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.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘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. ’

Key clients

  • 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

Work highlights

  • 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.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Mohammed Al Ruqaishi

Other key lawyers

Ali Naveed Arshad, Hashim Shekhuna