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    Bahrain

The Kingdom of Bahrain continues to distinguish itself as a dynamic business hub in the Middle East, supported by one of the region’s most resilient and diversified economies. This sustained economic progress reflects Bahrain’s long term strategic vision and positions the Kingdom as an attractive gateway for international investors looking to access the wider Gulf market.

Our journey in Bahrain began in 2006. Since then, we have proudly remained one of the few international law firms with an established, full-service presence in the Kingdom. We provide comprehensive legal services, combining deep local insight with international expertise to support both Bahraini and global clients.

We are the only international law firm consistently ranked Tier 1 in Bahrain by Legal 500 for our Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial, and Real Estate and Construction practices.

Their commitment to innovation—whether through flexible billing, diverse talent, or smart use of technology—makes them a forward-thinking and highly effective practice.”

The Legal 500 EMEA 2026

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Charles Russell Speechlys in Manama

Manama

Our Manama office opened in 2006 and has since grown to become one of the largest international law firms in the Kingdom.

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  • IBA Annual Conference 2026

    Jean-Baptiste Beauvoir-Planson

    Events

  • Options for Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Tenants in Dubai: Re-Negotiating Lease Obligations in Unprecedented Times

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

    min read
  • India-UAE BIT 2024: What to Expect When You’re Investing

    Thomas R. Snider

    Insights

    min read
  • The Increased Expedited Procedure Threshold under the 2026 ICC Rules: What Does It Mean for Mid-Value Construction Disputes in the UAE?

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

    min read
  • Charles Russell Speechlys LLP, as Liquidator of Awal Bank BSC(c) (In Liquidation), welcomes Bahraini Court judgment upholding liquidator’s rejection of US$2.8 billion of claims and confirming debts owing to Awal Bank of US$2.56 billion

    Patrick Gearon FCIArb

    News

    min read
  • New 2026 ICC Rules of Arbitration: what’s changed and what it means

    Thomas R. Snider

    Insights

    min read
  • The New UAE Civil Code: A Series Overview

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

    min read
  • Paula Boast MBE comments on the UK-GCC free trade agreement in Gulf Daily News

    Paula Boast MBE

    In the Press

    min read
  • Switzerland plans further restrictions to buying real estate

    Oliver Schreier

    Quick Reads

    min read
  • A New Chapter for UAE Competition Law: Inside Cabinet Decision No. 59 of 2026

    Mo Nawash

    Insights

    min read
  • Qatar’s New Public M&A Rules

    Ahmad Anani

    Quick Reads

    min read
  • Decennial Liability and Subcontractors under the New UAE Civil Code: Articles 821 to 824

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

    min read
  • Ahmad Anani and Jihane Rizk write for The Legal Industry Reviews: Qatar on new public M&A rules

    Ahmad Anani

    In the Press

    min read
  • Enhanced Remedies for Defective Work under the New UAE Civil Code: Article 818

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

    min read
  • Data Centre Arbitration in the Middle East: Navigating Disputes Amid Security Challenges

    Gareth Mills

    Insights

    min read
  • Middle East conflict: Employees coming to the UK

    Caroline Belam

    Insights

    min read
  • Liquidated Damages and Pre-Agreed Compensation under the New UAE Civil Code: Article 340

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

    min read
  • Charles Russell Speechlys Partner Promotions 2026

    Bart Peerless

    News

    min read
  • LCIA Announces Consultation on Revising Arbitration Rules

    Gareth Mills

    Quick Reads

    min read
  • Charles Russell Speechlys strengthens its position in the latest Legal 500 EMEA directory, with 22 firm rankings

    News

    min read
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