Charles Russell Speechlys LLP offers a market-leading construction and real estate practice in Bahrain, focusing on a wide breadth of projects, including mixed-use developments, commercial and residential properties, and projects in the energy, utilities, and hotels and hospitality sectors. Paula Boast leads the practice and is highly regarded in multiple jurisdictions throughout the region. Dubai-based partner Simon Green leads the firm’s real estate and hospitality practice for the Middle East, and is sought after by major developers, financial institutions, sovereign wealth funds and government entities. Another key practitioner in the real estate and hospitality space is Reem Al Mahroos, who was promoted to legal director in May 2023.
Real estate and construction in Bahrain
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Paula Boast
Autres avocats clés:
Simon Green; Reem AlMahroos
Les références
‘The team is very knowledgeable and experienced across all aspects of real estate, from initial structuring and regulatory advice, to development and asset management.’
‘Reem Al Mahroos takes a genuine interest in our business and our projects. She approaches our engagements as though she is part of our team rather than an external consultant. She is extremely passionate about all things real estate, hotels and hospitality. In our opinion, she’s the leading expert in real estate law in Bahrain.’
‘We value the practical, commercial and thorough advice that Reem Al Mahroos provides, she is innovative and creative.’
Principaux clients
Al Hafeera Contracting Company W.L.L
Ajmera Mayfair Global Realty WLL
Al Sahel Resort B.S.C
Arabian Exhibition Management
Bahrain Marina Development Company
Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company
Bahrain Real Estate Investment Company (Edamah)
Bareeq AlRetaj Real Estate Services 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
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
JEO Capital WLL
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 Company WLL
Principaux dossiers
- Successfully defended Cebarco Bahrain in a $25m claim by a major subcontractor in relation to the upgrade of a Bahrain sewage treatment plant project.
- Assisted Bin Faqeeh Real Estate Investment Company on a number of high-profile projects, including two state-of-the-art schools.
- Engaged in the commencement of the Bahrain Marina Development Company (BMDC) project, to include breaking ground with the main contractor, and appointing consultants in relation to the mini mall portion of the master plan.
Trowers & Hamlins LLP
The construction team at Trowers & Hamlins LLP works in conjunction with the firm’s real estate and infrastructure group to provide a full-service offering in Bahrain. Practice head Abdul-Haq Mohammed is vastly experienced across both real estate and infrastructure and regularly handles large-scale transport, healthcare and housing projects, as well as PPP arrangements. Unkar Chanian continues to bolster his reputation as a go-to lawyer for real estate matters, acting for a diverse range of clients spanning governmental bodies, developers and high-net-worth individuals. Construction expert Cheryl Cairns also provides significant support from Dubai.
Responsables de la pratique:
Abdul-haq Mohammed
Autres avocats clés:
Unkar Chanian; Cheryl Cairns
Principaux clients
Gulf Air Group and Bahrain Airport Company
Naseej B.S.C.
Infracorp B.S.C.(c)
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (Bahrain)
Oman International Development and Investment Co SAOG
Riffa Views B.S.C (c)
Diyar Al Muharraq
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)
Flydubai
Bahrain Development Bank
Bahrain Bay Development B.S.C (c)
Rasmala Investment Bank
Al Salam Bank B.S.C
The Real Estate Regulatory Authority Bahrain
GFH Financial Group
Darari Investment Company W.L.L.
Ithmaar Development Company
Meethaq Islamic Banking, Bank Muscat S.A.O.G
Veolia Energy Group
Baytik Bahrain Real Estate Co W.L.L./Kuwait Finance House Bahrain
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for Al Areen Holding Company in connection with the formation of the Al Areen Owners Association and connected matters.
- Instructed by Ominvest, one of the oldest and largest investment companies in Oman and the region, to draft and prepare a full suite of sales documentation for a luxury off-plan development called La Vie in Muscat.
- Advising Eagle Hills Diyar Company with regards to the sale of the Address Hotel in Marassi Al Bahrain, Diyar Al Muharraq.