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Maria Petrou is a Special Counsel in the Corporate – Commercial Department at Said Al Shahry & Partners (SASLO). She specialises in corporate law, commercial law, and international arbitration. Maria has extensive experience in corporate structures, cross-border and multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions, due diligence procedures, and drafting of agreements and other legal documents. She frequently advises clients on a broad range of commercial matters and has significant expertise in advising consortia and lenders on large-scale infrastructure projects, including independent water projects (IWPs) in Oman.
Maria joined SASLO in 2015 and has since developed into a highly accomplished lawyer. Prior to joining SASLO, she worked as a corporate lawyer in Cyprus and as a corporate and commercial lawyer in Dubai. Maria's experience includes advising on corporate structures, setting up various types of companies, cross-border M&A transactions, due diligence procedures, and drafting legal documents. She has also advised on construction-related disputes and acted for clients in international commercial arbitrations. In recognition of her contributions, Maria was promoted to Special Counsel in 2024.
Maria is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) and holds a diploma in international arbitration. She is also a member of the Cyprus Bar Association, Nicosia Bar Association, and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
Maria is a native Greek speaker, fluent in English, has working proficiency in German, and basic knowledge of Arabic.
Provided by Chambers
Maria Petrou is a skilled special counsel with strong capabilities in the Omani legal market. She has particular expertise in M&A and corporate restructurings.
Provided by Chambers
I appreciate Maria Petrou’s dedication and attention to detail in handling tasks, which consistently contributes to the quality and efficiency of our decision making.
I appreciate Maria Petrou’s dedication and attention to detail in handling tasks, which consistently contributes to the quality and efficiency of our decision making.