Charles Russell Speechlys LLP
Client SatisfactionCharles Russell Speechlys LLP offers a market-leading construction and real estate practice in Bahrain, focusing on a wide breadth of projects, including mixed-use developments, commercial and residential properties, and projects in the energy, utilities, and hotels and hospitality sectors. Paula Boast leads the practice and is highly regarded in multiple jurisdictions throughout the region. Dubai-based partner Simon Green leads the firm’s real estate and hospitality practice for the Middle East, and is sought after by major developers, financial institutions, sovereign wealth funds and government entities. Another key practitioner in the real estate and hospitality space is Reem Al Mahroos, who was promoted to legal director in May 2023.
Testimonials
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‘The team is very knowledgeable and experienced across all aspects of real estate, from initial structuring and regulatory advice, to development and asset management.’
‘Reem Al Mahroos takes a genuine interest in our business and our projects. She approaches our engagements as though she is part of our team rather than an external consultant. She is extremely passionate about all things real estate, hotels and hospitality. In our opinion, she’s the leading expert in real estate law in Bahrain.’
- ‘We value the practical, commercial and thorough advice that Reem Al Mahroos provides, she is innovative and creative.’
Key clients
- Al Hafeera Contracting Company W.L.L
- Ajmera Mayfair Global Realty WLL
- Al Sahel Resort B.S.C
- Arabian Exhibition Management
- Bahrain Marina Development Company
- Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company
- Bahrain Real Estate Investment Company (Edamah)
- Bareeq AlRetaj Real Estate Services W.L.L
- Bin Faqeeh Real Estate Investment Company W.L.L
- Cebarco Bahrain W.L.L.
- Darari Investment Company W.L.L
- Diyar Al Muharraq W.L.L
- Eagle Hills Diyar Company W.L.L
- Esterad Amwaj Co W.L.L
- Futurist Holding W.L.L
- Gulf Air Company B.S.C.
- Gulf Hotels Group B.S.C.
- Haya Power & Desalination Company B.S.C.
- Infinity Capital W.L.L
- JEO Capital WLL
- Nadeen School W.L.L
- NASS Contracting Co W.L.L.
- NASS Corporation B.S.C.
- NASS Dredging Company
- NASS Industrial Services
- NASS Scafform
- Noor Enterprises Holding W.L.L
- Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN)
- Plumeria Properties W.L.L
- Rahim Holdings W.L.L.
- Terna Contracting W.L.L Bahrain
- Terna Overseas Ltd
- Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Company WLL
Work highlights
- Successfully defended Cebarco Bahrain in a $25m claim by a major subcontractor in relation to the upgrade of a Bahrain sewage treatment plant project.
- Assisted Bin Faqeeh Real Estate Investment Company on a number of high-profile projects, including two state-of-the-art schools.
- Engaged in the commencement of the Bahrain Marina Development Company (BMDC) project, to include breaking ground with the main contractor, and appointing consultants in relation to the mini mall portion of the master plan.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paula Boast