Said Al-Shahry & Partners (SASLO)‘s projects team is noted for its ’excellent local knowledge’, advising clients on real estate, desalination, mining, and energy projects in various local and international matters. Thamer Al-Shahry and  Jeremy Pooley are noted for offering ‘quality advice’, along with Maria Mariam Rabea Petrou, who is highlighted for her ’helpful and commercial advice’. Sherif Hampton is a key operator in the team for project financing matters, including Islamic financing and PPP projects.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘We have been working with Maria Mariam Rabea Petrou and she has been a great support. She is prompt in responding and provides helpful and commercial advice.’

  • ‘Very supportive and experienced team that are able to provide expert advice around the clock.’

  • ‘Experts. A standout is Thamer Al Shahry who's has always been dedicated in providing us with quality advice.’

  • ‘They have excellent local knowledge.’

  • ‘They are very nice people to deal with.’

Key clients

  • Omani Qatari Telecommunication Company SAOG
  • Qurayyat Desalination SAOC

Work highlights

  • Advised Qurayyat Desalination SAOC on its acquisition by IV3 Aqua Group.
  • Acted as sole legal counsel to Ooredoo on the sale of its passive infrastructure division in Oman.
  • Advised the Government on a landmark PPP project for the development of a mixed-use real estate project in Muscat.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Thamer Al-Shahry, Jeremy Pooley, Sherif Hampton, Maria Mariam Rabea Petrou