the recovery of OMR 8 million from the Ministry of Transport, Communication and Information Technology.

CMS Cameron McKenna LLP

The disputes practice at CMS Cameron McKenna LLP houses experienced litigator Amur Al Rashdi, who has a solid track record in handling contractual claims, commercial litigation and contentious insolvency cases. Together with Faris Al Maashari, the duo routinely advise a client base of high-net-worth individuals and major local and international companies on a broad spectrum of civil, administrative and criminal claims.

Praxisleiter:

Amur Al Rashdi; Faris Al Maashari


Kernmandanten

KCA Deutag Drilling Gmbh


Muscat Leading Plastic Company LLC


Oman Power & Water Procurement Company (OPWP)


NMC Health Care LLC


Swissport Oman LLC


Elegant Medical Centre LLC


BTA (Oman Branch)


Rukun Al Yaqeen International Group


Ghantoot Transport and General Contracting LLC


Abraj Energy Services SAOC


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented Modern Hormuz Construction in an arbitration against the Ministry of Housing worth over OMR 1 million.
  • Successfully acted for Swissport Oman LLC (as a long-standing client of the firm) in relation to a claim brought by a senior employee of the local entity.
  • Defending Al Madina Takaful against multiple insurance claims.

Global Advocacy and Legal Counsel

At Global Advocacy and Legal CounselAbdullah Al Owimari is the key contact for dispute resolution work. Key areas of instruction include civil, commercial, criminal and administrative litigation matters, with Omani construction and commercial arbitration a growing part of Owimari's practice; he is also experienced in appearing in cases before the Dubai International Arbitration Centre and Abu Dhabi Commercial Conciliation and Arbitration Centre.

Praxisleiter:

Abdullah Al Owimari


Kernmandanten

Ghantoot Transport and General Contracting LLC


BPO Plus LLC


Al Galbi Group LLC


RAY International Oil and Gas LLC


Rukun Al Yaqeen International LLC


Rukun Al Yaqeen International Skills Development LLC


Al Taii International Investment LLC


Emdaad Petroleum Services LLC


Al Khan Food Company LLC


Magnetrol International LLC


Rotana Audio LLC


Al Nahda Hotel and Resorts


Al Liali Jewellery LLC


PSA Marine Qalhat SAOC


Ferme Vifranc Inc.


Arabia Falcon Insurance Company SAOC


United Gulf Equipment Rental LLC


International Sea Dolphin LLC


Water Front and Marine Services SAOC


NMC Healthcare LLC


Elegant Medical Center LLC


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing Ghantoot Transport and General Contracting LLC in an OMR 5 million arbitration.
  • Representing Ghantoot Transport and General Contracting LLC in an OMR 2.5 million arbitration.
  • Acting for NMC Healthcare in ongoing, high-value litigation.

Kennedys

Construction disputes are a key driver of work for the team at Kennedys. Practice head Jamie Kellick, who brings over 15 years of experience in the construction market, is regularly instructed by contractors, local developers and international joint venture companies in a wide range of contentious construction matters, as well as in arbitration and mediation.

Praxisleiter:

Jamie Kellick


Referenzen

‘Very relaxed but efficient attitude; strength in depth.’

‘My main experience is with Jamie Kellick. He is a brilliant lawyer and good manager. He is hard working and determined without being unnecessarily aggressive. ’

Kernmandanten

Credit Oman SAOC (Credit Oman)


Oman National Investment Development


Company SAOC (TANMIA)


Offshore Gas International LLC


SKULD Insurers


Risk Management Services LLC


Carillion Alawi LLC


Polaris Marine Services LLC


Highlight-Mandate


  • Defending Oman’s export agency, Credit Oman SAOC, against multiple claims brought against it pertaining to a credit insurance policy coverage provided by Credit Oman.
  • Acting for Carillion Alawi LLC in Oman in multiple claims against employers.

Trowers & Hamlins LLP

In Trowers & Hamlins LLP's Muscat office, Majid Al Toky is the key contact for advising on insurance, shipping, employment, corporate and commercial disputes. The team often leverages the strength of its disputes practice in Dubai to handle international arbitration and commercial litigation. Raya Al Harthy is singled out for her contributions.

Praxisleiter:

Majid Al Toky


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Raya Al Harthy


Referenzen

‘They are experienced in relation to Oman law.’

‘They are experienced in litigation in Oman.’

‘The team: approachable, affable and collaborative. Make a genuine effort to understand expectations.’

White & Case LLP

The ‘charismatic, experienced and well-connectedMohammed Al Bahr is the key name to note at White & Case LLP‘ Oman office, and is well known for his specialist focus on construction litigation and arbitration.

Praxisleiter:

Mohammed Al Bahr


Referenzen

‘Mohammed Al Bahr is a charismatic, experienced and well-connected lawyer in Oman.’