About

Provided by Sharq Law Firm

Sharq Law Firm’s Corporate and Commercial team advises leading Qatari and international clients on the full spectrum of corporate, commercial, and financial matters. The practice covers mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, regulatory compliance, capital markets, banking and finance, restructurings, commercial contracts, and corporate governance. The team regularly acts on complex cross-border transactions and structuring mandates, combining deep local knowledge with international standards of execution.

The department is led by Partner Marwa Bamatraf, a recognised expert in corporate and commercial law, banking and finance, and capital markets. The firm is trusted by major institutions. The team has advised on multi-billion-dollar bond issuances, public company conversions, and major listings. It also regularly supports QFC and QFMA-regulated entities on shareholder agreements, prospectuses, and regulatory disclosures.

Sharq’s integrated team comprises locally and internationally qualified lawyers who advise on franchising, IP licensing, tax structuring, and compliance. The firm frequently acts as Qatari counsel on cross-border transactions, delivering tailored advice in coordination with international counsel.

The practice is known for its responsiveness, commercial insight, and ability to deliver sophisticated legal support across key sectors, including real estate, energy, aviation, and infrastructure.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/Commercial - Qatar

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Sharq Law Firm is a noteworthy Qatari practice with a highly developed commercial offering. The firm is active on a number of high-profile capital markets transactions, and M&A and corporate restructuring matters. It demonstrates further capabilities in corporate governance and competition law.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Rashid Al Saad
2
Rashid Al Saad
Head of Corporate/Commercial
2
Band 2
Rashid Al Saad has a strong reputation for cross-border transactional work. He regularly assists clients with acquisitions, investments and corporate restructuring. His clients include both domestic and international entities from the energy, finance and technology fields.

Rashid Al Saad's dedication and attention to detail make him a trusted resource for his clients, and his ability to communicate effectively contributes to the smooth completion of deals.

He provides clear and straightforward advice.

Ranked Lawyers at
Sharq Law Firm

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Qatar

Corporate/Commercial

Rashid Al Saad
2
Rashid Al Saad
Head of Corporate/Commercial
2
Band 2

Members

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Abdulla Al Binali

Hanifah Yakubu

Kyle Grootboom

Marwa Bamatraf

Head of Department

Perla Mardini

Rashid Al Saad

Rashid Al Saad

Head of Department

Clients

Provided by Sharq Law Firm

Qatar Airways

Qatar Energy

Qatar Railways

Industries

Provided by Sharq Law Firm

Automotive

Aviation

Banking and Finance

Capital Markets

Compliance and Regulatory

Construction

Consumer Goods and Services

Education

Employment

Energy

Entertainment and Media

Family

Financial Services

Government and Public Policy

Healthcare and Life Sciences

Hospitality and Tourism

Industrials and Manufacturing

Infrastructure

Insurance

Intellectual Property

M&A

Oil and Gas

Private Equity

Projects

Real Estate

Shipping

Social Infrastructure

Sports and Major Events

Tax

Technology, Telecommunications and E-Commerce

Trusts

Utilities and Environmental Services