The corporate and commercial division at Trowers & Hamlins LLP is frequently sought after by local, regional, and international clients for its broad experience in transactional matters, encompassing corporate M&A, joint ventures, and capital markets, including Shariah-compliant instruments and products. Brian Howard boasts over 25 years of experience in IPOs, M&A, and joint venture transactions across the region and sits at the helm of the group. Arslaan Mahmood and James Kay also play key roles in the department; the former’s expertise lies in joint ventures, capital markets, and M&A transactions, complementing the latter’s breadth of experience in regulated sectors.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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- 'Availability and prompt response to emails and scope of work, extensive legal knowledge and skills, market knowledge.'
- 'Individuals of all positions (partners and senior associates) are available for a call and respond to emails promptly.'
- 'All provide extremely satisfactory work with significant attention to detail within the required time period.'
Key clients
- Al Salam Bank B.S.C.
- Al Abraaj Restaurants Group B.S.C.
- Al Kifah Holding Company
- Solidarity Group Holding B.S.C.
- National Bank of Bahrain B.S.C.
- Naseej B.S.C. (c)
- Sayacorp
- Esterad Investment Company B.S.C. (c)
- The Arab Investment Company S.A.A.
- State Bank of India
- Bahrain Development Bank B.S.C.
- Alef Capital
Work highlights
Advised Solidarity Group Holding B.S.C. and Solidarity Bahrain B.S.C. on their successful acquisitions of Bahrain National Insurance and Bahrain National Life Assurance together with the associated shari'ah compliant financings and capital raise.
Acted as lead counsel for Al Abraaj Restaurants Group B.S.C. in its initial public offering and listing on Bahrain Bourse
Advised Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait B.S.C. on its acquisition of HSBC Bank Middle East's Bahrain retail banking business
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Brian Howard
Other key lawyers
James Kay; Arslaan Mahmood