Trowers & Hamlins LLP > Muscat, Oman > Firm Profile

‘Dedication and commitment to the getting the job done within the set timelines. Problem solving and getting all parties involved to resolve pending issues.’

‘The experience, attention to detail, and hands on approach is appreciated the most. Additionally, the commitment to meet deadlines and follow up with parties to resolve issues.’

‘Reliable team headed by Benjamin O’Brien-McQueenie that is responsive, delivers as required, and on time.’

‘Benjamin O’Brien-McQueenie is a stand-out partner and I would love to work with him again.’

‘Trowers and Hamlins stand out for their international presence as well as access to a network of other firms in other jurisdictions.’

‘We worked with Benjamin O’Brien-McQueenie. He was approachable and down-to-earth. He showed great knowledge of cross-border transactions and was well attuned to market practice as well as the legal issues.’

‘Demonstrating creativity and innovation in structuring deals is the hallmark of the T&H corporate M&A practice and gives them an edge over other firms. They also tailor services to meet the specific needs and goals, along with a commitment to exceptional client service, sets the firm apart in terms of client satisfaction and retention. The deals are partner led and they focus on quality.’

‘Benjamin O’Brien-Mcqueenie is a leading lawyer with strong domain knowledge in the M&A practice in the region. We have collaborated extensively on different transaction structures and sectors. Our experience with him has been good overall and bring a lot of partner attention to the transactions.’

‘From the multiple projects we awarded to T&H in various tendering sectors, T&H team demonstrated an excellent knowledge about vetting JV agreement, agreeing on PPP EPC projects T&C. They have a great knowledge and negotiation skills with the counterparts to conclude a mutually beneficial agreement.’

‘T&H have a diversified team from different disciplines with technical knowledge.’

‘I perceived T&H as a seasoned team of professionals with a proven track record in their respective fields. For example, Thomas Wigley is renowned for his great knowledge in drafting or reviewing Development agreements and complex Join Ventures Agreements.’

‘Very practical on fee arrangements and only deploys those lawyers necessary to meet the client’s expectations.’

‘Thomas Wigley has a deep understanding of the regulatory framework and the current market practices not only in-country but in the region.’

‘Trowers team, seemly works between Oman and Dubai using expertise from individuals to ensure all build up to the project at hand.’

‘Thomas Wigley, is highly experienced.’

‘They Have Thomas Wigley; he’s excellent. He knows the surrounding situations.’

‘T&H stands out for its innovative client-focused approach, blending cutting-edge technology with a deep well of specialised expertise. The team excels in delivering tailored solutions with exceptional responsiveness, setting them apart from competitors. Noteworthy is their commitment to diversity and inclusion, alongside advanced, flexible billing practices that enhance client satisfaction and financial clarity.’

‘The individuals that we work with stand out for their exceptional expertise, innovative thinking, and client-focused approach. Notably, Cheryl Cairns brings strategic vision and groundbreaking solutions and along with Raya Al Harthy, offers meticulous attention to detail. Their collaborative spirit and dedication to client success set our team apart, ensuring we consistently exceed industry standards.’

‘Trowers & Hamlins have an extremely capable team offering a range of legal services in the Middle East. I have worked closely with the Construction Disputes team on a number of matters and have been impressed with the level of expertise and detailed knowledge of the legal systems in various jurisdictions.’

‘I have worked with Raya Al Harthy on several occasions; she is extremely knowledgeable about Sharia law and the dispute landscape in the Sultan of Oman.’

‘Cheryl Cairns is a very hardworking lawyer that brings a lot of experience to the table, and is well regarded in the local market.’

‘The team has deep knowledge of complex construction. The team is diverse and has different team players that can assist in the arbitration proceedings in different languages. i.e. Arabic and English.’

‘I worked with Raya Al Harthy Partner at Trowers & Hamlins dispute resolution department. She is knowledgeable, professional and has an excellent understanding of the construction sector in Oman. She has the advantage of handling cases in Arabic and English.’

‘Very good understanding of legal issues. Always available to respond to queries. Raya Al Harthy, senior associate, who handled the legal matter is an excellent lawyer with high skills and understanding of complex legal issues.’

‘I’ve worked with Brad Sandford, Partner, for a couple of years in infrastructure project finance such as railway sector. He has always given our team appropriate advices in a timely manner. He has shown us some possible options with precise, coherent and logical description and also given us his thoughts on which one to choose that has always helped our team to consider advantages and disadvantages of each option and make right decisions. His personality is exceptional too.’

‘Dubai team has great collaboration with the Muscat team.’