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Addleshaw Goddard

Addleshaw Goddard

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Oman

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Commercial, corporate and M&A

Noted for its ‘in-depth understanding of Oman’s legal and regulatory landscape’ Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate department is geared towards capital markets deals, M&A, joint ventures, and other transactions across the manufacturing, real estate, mining, and technology sectors. Oliver Stevens directs the practice and is active on acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance matters. Ma’athir Al Busaidi is a key operator in the team for IPO transactions and compliance matters, while Tristan O’Connor is experienced in advising on debt, private equity, and venture capital transactions.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Addleshaw Goddard’s Oman practice distinguishes itself through the rare combination of deep local market knowledge and the resources of a leading international firm. The team demonstrates an in-depth understanding of Oman’s legal and regulatory landscape, underpinned by a pragmatic and commercial approach to problem-solving.'
  • ‘Oliver Stevens and Ma'athir Al Busaidi are standout individuals in the Oman office.’
  • ‘Oliver Stevens is an excellent lawyer and relationship manager.’
  • ‘Ma'athir Al Busaidi and Oliveer Stevens have been especially great.’
  • ‘The firm's Muscat office offers a depth of experience in Omani corporate and commercial law, and also in market practice. The office is also well linked to other offices in the GCC. My most recent experience of using the firm's Muscat office was on a follow-on investment into an Omani company. Overall service and value for money were excellent.’
  • ‘I have worked with Oliver Stevens and Tristan O'Connor. Both are experienced and effective practitioners, and I would have no hesitation in recommending them.’
  • ‘Knowledgeable lawyers who have a great understanding of commercial aspects of business and take a problem-solving approach.’
  • ‘Excellent team.’

Key clients

  • OQ
  • Qatar Investment Authority
  • Datamount
  • Al Hosn Investment Company
  • Bp
  • Tawoos Group
  • Oman Investment Authority
  • Bupa
  • Omantel
  • Social Protection Fund
  • Zain Group

Work highlights

Advised Al Hosn Investment Company on its participation as an anchor investor in the circa USD2bn initial public offering of OQ Exploration and Production.
Advised Tawoos Group on its acquisition of the Oman assets of the NMC Hospital Group, including Al Ghubra Hospital, Ruwi Hospital, and a chain of dermatology clinics.
Advised Al Jazira Restaurants on the acquisition of the McDonald's fast food restaurant franchise in Oman.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Ma’athir Al Busaidi
Ma’athir Al Busaidi
Practice head

Oliver Stevens

Other key lawyers

Tristan O'Connor; Ma'athir Al Busaidi

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