Dispute Resolution - Oman
What the team is known for
Trowers & Hamlins has a well-respected disputes practice in the Middle East. Its Muscat lawyers work regularly with colleagues based in Dubai on both ad hoc and institutional arbitration, as well as advising on commercial litigation before all levels of the Omani courts. The team has a strong track record of representing clients in the energy sector, as well as acting for financial institutions and engineering firms.
Strengths
"Trowers has a strong, very responsive team."
Work highlights
Trowers & Hamlins represented Salalah Port Services against Oscar Middle East in a dispute over damages and losses related to the seizure of a vessel suspected of illegally transporting cargo.
Notable practitioners
Raya Al Harthy is a highly accomplished senior associate with a strong track record in construction and employment litigation. She is very experienced in both English and Arabic language ad hoc arbitrations. "Raya Al Harthy is very efficient." "She provides excellent service."
Cheryl Cairns is based in Dubai and is highly skilled in construction arbitration. She regularly takes on Oman-related cases as part of her region-wide disputes practice.