Dentons > Muscat, Oman > Firm Profile
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Oman
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Oman > Banking and finance Tier 1
At Dentons, the banking practice is led by Sadaf Buchanan, who brings over two decades of experience in advising on Islamic finance and restructuring matters. She is well versed in assisting lenders and borrowers with securities, leveraged finance, and debt capital markets transactions, and is widely recognised as a co-founder of the firm's women's network Sayyidaat Dentons. Buchanan is ably supported by senior associate Justine Harding in high-value financing matters.Practice head(s):
Sadaf Buchanan
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Al Shawamikh Oil Services SAOC
Oman > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1
Dentons‘ team is led by Jamie Gibson, who fields more than 14 years of experience in handling corporate matters across the MENA region. Gibson specialises in advising on regional M&A deals for clients in the mining, infrastructure, banking, manufacturing and construction sectors, and is also strong in assisting with joint ventures, equity capital markets and business establishment matters.Practice head(s):
Jamie Gibson
Testimonials
‘One of the larger international firms in Oman and the value they bring is knowledge of Omani law and the legal system, but also international experience. ’
‘Efficient and timely in delivering legal support.’
Key clients
Asyad Ports & Terminals
Huaxin
Vale International
Oman Oil Marketing Company
Zawawi Minerals
Vision Asset Management Company
Aegion Corporation
Petroleum Development Oman
Oman LNG
Sohar Power Company
Ahli Bank
Work highlights
- Advising Hainan Investment on the acquisition of a majority stake in listed company Oman Cement Company SAOG from a subsidiary of the Oman Investment Authority.
- Advising Aegion Corporation on the divestment of a 50% stake in a thermoplastic pipe lining business based in Oman and Saudi Arabia to its joint venture partner, Special Technical Services.
Oman > Dispute resolution Tier 1
Dentons houses a strong bench of lawyers active in dispute resolution. Under the leadership of Dali Al Habboub and Yaqdhan Al Busaidi, the team is well versed in advising on disputes in the commercial, construction, environment, employment and tax sectors. Senior associates Wafa Al Shuaibi and Fatma Al Amri bring expertise in handling contentious intellectual property, insurance and employment matters.Practice head(s):
Dali Al Habboub; Yaqdhan Al Busaidi
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
International Oil Pollution Compensation Fund (IOPC)
Shell Development Oman; Shell International; Shell International Pension
DynCorp International LLC
Petroleum Development Oman LLC (PDO)
Luxury Flowers SPC
Work highlights
- Providing ongoing assistance to the International Oil Pollution Compensation Fund in relation to losses arising from the sinking of the Nesa-R3, a tanker carrying 816 tonnes of bitumen off the Port of Sultan Qaboos in Oman in 2013.
- Acting for DynCorp International LLC in over 200 collective claims relating to terminations as a result of a change in the terms of a contract between the company and the US Ministry of Defence.
- Advising Luxury Flowers SPC on litigation concerning alleged trade mark infringement.
Oman > Real estate and construction Tier 1
Dentons is home to one of Oman’s top specialist construction teams. The group continues to advise on transactional matters and contentious issues arising from prominent infrastructure, energy, petrochemicals and real estate development projects in the jurisdiction. Led by Yasser Taqi, the team continues to work alongside developer Duqm Marasi concerning the mixed-use development of Maysan Square in the Special Economic Zone in Duqm. Real estate expert Jamie Gibson is a key practitioner.Practice head(s):
Jamie Gibson; Yasser Taqi
Key clients
The Ministry of Housing & Urban Planning
Duqm Marasi LLC
Muscat National Development and Investment Company SAOC (ASAAS)
Work highlights
- Advising The Ministry of Housing & Urban Planning on development agreements, construction contracts, and consultancy service contracts in respect of a new affordable housing development.
- Advising the developer, Duqm Marasi LLC, on Oman’s first scheme to sell residential and commercial units on a usufruct basis (leasehold basis) rather than the conventional free hold basis.
- Advising Muscat National Development and Investment Company SAOC (ASAAS) on a mixed-use development project.
Oman > Projects and energy Tier 2
The team at Dentons is 'able to provide global industry experts with local law know-how’. Yasser Taqi's practice takes in projects with a focus on the power and water sectors. He continues to represent InterContinental Energy as lead sponsor in the development of two green hydrogen/ammonia projects in Oman and in Saudi Arabia.Practice head(s):
Yasser Taqi
Testimonials
‘Dentons is able to provide global industry experts with local law knowhow.’
‘Yasser Taqi – unrivalled ability in Oman to advise on local law together with best international practice.’
‘The team is experienced and diverse. ’
Key clients
InterContinental Energy (ICE)
Sohar Industrial Port Company SAOC (SIPC)
Strategic & Precious Metals Processing Company (SPMP)
Fortescue Future Industries (FFI)
Petroleum Development Oman (PDO)
ARA Petroleum LLC
Work highlights
- Advising Sohar Industrial Port Company SAOC (SIPC), the port management entity of Sohar Industrial Port, on drafting and negotiating contracts with a bespoke commercial and liability regime to establish an emergency response organisation for the port and its 25 industrial tenants.
