ArticleLandlords And Tenants Obligations Under Bahraini LawIt is of great importance for legislators to enact specific regulations requiring both landlords and tenants to comply to ensure the protection of both parties.BahrainReal Estate and ConstructionRaees + Co
ArticleImplementation Of Tax On Multinational Enterprises In BahrainOn 1 September 2024, Bahrain's National Bureau of Revenue (BNBR) published Decree-Law No. (11) of 2024 Issuing the Implementation of Tax on Multinational Enterprises (Law). The Law introduces a Domestic.BahrainTaxRaees + Co
ArticleAmendment To The Law Of EvidenceOur Associate, Hisham Almansoor provides an overview of the amendment to the Law of Evidence with a focus on provisions relating to expert evidence.BahrainCorporate/Commercial LawRaees + Co
ArticleSafeguarding Minority Shareholder Rights In Joint VenturesIn the intricate landscape of corporate joint ventures, the allocation of control between majority and minority shareholders holds significant implications.BahrainCorporate/Commercial LawRaees + Co
ArticleADR Clauses In Contracts In BahrainTraditionally, litigation has been the prevailing approach to resolving disputes in the Kingdom of Bahrain. However, the landscape is witnessing a significant shift towards the adoption of alternative dispute resolution...BahrainLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationRaees + Co
ArticleCompanies Obliged To Disclose Ultimate Beneficial OwnersThe Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism (MOICT) has recently issued Ministerial Order No. 83 of 2020 regarding the Standards, Controls and Rules of Disclosing the Ultimate Beneficial Owner.BahrainCorporate/Commercial LawRaees + Co
ArticleFormality To Substance: Bahrain's Recalibration Of Corporate ResponsibilityOn 8 September 2025, the Kingdom of Bahrain enacted Decree-Law No. 38 of 2025, introducing significant amendments to the Commercial Companies Law of 2001.BahrainCorporate/Commercial LawRaees + Co
ArticleFormation Of TrustsFormation of trusts is an effective way of succession planning, as it helps with distribution of any form of property, moveable or immoveable, tangible, or intangible, without affecting the continuity of the business.BahrainCorporate/Commercial LawRaees + Co
ArticleThe ‘Public Order' & Why It Matters To Contracting Parties‘Public order' (النظام العام) is a vital concept that continues to impact societies and legal systems worldwide. Yet quite often, the legislature and judiciary both refrain...BahrainEmployment and HRRaees + Co
ArticleLegal Update: Draft Experts LawThe Kingdom of Bahrain is witnessing its newest development in its judicial arena. On 31 March 2021, the Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, H.E. Sheikh Khalid Bin Ali Al Khalifa...BahrainLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationRaees + Co
ArticleKnowledge Series: Maritime Law (Volume II – Limitation Of Liability)Our Associate, Budoor Al Halwachi elaborates on the limitation rights of ship owners & the protection provided under Maritime Law.BahrainTransportRaees + Co
ArticleHow Are Online And Home Businesses Regulated?It is undeniable that the rise of giant social media platforms has provided fertile grounds for the proliferation of online and home businesses, and Bahrain is certainly no exception. BahrainConsumer ProtectionRaees + Co
ArticleAn Overview Of Trade Secret Law In BahrainTrade secrets play a vital role in the competitive landscape of modern business.BahrainIntellectual PropertyRaees + Co
ArticleKnowledge Series Volume III: Execution against the Property of Physical & Juristic PersonsOur previous volume in the Raees + Co Knowledge Series (Volume II) supplemented the general provisions introduced under Chapter One of Decree Law No. 22/2021...BahrainReal Estate and ConstructionRaees + Co
ArticleShareholder Disputes & Article 321 Of CCLShareholders are described as Partners in Limited Liability Companies and Shareholders in Joint Stock Companies. In the interests of clarity, we adopt the term ‘Shareholder' in this article...BahrainCorporate/Commercial LawRaees + Co
ArticleAI In Law: The Positives And The NegativesAI has been transforming the legal industry, providing law firms and legal professionals with tools to automate routine tasks and improve efficiency. Law firms often encounter several obstacles...BahrainTechnologyRaees + Co
ArticleSafeguarding Consumer Rights In Bahrain: A Comprehensive OverviewOur Associate, Nawra Abdulaziz Abdulla explains the framework of consumer rights protection in Bahrain.BahrainConsumer ProtectionRaees + Co
ArticleEmployee vs. Consultant: Navigating The Legal Fine Line To Avoid MisclassificationOur associate Habiba Mokhtar, discusses the risks of misclassifying employees as consultants in Bahrain, which can lead to costly lawsuits, fines and legal liabilities due to violations of the Labour Law.BahrainEmployment and HRRaees + Co
ArticleCommon Claims In The Construction IndustryConstruction projects are inherently lengthy, complex, and at times uncertain. They typically involve the cooperation and synergy of multiple parties. Many risks and complications may arise both...BahrainReal Estate and ConstructionRaees + Co
ArticleHow Is Cryptocurrency Regulated In Bahrain?In an age where the virtual world is commonly affiliated with the physical, a degree of confusion surrounds the digital realm with its fast-paced nature.BahrainTechnologyRaees + Co