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Addleshaw Goddard LLP

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Addleshaw Goddard LLP

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Corporate & Finance - Oman

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Addleshaw Goddard is an acclaimed international law firm that is widely recognised as one of the leading names for corporate legal services in Oman. The Muscat-based group is particularly esteemed for its banking practice, which is frequently seen advising on high-profile project financings and the provision of syndicated loan facilities. In addition to its impressive list of financial services clients, the firm also represents a number of sovereign wealth funds and major players in the real estate and energy sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Addleshaw Goddard advised Al Hosn on its participation as an anchor investor in the USD2 billion IPO of OQEP.

Strengths

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  • The firm demonstrates strong capability in managing complex and sophisticated matters within the sector, often outperforming peers in both technical understanding and practical execution.

    Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal

  • They are the best international law firm in Oman. They are always responsive and very efficient.

    Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Addleshaw Goddard is genuinely world-class in this area. They have first-rate partners and some great younger lawyers too. They are one of the most responsive law firms in the region.

    Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Their service is amazing. They are always very supportive, understanding, quick, clear and valuable.

    Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal

  • They are our first choice go-to lawyers for complex matters.

    Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Oliver Stevens
    Oliver Stevens

    Oliver Stevens

    Oliver Stevens is the partner heading up Addleshaw Goddard's Omani corporate group. He has wide-ranging experience advising on M&A and private equity buyouts in the Omani market, as well as assisting clients with investment and IPO matters.

    • Oliver is knowledgeable, responsive, a team player, available and helpful.

      Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Oliver Stevens is outspoken and diligent. He's a hard worker.

      Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Oliver Stevens is very helpful and has great knowledge of the Oman market.

      Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Roger Byrne
    Roger Byrne

    Roger Byrne

    Roger Byrne leads Addleshaw Goddard's Muscat office as well as heading up the its finance team. With a strong reputation in the Omani legal market, he has advised on a long list of cutting-edge matters, including Shari'a-compliant financings and high-value syndicated lending facilities. He has further experience advising on banking regulatory work and also has expertise in project financing.

    • Roger Byrne's experience is immense. He gives solution-oriented advice, which we appreciate.

      Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • James Shaw
    James Shaw

    James Shaw

    Managing associate James Shaw is gaining recognition in the market for his corporate and finance experience. He regularly advises international and domestic lenders on a variety of mandates, with particular expertise in project financing.

    • James Shaw's biggest quality is his patience, followed by his availability, clarity and speed. He is very down to earth.

      Corporate & Finance respondentGlobal
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