Corporate & Finance: Foreign

Trowers & Hamlins is a leading international law firm with extensive capabilities in Bahrain, coupled with a deep bench of lawyers. The team typically advises on M&A deals and Shari'a-compliant financings. It also has experience in restructurings and joint ventures, often acting for regional and national banks.

"The quality of the lawyers in Trowers' Bahrain practice is very high; they also have access to a network of highly capable partners in other jurisdictions."

Trowers & Hamlins acted for Al Salam Bank on its USD2.2 billion acquisition of the retail banking business of Ithmaar Bank.

Dominic O'Neil offers clients more than two decades of experience in private practice in Bahrain. He is well placed to act for public sector clients and also has noteworthy expertise in restructurings. "He is deeply experienced, client-focused and a privilege to work with."

Jeremy Ingham is highly rated by clients for his strength in both Islamic and conventional financing transactions, often acting for banks and financial institutions on such matters. He is currently Trowers & Hamlins' international managing partner. "He is an extremely capable lawyer."

Brian Howard is recognised as one of the best corporate lawyers in Bahrain. He is well equipped to handle the full gamut of corporate restructurings and acquisitions, and regularly acts for financial institutions, banks and private equity funds. "Brian's experience supersedes all others when it comes to corporate law and M&A, and he displays a strong commercial awareness." "He is an excellent lawyer, one of the leading legal practitioners in the market."

Benjamin O'Brien-Mcqueenie is a senior associate who is highly visible on the firm's key transactions in Bahrain. His experience includes advising on banking acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. "Benjamin is a great lawyer who is excellent at negotiating both legal and commercial terms."