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Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : Oman

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Trowers & Hamlins LLP

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Dispute Resolution - Oman

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Trowers & Hamlins has a well-respected disputes practice in the Middle East. Its Muscat lawyers work regularly with colleagues based in Dubai on both ad hoc and institutional arbitration, as well as advising on commercial litigation before all levels of the Omani courts. The team has a strong track record of representing clients in the energy sector, as well as acting for financial institutions, engineering firms and shipping enterprises.

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Work Highlights

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  • Trowers & Hamlins acted for Barka Water and Power Company in three tax cases opposing the Oman Tax Authority's decision to deny the carrying forward of its losses incurred during a period of tax exemption.

Strengths

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  • The Trowers & Hamlins team has very good legal knowledge of Oman and is timely.

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  • Trowers & Hamlins demonstrates strong strategic thinking and legal drafting abilities. The focus on strategic planning and on-time appeal submissions reflects a very high level of service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Raya Al Harthy
    Raya Al Harthy

    Raya Al Harthy

    Raya Al Harthy is a rising star in the Omani legal market who demonstrates strong expertise in construction and employment litigation. She is experienced in both English and Arabic language ad hoc arbitrations and has worked with a range of clients, including governmental bodies and shipping companies.

    • Raya demonstrates a unique ability to swiftly understand the complexities of our situation. She is technically sound, and her exceptional communication skills also ensure clarity and transparency.

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    • Raya Al Harthy is always hands-on. She has very good legal insight, is strategic and has commercial sense.

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  • Abdullah Al Barwani
    Abdullah Al Barwani

    Abdullah Al Barwani

    Abdullah Al Barwani is an adept lawyer who acts on a variety of high-value disputes concerning the construction and shipping sectors.

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  • Cheryl Cairns
    Cheryl Cairns

    Cheryl Cairns

    Cheryl Cairns is based in Dubai and is highly skilled in construction arbitration. She regularly takes on Oman-related cases as part of her region-wide disputes practice.

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