Commercial, corporate and M&A

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co

Client Satisfaction

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co's corporate, capital markets, and M&A practice is noted by clients as ‘pragmatic and commercial’, and is highly efficient in complex, valuable transactions involving multinationals in the GCC, having previously operated in share and asset sales, mergers, stake acquisitions, IPOs, cross-border financing, and privatisations. The team is headed by its senior partners, including Mansoor Jamal Malik, who brings over 38 years of experience in corporate and commercial work, including restructurings, public-private partnerships, and working closely with government ministries and entities. Co-head Ardeshir D Patel is a strong operator in transactions involving public equity investments, capital markets, and restructurings, while co-head Ahmed Al Busaid is extensively experienced in foreign investment, acquisitions, and corporate regulation and compliance matters.

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Testimonials

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‘The AMJ team is pragmatic and commercial, and seems to understand the requirements of international investors into Oman. For investments into listed companies, their experience on such investments and contacts in the industry are also very useful.’
‘Ardeshir Patel has been excellent at providing advice that is both commercial and practical. The advice is clear, concise and succinct, and gets to the point quickly without unnecessary legal or technical jargon.’
‘We are incredibly pleased with the support on legal matters provided by AMJ. Their expertise on Oman Commercial Laws, and professionalism has always been invaluable to our organization. AMJ team is highly responsive to any matter and the turnaround time is something that makes them our preferred service provider.’
‘The firm has a good knowledge of the legal landscape in Oman. I have worked with Ardeshir Patel on multiple occasions over the years.’
‘Very strong team with great working experience and knowledge of the Omani market.'
‘Solid and reliable individuals who provide timely and effective advice.'
'Mansoor Jamal Malik, Partner of Al Busaidy Mansoor Jamal & Co has rich experience in Omani commercial law and is highly regarded in Omani industry. His commitment and dedication to providing wise legal counsel even at short notice is remarkable.'
‘Solid understanding on regulatory environment.’

Key clients

Acwa Power Projects
Ad-Dhahirah Generating Company SAOC
Ahli Bank
Al Asilah Desalination Company SAOC
Al Batinah Power Company SAOG
Al Rusail Power Company SAOC
Al Suwadi Power Company SAOG
Alawi Enterprises LLC
Bank Muscat SAOG
Bank Dhofar SAOG
Bank Nizwa SAOG
Dhofar Generating Company SAOG
ENGIE Middle East, South & Central Asia and Turkey
Government of the Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Finance
Green Hydrogen and Chemicals
HSBC Group
Jindal Shadeed Iron & Steel LLC
Khazaen Economic City LLC
Majid Al Futtaim Group LLC
Mitsui & Co. Ltd
Morcell Limited
Musandam Power Company S.A.O.G.
Muscat National Development and Investment Company SAOC
Muscat Pharmacy and Stores LLC
National Bank of Oman SAOG
National Training Institute
NAMA Group
OHI Group
Oman Cement Company SAOG
Oman International Terminal Company SAOC
Oman Food Investment Holding Co. SAOC
Oman Future Telecommunications SAOC
Oman Qatar Insurance Co. SAOG
Omani Qatari Telecommunications Company SAOG
Oman Reinsurance Company SAOG
Oman Tourism Development Company SAOC (OMRAN)
Ooredoo Oman
OQ Gas Network SAOG
OQ SAOC and Subsidiaries
Phoenix Power Company SAOG
Port of Duqm Co. SAOC
Prysmian Group
Renaissance Services SAOG
Sembcorp Jinko Shine SAOC
Shams Ad-Dhahirah Generating Company SAOC
Shinas Generating Company SAOC
SMN Power Holding Co SAOG
Sohar Industrial Port Company
Solar Wadi LLC
Suhail Bahwan Group
Taageer Finance Company SAOG
Tamara
United Finance Company SAOG
Vulcan International
Vulcan Steel, Mauritius
Wadi Noor Solar Power Company SAOC

Work highlights

Acted as Oman law counsel to OQ Gas Network SAOG in relation to its initial public offering and listing on the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX).
Advised as Omani law counsel on the transaction involving the purchase of a majority stake in Aster's Gulf Co-operation Council’s (including Oman) business by a consortium led by Fajr Capital.
Advised L’Oreal as Oman law counsel in relation to its investment in Amouage SAOC, the largest luxury perfume company established in Oman and owned at 95% by SABCO in Oman.

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