Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri > Doha, Qatar > Firm Profile

Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri > The Legal 500 Rankings

Qatar > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1

The team at Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri is frequently retained by international clients, including major banks, project companies, and other corporate entities, in some of the most high-value mandates in the sector. The team regularly acts in cross-border matters, including bilateral and syndicated transactions, along with a diverse spectrum of regulatory matters for foreign banks and fintech companies, restructurings in the financial industry, as well as assisting with financing and refinancing major projects projects in the services sector. Matthew Heaton leads the team, leveraging his experience in European debt markets, financial transactions and Qatari financial law. Muhammad Mitha is a port of call for matters requiring expertise in payment service regulation and aviation finance, along with complex Islamic finance transactions, such as Islamic derivatives and collateral enforcement. Ranwal Ghanghro provides additional support in matters involving project financing, cross-border transactions and loan pledges.

Qatar > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1

The corporate and commercial department at Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri acts for a diverse range of clients across a spectrum of industries, including technology, private equity, logistics, and oil and gas. The team stands out for its significant expertise in transactional matters, often overseeing some of the most complex matters in the market involving multiple jurisdictions, stakeholders or novel areas of law. Ahmed Jaafir and Frank Lucente jointly lead the team, with Jaafir's extensive transactional experience, including in M&A, foreign investment and IPOs, complementing Lucente's background and experience with Australian and Asian jurisdictions and high-value multinationals. Senior associate Samiya Mitha has been active in the team's local and international restructuring, incorporation and acquisition mandates.

Qatar > Dispute resolution Tier 1

Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri's dispute resolution practice is highlighted by clients for its 'straightforward and comprehensive strategy', owing to the team's 'diverse background that employs varied experiences from the region'. The team offers its extensive breadth of expertise in numerous sectors, including the energy, defence, construction, insurance, finance, technology and maritime industries. The team offers a similarly broad spectrum of expertise in cases, advising clients on disputes arising from external economic shocks, complex and high-value loans involving several stakeholders, cutting-edge infrastructure, aviation and energy projects, and other issues where novel areas of law may arise. Hani Al Naddaf heads the team, and is retained by clients for his 'commercial perspective' in diverse areas, including litigation involving debt recovery, construction and employment, along with international commercial arbitration, areas that Roy Georgiades also frequently advises on. Khushboo Shahdadpuri is often sought after for commercial and construction arbitrations, especially those with a cross-border component. Maysa Sleiman joined the team in December 2023.

Qatar > Projects, real estate and construction Tier 1

Al Tamimi & Company In Association with Adv. Mohammed Al Marri's construction and infrastructure team is noted for its 'great legal knowledge and strength in depth'. It advises a broad spectrum of clients on project development, financing and procurement, bringing expertise in water facilities, renewable energy, aviation projects and other high-value projects. Hani Al Naddaf is sought after for assistance in international commercial and construction arbitration and co-heads the team with Matthew Heaton, who brings considerable project financing expertise. Khushboo Shahdadpuri is highlighted for having 'deep understanding of both construction law and international arbitration', and is experienced in various local and international public infrastructure and construction mandates.