Mr Charbel Maakaron > Crowell & Moring LLP > Doha, Qatar > Lawyer Profile

Crowell & Moring LLP
Commercial Bank Plaza
16th Floor
Doha P.O. Box 22632
Qatar

Work Department

Corporate and Transactional/ Aviation/ Infrastructure

Position

Managing Partner- Doha Office

Career

As managing partner of Crowell & Moring’s Middle East headquarters and a prominent individual within Qatar’s legal circle, Charbel Maakaron has a deep-rooted understanding of Qatari legislation and adaptive problem resolution skills that his clients rely on. Renowned for his astute approach when working with clients, Charbel represents and assists local and international entities in areas including corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, hospitality, and regulatory matters. He also has extensive experience advising clients on commercial transactions, corporate structuring, finance and securities, commercial litigation, and capital markets. Charbel is highly sought after by Qatari and international clients alike, who trust his forward-thinking and creative manner when resolving legal issues. When business growth leads to hurdles, clients trust that Charbel will provide a timely and pragmatic response to issues faced no matter the complexity while simultaneously ensuring that their business interests remain at the forefront. Charbel is also frequently called upon to share his extensive knowledge of Qatari legal issues, both domestically and internationally. He also advises government clients on legislative projects and has contributed toward the development of numerous laws and regulations across sectors in Qatar and in neighboring countries. Prior to joining Crowell, Charbel was the managing partner at an international law firm’s Doha office. Previously, he worked for one of Beirut’s top law firms, where he handled complex litigation matters in civil and commercial law and gained considerable experience in corporate and business matters.

 

Languages

Arabic, English

Memberships

  • Beirut Bar
  • ICC Qatar Arbitration Commission, Chairman
  • American Chamber of Commerce in Qatar, member
  • German Business Council Qatar (GBCQ), member
  • Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) in Qatar, member

Education

University of Bristol, LL.M.

Lawyer Rankings

Qatar > Commercial, corporate and M&A

Charbel Maakaron heads the corporate team at Crowell & Moring LLP; Maakaron is a particular expert in cross-border transactions in both Europe and the U.S. for Qatari clients. The ‘pragmatic, efficient and knowledgeable‘ team boasts substantial knowledge of local laws and practices, handling a range of mandates across the investment, advanced tech, infrastructure and transport sectors. Expertise spans commercial contracts, corporate structuring, and joint ventures, with notable strength in the luxury sector.

Qatar > Dispute resolution

Crowell & Moring LLP ‘s international dispute resolution team works in collaboration with its colleagues across the US, the UK, and Brussels. It has notable strength in international arbitration, alongside niche expertise in global aviation infrastructure. Clients include government bodies, oil and gas corporates, and real estate investment firms. Charbel Maakaron heads the team, and is chairman of the ICC Arbitration and ADR Commission in Qatar.