Back to rankings
Abu Sharkh & Shammout Advocates and Legal Consultants

Abu Sharkh & Shammout Advocates and Legal Consultants

More information

Jordan

3

Commercial, corporate and M&A

Abu Sharkh & Shammout Advocates and Legal Consultants' corporate and commercial team has experience across the healthcare, energy, agriculture, and pharmaceutical industries. Founder Ayman Abu Sharkh boasts a reputation in joint ventures, reorganisations, and other transactions, and he co-heads the team with Rania Shammout and Samah Shammout, who field a track record in insurance, acquisitions, and corporate governance matters.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘This team stands out for its strong expertise, collaboration, and client-focused approach. What makes them unique is how they combine technical skills with clear, practical advice. Compared to other firms, they offer a more collaborative and approachable style that clients truly value.’
  • ‘The individuals I work with stand out for their professionalism, deep knowledge, and genuine commitment to supporting clients. They combine technical expertise with a very practical and approachable style, making complex issues easy to understand and solve. I especially value their responsiveness, collaborative spirit, and ability to think creatively under pressure.’
  • ‘The team's overall balance of experience and innovation makes working with them unique. Abu Sharkh & Shammout includes lawyers with diverse expertise, allowing us to provide comprehensive advice across multiple disciplines. This internal integration is an advantage not found in many firms that focus on a single field.'
  • ‘The lawyers I've worked with strive to understand their clients' needs, have the ability to respond quickly, and are distinguished by their seriousness and commitment to their clients, which sets them apart from others. They always provide innovative solutions; they go beyond merely knowing the law and applying it in a traditional way.’
  • ‘This practice stands out for its deep industry knowledge, client-focused approach, and consistent delivery of high-quality legal solutions. The team combines technical excellence with commercial insight, offering practical advice tailored to clients’ specific needs.’
  • ‘I particularly value their collaborative approach and commitment to delivering results efficiently. Ayman Abu Sharkh has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic thinking, while Rania Shammout stands out for their diligence and responsiveness. Their collective strengths make them a trusted extension of our team.’

Key clients

  • Jordan Hospital
  • ADCAN Pharma
  • Rafidain Bank / Jordan
  • MedNet
  • Abu Khader Group
  • ALTRAD Group
  • Quality Insurance Brokers
  • TennisPro Jordan
  • Emirates German Foundations
  • Comprehensive Multiple Transportation Company
  • The Ministry of Justice of Iraq
  • Ibn Sina University for Medical Sciences

Work highlights

Advised Jordan Hospital on a joint venture agreement between Ibn Sina University and the Jordan Hospital for the clinical training of medical students.
Advised TennisPro Jordan on corporate restructuring, foreign employment approvals, and a USD375k share transfer transaction.
Advised a ALTRAD Group on the corporate restructuring of its Jordan operations and regulatory compliance framework.
Practice head

Ayman Abu Sharkh; Rania Shammout; Samah Shammout

Comparative Guides