Next Generation Partners

Leading Associates

Real estate and construction in Bahrain

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP's practice ‘stands out for its deep experience and broad understanding of the law' and handles a busy workload, encompassing advice on leases, planning, licenses, acquisitions, hotels, real estate finance, and public-private partnerships. The department advises some of the most prominent regional real estate companies, and is frequently retained to assist with major hospitality, residential and project developments. Paula Boast heads the construction, engineering and projects team, while Reem Al Mahroos chairs the real estate, hotels and hospitality group, which is overseen by Simon Green, head of the practice group for Asia and the Middle East.

Praxisleiter:

Paula Boast; Simon Green; Reem Al Mahroos


Referenzen

‘The Senior Partners in the team are accessible at all times to give quality advice and provide necessary legal support. This is key from the client’s perspective, where CRS is always collaborative with us. They also have extensive experience and business acumen, which helps us to achieve our objectives.’

‘This practice stands out for its deep experience and broad understanding of the law, allowing them to handle complex cases with confidence and precision. What truly sets the team apart is their flexibility; they aren’t confined to rigid approaches but offer creative and strategic solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Their ability to adapt ensures that clients receive practical and effective legal advice.

‘ The individuals I have worked with stand out for their profound experience in the real estate field. Their deep knowledge and expertise have been instrumental in navigating complex legal challenges, providing a level of insight that sets them apart from competitors.’

Kernmandanten

A.A. NASS Contracting Co. W.L.L.


Arabian Exhibition Management W.L.L.


Al Hafeera Contracting Company W.L.L.


Al Sorouh Management Company W.L.L


Ajmera Mayfair Global Realty W.L.L.


Al Sahel Resort B.S.C


Amlak Social Insurance Organization Development Company


Bahrain Marina Development Company


Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company


Bahrain Real Estate Investment Company (Edamah)


Bareeq AlRetaj Real Estate Services W.L.L.


Bilaj AlJazayer 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.


Eagle Hills International Properties L.L.C.


A.A. NASS Contracting Co. W.L.L.


Arabian Exhibition Management W.L.L.


Embassy Capital L.L.C.


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.


Informa Group Plc


JEO Capital W.L.L.


Kuwait Finance House


Ministry of Tourism (Oman)


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 Group


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Bahrain Marina Development Company on a 300,000 sqm mixed-use master planned development known as ‘Bahrain Marina’ with a gross development value of circa USD 1bn comprising of retail, residential, and hospitality components.
  • Advised Informa Group Plc on its global commercial office space expansion by advising on the terms of commercial office leases, fit-out construction contracts, and consultant appointments for offices based in the Middle East, Far East and Asia.
  • Advised Future Generation Reserve Council (FGR), a sovereign wealth fund under the auspices of the Ministry of Finance and National Economy on the continuity of the FGR Tower Project by facilitating the legal and contractual transition of a replacement contractor.

Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Offering over 25 years of commercial real estate experience, Eileen Duncan heads Trowers & Hamlins LLP‘s construction and real estate practice, which advises a broad range of contractors, developers and owners in transactional and regulatory matters and holds a particularly strong track record in cross-border transactions, especially those in between local Gulf jurisdictions.  Abdul-Haq Mohammed is sought after for his experience in real estate and project-related matters, including advice on housing, transport and PPP contracts, while Unkar Chanian holds a strong reputation in real estate matters in both Bahrain and the rest of the Gulf.

Praxisleiter:

Eileen Duncan


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Abdulhaq Mohammed; Unkar Chanian


Kernmandanten

Gulf Air Group and Bahrain Airport Company


Infracorp B.S.C.(c)


Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (Bahrain)


Riffa Views B.S.C (c)


Diyar Al Muharraq


Bahrain Bay Development B.S.C (c)


Al Salam Bank B.S.C


GFH Financial Group


Veolia Energy Group


Eagle Hills Diyar


Bahrain Real Estate Investment (Edamah)


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Infracorp on its new mixed-use waterfront off-plan development project known as Marina Bay.
  • Assisted with preparing a master transfer agreement to transition all existing contractual arrangements concerning the development from BBD to the newly formed owners association.
  • Advised Edamah, the real estate arm of the sovereign wealth fund of Bahrain, on its new development project in the upcoming coastal master development of Bilaj Al Jazayer.

Baker & McKenzie Limited

Baker & McKenzie Limited‘s real estate and construction department offers both transactional and regulatory advice with the team's areas of expertise encompassing developments, leaseholds, acquisitions, and licensing for real estate and hotel clients. Khaled Zowayed advises both Bahraini and regional GCC clients and co-heads the team with Gavin Witcombe, who is extensively experienced in construction-related matters. Clients frequently retain Ismaeel Kazerooni in matters involving commercial tourism and hotel development, an area in which Salman AlAbdulla is also highly active.

Praxisleiter:

Khaled Zowayed; Gavin Witcombe


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ismaeel Kazerooni ; Salman AlAbdulla


Kernmandanten

Bahrain Real Estate Investment (Edamah)


Arcapita


Financial District Development Company / Bahrain Financial Harbour


Four Seasons


Al Dar


GFH Real Estate


Hana Investment WLL


Olayan Saudi Holding Company


Al Sahel Resort (Jumeirah) Company


Bilaj Al Jazayer Real Estate Development Company


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