ASAR – Al Ruwayeh & Partners is well known in Bahrain’s disputes market for its capacity to handle complex commercial litigation across a wide array of areas, with banking and finance, investment, employment, IP and tax considered key areas of expertise. Hisham Al Qura’an leads the litigation team and is supported by senior associate Amal Lari; both have accumulated extensive expertise acting for domestic and international clients in white-collar crime, maritime, employment and construction disputes.
Testimonials
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‘ASAR's Dispute Resolution practice in Bahrain distinguishes itself with its extensive local and international experience. The team is able to provide precise responses to any legal questions, and is very experienced in dealing with the Courts.’
‘Amal Lari is an excellent litigator. She has been incredibly helpful during our trial in Bahrain. She is able to break down complex matters in simple terms, is able to proactively prevent issues from arising, and provides pragmatic solutions when problems do arise.’
‘The team is attentive to client needs and the litigation risks involved in the jurisdiction. The team further understands the commercial implications on international businesses. ’
‘Hisham Al-Quraan has a wide expertise in Bahraini law and is extremely reliable.’
Key clients
- Nestle Bahrain Trading WLL
- Bentley Motors Limited
- Kuwait Food Company (Americana)
- Wade Adams (Bahrain)
- Pharmanovia|Atnahs Pharma UK Ltd
- Reckitt Benckiser Plc
- Hitachi Energy Switzerland Ltd
- OCB Oilfield Services
- Zurich International Life LTD.
- McCain
- Nexus People Management KSA
- Barilla
- Binance Bahrain BSC Closed
- Danube
- Four Season Hotel
- Franks International Middle East (BVI) Limited
- Ghazi Melhem
- Inspired Education Group
- KEO International Consultants
- Outotec GmbH & Co.KG
- Sika Gulf B.S.C
- Ritrama SPA
- Alshaya
- DECIEM Distribution Inc
- Twintic Limited
Work highlights
- Advised a luxury vehicle manufacturer in litigation proceedings filed by a local agent seeking compensation for alleged wrongful termination.
- Advised an international company on litigation proceedings to set aside the order involving them as a party against which execution can be taken in another case.
- Advised an international company in litigation proceedings on the jurisdiction of Bahrain courts to appoint an arbitrator.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Hisham Al Qura'an