Al Tamimi & Company’s dispute resolution practice is sought after by clients for its expertise in commercial matters and recommended for capabilities in employment, shareholder and restructuring disputes. The team is broadly active across a range of industries, especially the construction and infrastructure, shipping and IP sectors. Noor Al Rayes heads the team, and is proficient in multijurisdictional and high-stakes strategic disputes. Hatem Elkatan frequently acts before the Court of Cassation, while Fatema Sarhan is highly skilled in matters with ties to the insurance and shipping, construction and financial industries. Georgina Munnik is another name to note.

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  • 'The team is well-composed and specific members are selected taking into account the complexity and the specificities of the case.'

Key clients

  • Bahrain Real Estate Investment Company
  • King Fahad Causeway Authority
  • General Electric Global Services GmbH
  • Cityneon Holding (Singapore)
  • Dubai Cable Company Pvt Ltd
  • First Abu Dhabi Bank
  • HSBC
  • Gulf Financial House B.S.C
  • Sayacorp Agar B.S.C
  • Ericsson AB
  • BeIN Media Group

Work highlights

  • Represented beIN Sport in a high-profile criminal proceeding involving the major illegal rebroadcasting of its channels by an individual in Bahrain.
  • Handled a significant shipping claim on behalf of Wilhelmsen Port Services.
  • Acted on behalf of First Abu Dhabi Bank's Bahrain and UAE branches in an insolvency matter involving one of its major debtors, regarding a substantial debt of approximately BHD 14m.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Fatema Sarhan
Al Tamimi & Company
Georgina Munnik
Al Tamimi & Company
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Noor Al Rayes
Al Tamimi & Company

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Noor Al Rayes

Other key lawyers

Hatem Elkatan, Fatema Sarhan, Georgina Munnik