Praised by clients as ‘professional, knowledgable and dedicated’, the disputes resolution practice at Abdul Redha Haider Advocacy & Legal Counsels is experienced in a broad spectrum of contentious matters, including those involving contractors, shareholders, ongoing restructurings, and white-collar crime. Muscat-based Abdulredha Al Lawati heads the team and is often sought after by clients for his expertise in civil and commercial litigation, especially for local Omani clients. He is ably supported by Zainab Al Lawati.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘When other teams are unable to take on an instruction or are conflicted, Abdul Redha's firm is our first choice for referrals. The team is a responsive team and understands the demands and requirements of clients and responds appropriately.’

  • 'Abdulredha Al Lawati stands out as a responsive and knowledgeable lawyer. He is the first choice for us when we need to make a referral.’

  • ‘Commitment, notable people.'

  • ‘Abdulredha Al Lawati is quite frank in his opinions and clear in his advice. Something which is quite refreshing to deal with.’

  • ‘Capable team with a strong and knowledgeable leader.'

  • ‘Professional, knowledgable and dedicated.'

  • ‘They are very straight forward with information and details and keep me update on all information and processes.’

  • ‘This company is a complete team effort to keep everything on track.’

Key clients

  • Majid Al Futtaim – Retail Business
  • Al Mouj Muscat
  • Badr Investment Group
  • Muscat Gases SAOG
  • Muscat Hills International Development LLC
  • Oman Food Investment Holding SAOC
  • Helios Towers
  • Dhofar Insurance SAOG
  • Oman Qatari Insurance Company SAOG
  • DB Schenker
  • Dark Blue Trading LLC
  • Artelia Muscat Engineering LLC
  • Green Tech Mining & Services LLC
  • Sering International Engineering LLC
  • Taif Mukhaiznah Trd&Cont LLC
  • Salman Stores

Work highlights

  • Advised a Kuwaiti government owned company on a large real estate dispute for a claim of $2.460m.
  • Advised a group of partners on the dispute of their shares’ ownership in a hygrotech company for an amount of OMR750K.
  • Advised a leading firm on an ICC arbitration dispute seated in Paris for a claim exceeding $7m.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Abdulredha Al Lawati

Other key lawyers

Zainab Al Lawati