Oman > Shipping Tier 2
Under the leadership of litigator Dali Al Habboub and projects, energy and infrastructure expert Yasser Taqi, the practice at Dentons acts for ship owners, charterers, shipyards, P&I Clubs, port and terminal operators in a broad range of maritime issues, from registration of ships and port regulations through to collisions and disputes.Practice head(s):
Yasser Taqi; Dali Al Habboub
Testimonials
‘Denton’s Oman has a diversity of international and local practitioners. Their professionals are very responsive, and business orientated. Very nice people to work with.’
‘All very responsive and practical with the ability to listen to the client’s requirements and innovate towards getting the matter over the line. Hard working with great local and international skill.’
‘The team is good and quick in responding to queries.’
Key clients
International Oil Pollution Compensation Fund
Work highlights
- Provides ongoing assistance to the Fund in relation to losses arising from the sinking of the Nesa-R3, a tanker carrying 816 tonnes of bitumen off the Port of Sultan Qaboos in Oman in 2013.
United Arab Emirates > Real estate
Bolstered by its international network, Dentons is praised for its ‘seamless, coordinated, and transactional service’. The practice is also particularly active in franchising and REITs and often acts for an assortment of developers, landlords, and occupiers. With over two decades of real estate experience, Nick Simpson co-leads the team with Iain Black, who handles hotel and other real estate transactions. Joe Carroll is proficient in acquisitions and disposals, mixed-use projects, and landlord and tenant matters.Practice head(s):
Nick Simpson; Iain Black
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Dentons Real Estate team works closely with its infrastructure team to provide a seamless, coordinated. and transactional service.’
‘Joe Carroll is a knowledgeable legal advisor on real estate matters.’
Key clients
ADQ
Al Masaood
Asyad Group
DAMAC Real Estate Development Limited
DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre)
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC (ADCB)
Inmarsat Global Limited
Keyz Investment Enterprises
National Central Cooling Company PJSC (Tabreed)
Majid Al Futtaim (MAF)
Al Farwaniya Property Developments LLC
Alamar Foods
MENA Infrastructure Fund
Sweetheart Kitchen
Noor Bank PJSC
Gulf Related
SENAAT
Al-Woroud Real Estate investments
Aldar Properties PJSC
Work highlights
- Advising Saudi Cinema Company on the roll out of AMC’s cinemas across Saudi Arabia, including advising on lease and development agreements.
- Advising SHUAA Capital PSC on the full suite of agreements for luxury residences to be operated by St Regis at 1 Palace Street, London.
- Advising Emaar Hospitality Group on its hotel management agreements and branded residence agreements.
Dentons > Firm Profile
Dentons is the world’s largest law firm. Our global team builds agile, tailored solutions to meet the local, national and global needs of private and public clients of all sizes all over the world. We are the first truly polycentric global law firm and our structure affords flexibility in responding to client business needs wherever in the world they arise.
Our presence in the Middle East is among the largest of any international law firm and spans the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Jordan, Lebanon and Egypt and our offices collaborate closely both across the region and internationally. With over 50 years of experience in these markets, our long-standing relationships with government officials, financial institutions and other intermediaries provide a strategic advantage for our clients.
Established in 1981, Dentons was one of the earliest international firms to open its doors in Oman and has steadily grown to become the largest international law firm operating in the Sultanate. We are truly in and of the community, with long-standing relationships with local business communities, governments and regulatory authorities.
We provide local and international clients with a full range of Oman and English law advice, combining local knowledge with our formidable global presence and multi-jurisdictional capabilities. Our clients include Oman government entities (both ministries and commercial companies), many of Oman’s best-known public and private companies and international companies.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Office Managing Partner | Andrew Figgins | andrew.figgins@dentons.com | +968 2457 3044 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Dali Al Habboub | Dali has more than twenty years of experience in dispute resolution and… | View Profile | |
Yaqdhan Al-Busaidi | Yaqdhan is a partner in Yaqdhan Al Busaidi Law Firm, a leading… | View Profile | |
Sadaf Buchanan | Sadaf heads up the tier 1 ranked Banking and Finance team in… | View Profile | |
Andrew Figgins | Andrew is the Managing Partner of Dentons’ Muscat office, and also heads… | View Profile | |
Jamie Gibson | Jamie is head of the tier 1 ranked Corporate team in Muscat… | View Profile | |
Justine Harding | Justine has over 10 years experience in banking and finance and has… | View Profile | |
Darshi Sanganee | Darshi is an Indian lawyer and a qualified Company Secretary and is… | View Profile | |
Yasser Taqi | Yasser is an English qualified lawyer working with the Energy, Transport and… | View Profile | |
Simon Topping | Simon specializes in telecoms, IT, privacy/cybersecurity, e-commerce, technology and intellectual property law.… | View Profile |
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