Clients praise the ‘breadth of knowledge, commercial application of that knowledge and excellent communication skills’ of the dispute resolution practice at Said Al-Shahry & Partners (SASLO), which handles litigation matters up to the Supreme Court, and has appeared before international bodies, including the ICC, LCIA, UNCITRAL, and others. The Muscat-based team is jointly led by its senior partners, including Said Al-Shahry and Thamer Al Shahry, who are key contacts for local commercial litigation, and Khaled Al Wazir and Tarek El Hassan, who are both sought after for their expertise in cross-border arbitrations. Salonee Kulkarni is highly active in shareholder and transactional disputes.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘The SASLO team is very knowledgeable in their field of profession and persistent in gaining the set goals. Correct and adequate communication with the various parties and very strict in following up the agreed subjects.’
- ‘Timely answers to questions. Correct pre-judgement of situations, customized and realistic advice and the individuals do what they say and stand for.’
- ‘SASLO’s Dispute Resolution team distinguishes itself through a rare combination of deep local insight and international sophistication. Their ability to navigate complex legal landscapes in Oman while aligning with global standards makes them a standout choice for high-stakes litigation and arbitration.’
- ‘SASLO’s Dispute Resolution team is distinguished not only by its technical excellence but by the calibre of its people. The individuals we’ve worked with consistently demonstrate a rare blend of legal acumen, strategic foresight, and personal integrity. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complex issues make them invaluable partners in high-stakes matters.'
- ‘My primary contact is Thamer Al Shahry and our experience in working with his has been very positive. In terms of strengths, Thamer exhibits in-depth knowledge of the local court systems and procedures and ensures relevant litigation timescales and responses are adhered to.’
- ‘Breadth of knowledge, commercial application of that knowledge and excellent communication skills.’
Key clients
- Ahli Bank SAOG
- Nama Group
- Petroleum Development Oman
- ASYAD Group
- OQ SAOC
- Oman Oil Marketing Company SAOG
- Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Co., Ltd
- Ooredoo Oman
- Alizz Islamic Bank
Work highlights
Advising an Oman-based Islamic bank on the recovery of a multi-million dollar claim against a Bahraini entity before the DIFC Court of First Instance.
Advising an Oman-based Islamic bank on the recovery of a multi-million dollar claim against a Bahraini entity before the DIFC Court of First Instance.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Practice head
Said Al Shahry; Thamer al Shahry; Khalid Al Wazir; Tarek El Hassan
Other key lawyers
Salonee Kulkarni