Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
Global Guide 2024 : Jordan
Band 1
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Provided by Bakr & Odeh Advocates & Legal Consultants
Chambers Review
Bakr & Odeh is a well-established law firm with deep-rooted expertise in the Jordanian market. Its team of experienced lawyers provides clients with exceptional advice on a range of litigation matters, including cross-border disputes. The firm has further notable strengths in international arbitration, in which field it has represented well-known multinationals from the energy and construction sectors, among others.
Work Highlights
- Bakr & Odeh represented the Government of Jordan and the National Power Electricity Company in a tariff dispute against Attarat Power Company.
Strengths
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"A very diligent and focused firm, they get the best out of all members of the team and are very good with clients. They have a lot of experience and gravitas."
"A very diligent and focused firm, they get the best out of all members of the team and are very good with clients. They have a lot of experience and gravitas."
Notable Practitioners
Aiman Odeh is well recognised for his proficiency in international arbitrations, leveraging his previous experience as Jordan's Minister of Justice to provide clients with comprehensive advice. He has significant expertise in cross-border mandates and regularly handles arbitrations under ICSID and ICC rules. In addition to his practice in Jordan, he is also a door tenant at 4 New Square in London.
"Mr Odeh is a very detail-oriented, meticulous and prudent lawyer."
"He is very well measured and is a pleasure to work with."
Firas Bakr is an established figure in the Jordanian market who is noted for his capabilities in international arbitration. He is particularly experienced in handling disputes concerning sovereign entities.
"Firas has been instrumental in several large disputes involving Jordanian law."